Author: Eoin Cuttle

Scottish tyre firm, Soltyre has gained Michelin’s agricultural seal of approval for its new Airdrie dealership, marking a major achievement for the tyre specialist with all three branches now members of the pan-European Michelin Exelagri network.

Last month Toyota revealed its intentions to put a vehicle on the moon by the year 2029 with the help of JAXA – Japan’s answer to NASA.

Trelleborg Wheel Systems has launched a new loyalty programme entitled, ‘Agriplus’, which rewards farmers for their continued relationship with the brand and its product excellence.

Courier delivery specialist, DB Distribution has rolled out a full Michelin policy across its 15-strong light commercial vehicle fleet after trials pointed to improved tyre life and reduced downtime.

The classic black taxi is a well-known attraction in London and now it is equipped with the latest in tyre pressure monitoring systems thanks to Swedish company, NIRA Dynamics.

Wheel equipment specialist, Pro-Align will reveal a host of new workshop systems and concepts at this year’s Automechanika Birmingham. For smaller independent workshops or those operating on restricted budgets, Pro-Align will unveil its new ‘Essentials Range’ which includes wheel alignment systems, tyre changers, a wheel alignment lift and wheel balancer. Alongside these, Pro-Align will demonstrate

Jason Sugden has been appointed as Pirelli’s new commercial director for the UK and Ireland.

Goodyear has revealed that it is to invest $36 million in a bid to increase OTR tyre production and fund process improvements at its manufacturing plant in Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg.

Michelin Auto Professional (MAP) UK dealers have been told improving the overall experience of their customers is more important than ever, in an increasingly competitive marketplace.

Off-the-road tyres (OTR) mounted on a variety of construction vehicles and machinery have to cope with difficult ground conditions. Continental has therefore developed the ContiEarth range.

Trelleborg Wheel Systems has revealed its new Trelleborg ‘Phoenix’ TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System), engineered to enhance productivity in critical construction applications and to make the operator’s life easier in the most demanding environments.