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
Goodyear Dunlop tells us that it has strengthened its Leadership Team with a number of key appointments. Andy Marfleet, currently Motorcycle Marketing Manager EMEA is promoted to the position of Goodyear Dunlop Marketing Director UK & Ireland. Before joining the EMEA Motorcycle team in 2014, Andy was Dunlop Brand Manager for UK & Ireland for
Premium tyre manufacturer Hankook has launched its ‘2018 Design Innovation’ project. Held every two years, the Design Innovation project realises the infinite possibilities of a tyre through designing creative and realistic alternatives to driving. ‘2018 Design Innovation’ will be held under the theme of ‘Extending Future Life Beyond Mobility’. I n 2035, human life is
Michelin has launched a previously announced restructuring that will reform the business into 10 newly created regions worldwide. The set-up will deliver a stronger focus on customers’ needs, simplified procedures and expanded digital services and processes, the French tire maker said. The new structure also is intended to reflect the similar needs of customers within
The new non-studded Nokian Hakkapeliitta R3 winter tyre offers much-needed peace of mind in case of a sudden snowstorm or rapidly freezing road surfaces. The further improved ice grip and better handling are based on the Arctic Sense Grip concept developed by Nokian Tyres that makes driving wonderfully controlled, precise and quiet in slippery winter
Laser Tools has launched an innovative, super-slim, flexi-head ratchet, which facilitates technicians reaching those inaccessible fasteners, where a socket or driver bit just won’t work. You can see the fastener but you know you can’t get a socket or driver bit onto it without dismantling half the engine? You need this new super-slim flexi-head ratchet
Well-known motor industry PR consultancy, Hall Public Relations – whose clients include Mercedes-Benz, Irish Ferries, Michelin and Texaco – have had their work in the field of crisis management and planning recognised with the presentation to them recently of the award ICTTF Cyber PR Experts of the Year 2017. Recognising what was said to be ‘the considerable
Michelin’s X Tweel SSL airless tyre and wheel combination will be making its UK public debut at this year’s LAMMA Show. For several years, Michelin has sold its range of Tweel products for mowing, agricultural and industrial applications in North America – but the tyre giant’s fitment for skid steer loaders will be the first
Continental is set to showcase a number of innovative tyre products focused on enriching and expanding mobility at the Las Vegas Convention Center during CES 2018, January 9-12 “Mobility is changing the way people live, work and interact with vehicles,” said Dr. Elmar Degenhart, CEO of Continental. “Through strategic inventiveness and partnerships in the fields
Audi launched the R8 LMS GT4 at the International Auto Show in New York last year. A racing car that bridges the gap between the GT3 and TCR, and is strongly based on Audi’s road-going sports car, the Audi R8 Coupé V10, the new racing car from Audi Sport is now set for its first
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