Brands Archive
29 Aug 2016
Maxxis AP2 all-season passenger car tyre performs well in Auto Express tests
The Maxxis AP2 all-season passenger car tyre has finished fourth in performance tests recently carried out by Auto Express. Maxxis scored an average of 95.4 per cent over a total of 14 disciplines, surpassing the score of comparative tyres from the likes of global giants Pirelli and Bridgestone. The Auto Express test assessed the tyres’
25 Aug 2016
Goodyear OTR tyres for Volvo’s largest articulated dump truck
Supplying tyres to Original Equipment companies for production line fitment is clear proof that those tyres are regarded as top quality. More impressive still is when the tyre company develops products specifically for an OE manufacturer. This is precisely what Goodyear has done for Volvo. Goodyear’s new Off-The-Road (OTR) TL-4A tyre in size 33.25R29 was
25 Aug 2016
Mitas launches wheel loader tyre
Mitas, part of Trelleborg Group, is introducing its new 20.5R25 EMR-01 tyre worldwide. Designed specifically for wheel loaders used in farming, its traction type of tread similar to that of a tractor tyre, gives it superb self-cleaning properties and outstanding traction. In addition, its 25 inch size alleviates the needs for farmers to swop to
24 Aug 2016
Volvo truck breaks two world speed records on Goodyear tyres
Volvo Trucks’ ‘The Iron Knight’ has broken two world speed records for trucks on Goodyear tyres– making them the fastest truck tyres in the world. The special tyres developed and built by Goodyear are the result of continuous collaboration and strong OE partnership with leading truck maker Volvo Trucks. The Goodyear ‘The Iron Knight’ tyres
24 Aug 2016
Goodyear offers wide range of winter choices
Until relatively recently, winter tyres were virtually unheard of in Ireland save for perhaps a few intrepid winter sports fans who would drive to ski resorts. However the changing climate and improved tyre designs have brought these tyres into focus. Now it is increasingly common to see stacks of wheels and tyres waiting for the
24 Aug 2016
Kumho set to launch ECSTA PS91
Now only weeks away from UK and Ireland availability, the ECSTA PS91 will be Kumho’s optimum high-performance road product, sitting above the ever-popular Ecsta Le Sport KU39. Squarely aimed at supercars and such ultra-quick passenger saloons as BMW M cars, Mercedes-Benz AMG models and Audi RS ones, the entire range will be Y-rated and offered
24 Aug 2016
Pirelli returns as associate sponsor for Salon Privé 2016
The Pirelli Prestige & Performance Competition returns on Saturday, September 3 to celebrate supercar models built from 1976 to the modern day – a modern twist on a traditional ‘Concours d’Elegance’. In 2015, the inaugural Pirelli Prestige & Performance Competition attracted over 5,000 guests. Fans were able to experience the sights, sounds and smells of
24 Aug 2016
Continental driving forward CV connected technologies
Continental is driving forward connected technologies in commercial vehicles with safer and more efficient solutions that are even more convenient. Continental will be presenting several examples of its connected technology at this year’s International Motor Show Commercial Vehicles (IAA Commercial Vehicles) in Hanover. Modern trucks and buses contain around 170 data recording sensors, with more
23 Aug 2016
Mitas tyre range on display at premium fair in the Czech Republic
Mitas, part of Trelleborg Group, is exhibiting at the Czech Republic’s premium agricultural fair, Země živitelka, August 25-30, where it will showcase key innovations from its market leading range of specialist tyres. Time saving wheel loader tyre The new 20.5R25 EMR-01 tyre is designed specifically for wheel loaders used in farming. Its traction type tread,
23 Aug 2016
Pirelli presents Cinturato Winter
Pirelli has launched its all-new Cinturato Winter tyre, which completes the Cinturato family. The new Pirelli Winter tyre is designed for the aftermarket and intended for medium-sized cars that cover high mileage: typical of commuting and professional use. Its tread pattern and structure has been designed to provide safety and reliability in all conditions that
22 Aug 2016
Kumho makes impactful return to truck tyre market
For some years, Kumho was an influential player in the UK and Ireland commercial tyre market before temporarily withdrawing from the segment. It has now returned with a vengeance – complete with a new sales structure and better products than ever before. The company’s newly-reformed truck tyre department is headed by former Bridgestone commercial vehicle