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The Geneva Motor Show has underlined its status as the most important shop window for car manufacturers, which have once again chosen Pirelli to highlight their latest models. This is the overwhelming conclusion from looking at all the top cars featured during the first day of the 87th Geneva Motor Show. More than 63 per

To help even more workshops enter the profitable world of wheel alignment, leading equipment supplier Pro-Align is freezing prices on its entry level PA200 models until the end of May 2017. With post-Brexit currency fluctuations hitting the sector hard, the move is designed to give confidence and short-term stability to those budget-restricted workshops who are

Another Commercial Vehicle Show is fast approaching with the CV Sector in a strong position. And our team from TyreTrade.ie and the Tyre Trade Journal will be there to report on the CV Show for you. Mike Hawes, Chief Executive, SMMT, told us: “This year’s CV Show is more relevant than ever and we are

Yesterday, the British Chancellor for the Exchequer Philip Hammond delivered his 2017 Budget speech at the House of Commons. As a result, with today’s Budget coming just four months after the Autumn Statement it has been viewed as a “transitional Budget” with no dramatic or radical announcements. Indeed many tax measures, including those relating to

The Environmental Protection Agency has published waste data about end-of-life vehicles and waste tyres managed by Authorised Treatment Facilities or other waste management organisations in Ireland in 2014. End-of-life vehicles contain valuable resources and are required to be treated at Authorised Treatment Facilities. Such treatment includes draining waste oils and removing parts for reuse or

The Irish Tyre Industry Association (ITIA) has appointed a new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Donal Dempsey, has many years experience in the Irish motor and transport industry, being a financial consultant to many of Ireland’s top transport firms and prior to that holding senior financial roles in large Munster based motor dealerships. Donal understands the

First Stop in Europe believes that the changing technology in automobiles presents both threats and opportunities for tyre and service centres in Ireland. First Stop is developing programmes and supports for its members to help them be more relevant to consumers in this changing environment. Eddie Cunningham talks to Pat Curran, CFO, at Bridgestone Europe’s

In connection with its 100th Anniversary celebrations running throughout 2017, the Japanese premium tyre manufacturer Ypkohama has launched a historical micro-site which highlights the different milestones in the company’s history and products. The attractive micro-site has been created with two distinct timelines which display the corporate historical timeline from its origins until today and the

At the launch of the latest version of the Porsche 911 GT3, eight out of ten cars rolling off the production line will be fitted with specially-developed Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 N1 ultra-high-performance tyres, in 245/35 ZR20 front and 305/30 ZR20 rear sizes. Designed specifically for the Porsche 911 GT3, the Michelin Pilot Sport

Yokohama Rubber is exhibiting at the Geneva International Motor Show. The company is using the opportunity to introduce the latest additions to its  premium passenger car tyre line-up. Yokohama has announced the return of the A008P, one of the company’s landmark tyres. The new A008P will be available in two sizes—205/55ZR16 91W for front tyres

Bridgestone is back at the Geneva Motor Show with a strong message of supporting every individual through innovation and partnership. The Bridgestone booth in Hall 6, Stand 6253, spotlights Bridgestone and Firestone brands’ latest developments in Europe. Partnership and Innovation Centre stage is Bridgestone’s exciting TOP Partnership with the International Olympic Committee. A frieze of