Tyre News
The latest news, views and reviews on what's happening in the tyre industry
29 Apr 2009
Goodyear confident of the rewards of Innovation
Even during tough economic conditions Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. are confident that "the market continues to reward innovation."
Michelin has proudly reported that it has been selected as the OE tyre supplier for the new Porsche Panamera, a 4 door saloon to compete with the likes of the Jaguar XFR and the Aston Martin Rapide. The Panamera will ride on Michelin Pilot Sports or Michelin Pilot Alpin, depending on season.
23 Apr 2009
Michelin joins the "Clean Air Green Tour"
Michelin North America has partnered with the ?Clean Air Green Tour? to promote the benefits of environmentally friendly products.
22 Apr 2009
Auto Zeitung Magazine rates Continental Tyre top
German Magazine Auto Zeitung (issue 09/09) has rated the ContiCrossContact UHP top in a recent off road tyre test against products from other European, American, Japanese and Korean tyre manufacturers.
22 Apr 2009
Avon tyres to supply "Blood Bikes"
Avon Tyres has agreed to supply Storm-ST motorcycle tyres to the charity Freewheelers Emergency Volunteer Service, a west country emergency out-of-hours medical transport service.
21 Apr 2009
Kumho wins "Best Buy" recommendation
US magazine Consumer Digest has awarded the Kumho Solus KR21 and Ecsta STX tyres ?best buy? recommendations.
21 Apr 2009
Michelin Marks its return to Le Mans
On April 19th Michelin marked its return to Le Mans, motor cycling's Endurance World Championship, after an 8 year absence, delivering a one-two finish.
20 Apr 2009
Dunlop Sport OE on Euro Spec Nissan GT-R
The Dunlop SP Sport 600 DSST rolled into the UK connecting the European Spec Nissan GT-R with the road.
Michelin has announced that they will be supplying the Energy MXV8 tyre for the recently launched Honda V6.
15 Apr 2009
Toyo Proxes Ne Eco Tyre Unveiled
The Proxes Ne which is to launched by Toyo Tires Europe utilizes "Ecocircle" recycled polyester ply, developed by Teijin Fibers Limited, and which is said to be a world first.
12 Apr 2009
F1 Teams will learn about Tyres ? Bridgestone
Hirohide Hamashim, Bridgestone's director of motorsport tyre development, is confident there won't be a repeat of the tyre confusion which occurred at the Australian Grand Prix as Formula One prepares for the Chinese Grand Prix next weekend.
09 Apr 2009
Drivers are warned to check all tyres
The RAC Foundation has warned that not only is a flat tyre a major danger on the road but it could also completely setback your car insurance no-claims bonus.
Dunlop has been chosen to provide the especially high performance tyre Dunlop SP Sport Maxx for both the XFR and the XKR by car maker Jaguar. The latest additions to the Jaguar line up feature a 375 kW/510 hp supercharged engine and acceleration of 4.8 seconds from 0-100 km/h.
08 Apr 2009
Which? Ranks Conti PremiumContact 2 Top
Continental has earned its 7th and 8th "best buy" recommendation from the consumer advice website Which? In the April Which? Tyre ranking report the continental premium contact 2 received the highest overall performance score in the two tyre sizes featured.
On March 26th the US state of California adopted a regulation which will make it compulsory for every automotive outlet to check tyre pressure on every vehicle they service.
03 Apr 2009
Pirelli Shares rise
It seems investor interest has returned to the automotive industry, whose valuations have been laid low by the global crisis, with Italian tyremaker Pirelli & C (PECI.MI) shares rising 8 percent. With 35 million, more than the daily average for the past month, shares having changed hands.
03 Apr 2009
Possibility of further punishment for Hamilton
The threat of suspension or disqualification from the Formula One world championship hangs over Lewis Hamilton after being caught lying to FIA race stewards.
03 Apr 2009
Another Step towards EU Tyre labelling
The European Parliament's industry committee has voted in favour of new tyre labelling regulations which will mean Tyre and vehicle retailers will have to provide customers with detailed information on the energy efficiency, safety and noise performance of tyres.
03 Apr 2009
Over 3 million motorists on illegal tyres
According to new research released by Continental this week up to 3.5 million motorists in the UK are driving on illegal tyres.
02 Apr 2009
Conquering, not saving, the world
McKinsey , the consultancy group has estimated that China's car market will grow tenfold between 2005 and 2030.
02 Apr 2009
Dunlop Tyre ranked top by MCN
In an article published this week Motorcycle news (MCN) has ranked the new Dunlop Qualifier II tyre above its rivals.