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The tyre sector is looking at the premiere of The Tire Cologne full of expectation. Hardly anybody in sector circles seems to be talking about the “REIFEN“, which is supposed to celebrate its premiere parallel to Automechanika in Frankfurt this year. For a long time, the people responsible for both trade fairs have been taking part in a kind of competition to draw attention. Now, however, it has become quite obvious – for sector participants The Tire Cologne will be “the place to be“.
Solideal On-Site Service, the service department of Camso, will expand its presence in the United Kingdom by taking over Tire Specialists Hull Ltd. (FTS). The company based in Hull (Yorkshire) offers more than 40 years of experience in the area of industrial tyres, and is considered to be among the most well-known tyre suppliers in the north of the United Kingdom.
For many years, the Bundesverband Reifenhandel und Vulkaniseur-Handwerk e.V. (BRV - German Tyre Retailer and Vulcanization Trade Association) has honoured top performance of the German tyre industry. For the first time, the top-level Kreativpreis 2018 will be awarded in two sections.
The tyre brand Uniroyal is announcing a voluntary exchange program for winter tyres of the model SnowMax 2 in size 195/60 R 16 C for about 500 vans. According to group information, parts of the tyre tread of a certain production period could start getting loose because of a rubber compound not being in compliance with guidelines.
Bridgestone is equipping the new Renault Mégane R.S. with the tyre Potenza S001. “The Mégane R.S. is a new type of vehicle. It disposes of a more powerful engine, and the wheel suspension and four-wheel steering system were newly developed and brought to serial production. Thus, Bridgestone designed the Potenza S001 in such a way that it will not only perfectly meet the new requirements of the car, but also supplement the advantages of our innovations in an optimum way”, explains Laurent Hurgon, development driver of the new Renault Mégane R.S.
Nokian Tyres is modernizing its brand presentation and is aiming at becoming more attractive in strategic growth areas. The new brand design stresses the long company history, a sustainable business strategy and commitment to Scandinavian values. It focuses on a promise to provide peace of mind by all means.
The latest generation of BMW X3 will be equipped with the Yokohama Advan Sport V105 as an OE option. Starting with its market launch, the new BMW X3 will be available in two different tyre dimensions, either 225/60R18 104W or 245/50R19 105W. Run-flat technology will be used for both editions.
Dunlop is presenting a SUV version of the Sport Maxx RT 2. Engineers tried to realise a balanced pressure distribution for the whole tyre contact area and aimed at optimizing cornering and steering performance at higher speed. A tread compound of the latest generation newly developed for the Sport Maxx RT 2 SUV also consists of traction resin.
According to Brand Finance, Michelin is considered to be “the most valuable” international tyre brand. The company focusing on brand assessment and strategy consultation communicates a 30-per-cent brand increase, reaching about 7.9 billion US dollars next year. Thus, Michelin will be able to overtake Bridgestone (7.0 billion US dollars). Continental will be in the third position of the Brand Finance top ten ranking.
“In case of doubt you will be on the safe side with more expensive tyres”, AutoBild sums up in its current summer tyre test. The winner, however, is a representative you normally do not find in the top price category: the Hankook Ventus Prime3. Statements from premium manufacturers concerning the relevance of development demonstrate the potential of emerging brands in the tested size.
Continental offers a comprehensive portfolio of components and systems for off-highway applications. The solutions of the international technology group are meant to make construction, agricultural and transport machines and vehicles safer, cleaner and more efficient and comfortable.
Since 1966, the Dutch company Heuver Banden has been a reliable supplier of specialized tyre trade. Since its foundation, the company has developed into a reliable supplier in different segments of commercial vehicle and OTR tyres as well as industrial and agricultural tyres.
According to information from the Magna Tyres Group, the demand for products has increased in the whole area during the five-year presence in the French market. Magna Tyres decided to increase the customer network in order to guarantee proximity and availability of products from Magna Tyres.
In the framework of a media week at the location in Hanover In December 2016, Giti reported about a planned online shop where Giti tyres were directly to be ordered by end-customers. Finally, the shop started in spring 2017 and was directly linked with the website giti.de.
Die Magna Tyres Group has announced the opening of its office for the Middle East & Africa, which is based in Ras Al Khaimah. After appointing Vijay Nambiar as General Manager of the new office, the responsible people announced this as next step of the worldwide expansion. “We are very proud that Vijay made use of this opportunity to open the new office. He will play a key role for strengthening the image of Magna Tyres in this region and for intensifying our commitment to this region", said Michael de Ruijter, CEO of the Magna Tyres Group.
In August an exclusive customer circle of Pneuhage Reifendienste exchanged experiences concerning different topics of fleet optimization in Leipzig. About 50 representatives of renowned transport companies listened to the explanations of responsible people of Kloepfel Consulting GmbH and the trailer manufacturer Schmitz Cargobull in the framework of an event at the Porsche plant.
All-season tyres are a highly discussed topic in the industry – each relevant manufacturer reacted to the demand in the market and added a tread to the portfolio in the meantime. In the framework of its Winter Tyre Test units, ADAC also tested seven all-season products. The result is devastating. Concerning the seasonal experts, the Goodyear UltraGrip9 stands out in the small and compact class.
After Hamaton founded a subsidiary in Europe last year, the manufacturer of TPMS and valves is opening a further one in America. It is planned that Hamaton Incorporated is going to open in November this year. According to company information, the opening of Hamaton Inc. is aiming at meeting the increased demand for TPMS products in the United States.
The German manufacturer of light metal wheels, Uniwheels, which is listed on the Warsaw Stock Exchange, presented its Strategy 2022. ATS, Rial, Alutec and Anzio are well-known group brands. At the moment, the group disposes of four production plants, of which three are based in Poland (Stalowa Wola) and one in Germany (Werdohl). Uniwheels supplies the international automotive industry (Automotive Segment), the replacement market (Accessory Segment) and international motorsports as manufacturer of light metal wheels.
In the framework of an international product event, General Tire presented two new all-terrain tyres for on- and off-road use in Valencia/Spain: the Grabber X3 and the Grabber AT3. The Grabber AT3 will be available in trade in IV/2016 and I/2017 and the Grabber X3 in I/2017 and II/2017. The Grabber X3 is planned in 19 sizes for rims from 15 to 19 inches, the Grabber AT3 in 64 sizes for rims from 15 to 20 inches.
Continental is taking over Hoosier Racing Tire Corp. The company based in Lakeville/Indiana in the USA produces special tyres for racing application. “This take-over is an impressive example of the consistent implementation of our long-term growth strategy Vision 2025 with focus on strategic planning and consistent implementation of technological innovations. The take-over of Hoosier Racing Tire is a promising addition to our product portfolio and will support our growth strategy, above all in the ultra high performance segment“, said Nikolai Setzer, member of the Board of Directors at Continental AG and Head of the Tyre Division.