Tire Rack One Lap of America to Raise Funds for Charity
(Akron/Tire Review) The 23rd annual 2006 Tire Rack One Lap of America, running from May 6-13, will kick off at The Tire Rack’s U.S. headquarters in South Bend, Ind.
Dunlop Bike Tyre Scores Well in Second Test
(Clacton, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) The new Dunlop Sportmax Qualifier scored another victory in its second major international comparative tyre test, this time by German magazine PS.
Globalization: Can We Survive the Onslaught?
(Douglasdale, South Africa/S.A. Treads) Never before has the trend of Globalization been more acutely felt. In the context of the tyre industry, Globalization began almost a century ago, when manufacturing giants such as the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. began establishing operations outside of its home base, the U.S.
Moving Marvels: Tire Innovations: A Look Back, a Step Forward
From the four full-ply poly bias tires of the early to mid-1960s to the carbon-fiber-enhanced radials complete with Kevlar belts and multiple compound tread designs of the 21st century, we’ve come a long way in a relatively short time. A glance in the rear-view mirror shows that our great industry has been foolish at times
The Last Building BRIC
(Clacton, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) Much has been written about the emerging Indian, Chinese and Russian markets, but what about South America?
Argentine Producer Introduces Radial Agri Line, Expands Winter Range
(Clacton, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) Fate SAICI is something of an anomaly in South America.
Our Tyres Last up to 54% Longer: Michelin
(Clacton, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) Michelin is claiming its products last longer than tyres made by any other manufacturer.
Blackcircles Cooperates with Bike Trader
(Clacton, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) Blackcircles has formed a new partnership with Europe’s most popular motorbike site, Bike Trader.
Al-Dobowi Group at Dubai Aftermarket Show
(Clacton, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) The Al-Dobowi Group has announced plans to participate in the 11th International Automotive Aftermarket ‘AAME 2006’ scheduled to be held from Mar. 20-22 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, UAE.
BFGoodrich Cars Win Swedish Rally
(Clacton, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) Finland’s Marcus Gronholm dominated the 2006 Swedish Rally by winning the first five of the day’s seven special stages. His nearest rival, four-time world champion Sebastien Loeb, won the remaining two to reduce Gronholm’s lead to 25.1 sec.