Over 2000 enthusiasts got to try Falken’s tyresas the Japanese tyre maker was the partner for Abarth’s indoor 124 spider Drift Experience at the recent Autosport International at the NEC in Birmingham. Visitors at the show had the chance of being driven by a pro driver in an Abarth 124 spider as part of the
Top Part Motor Factor Group, is doing its bit for road safety by handing out hi-vis jackets to vulnerable pedestrians. The road safety initiative came about when one of the company’s 32 delivery drivers, who cover more than 3 million kms annually, had a near fatal encounter with a pedestrian wearing dark clothes. “Last December,
Pirelli is set to supply Lamborghini’s new Urus as Original Equipment. Pirelli channeled its efforts into developing a tyre compound and treat pattern design suitable for the Urus’ amazing performances and versatility both on and off road, though hardly any owners of the 650-horsepower machine will ever leave the tarmac. In total, there’s going to
Firestone, the iconic tyre brand, and experiential company Sofar Sounds are teaming up to host five secret concerts in February and March 2018 in different cities across Europe. This partnership is an opportunity for Firestone and Sofar Sounds to promote their shared mission: to support emerging musical talent and create an authentic music experience for
Aeolus Tyre Co. Ltd. has terminated its pending acquisition of a 90 per cent stake in Pirelli & C. S.p.A.’s commercial tyre unit, after failing to gain approval in time from Chinese authorities for an overseas acquisition. Aeolus released a statement saying China’s Ministry of Commerce and National Development and Reform Commission failed to grant
During the annual Nissan Europe Supplier Quality Seminar, representatives from Nissan’s Purchasing Department has recognised Goodyear Dunlop’s “excellent quality performance in supplying automotive components to Nissan”. Nissan’s purchasing department considers several aspects such as delivery, costs and incidents in assessing suppliers and has given Goodyear a very positive review. For 2016 Nissan valued Goodyear’s performance
Magna Tyres Group has started production of Magna Tyres at the OBO Tyres factory in Hardenberg, the Netherlands. The announcement was made during a “Grand Reopening” of the OBO Tyres factory on January 11. “This is a huge development for Magna Tyres Group and an important milestone in the history of our company,” said Michael
Cumbrian waste specialist, Brampton Skips, is rolling out ContiPressureCheck™ across its fleet. Brampton Skips Fleet Manager, Neil McPhillips, believes the Continental Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) offers two key benefits for the company’s 20-strong fleet of rigids. Neil McPhilips said: “This system offers us a vital extra level of safety both for our drivers and
Hankook is now the exclusive OEM for both the racing and the road models of the British sportscar manufacturer, Radical Hankook will supply various sizes for motorsport applications including the Ventus Race in the slick (F200) and rain version (Z207), and with its sporty roadside counterpart, the Ventus S1 evo², for “regular” Radical cars approved
British-based Avon Tyres has extended its Cobra motorcycle tyre range, introducing four new sizes to suit the latest Harley-Davidson Big Twin model updates. There are two new front fitments, 130/60 B19 and 130/60 B21, suitable for the Street Glide and CVO Breakout models, among others. On the rear, riders can now choose the Cobra in
Almost 40 per cent of cars in the UK are running on at least one tyre that is “dangerously” or “very dangerously” under-inflated. In addition to the serious safety issue that is, Irish used car buyers need to add this to their checklist. The figures come after Michelin and Kwik Fit inspected more than 500
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