Indirect TPMS Making A Comeback On Some Imports
Indirect Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) are the systems that do not have air pressure sensors inside the tires. Rather, they detect a low tire by comparing relative wheel speeds via the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) wheel speed sensors. When a tire loses air, its diameter decreases slightly. Older indirect TPMS are not as sensitive
New Run-Flat Aimed at Driver’s Peace of Mind
Bridgestone Americas released its DriveGuard tire line to media and dealers at a ride and drive event in Austin, Texas, at the Circuit of the Americas in early April. The tiremaker introduced its first run-flat tire in the ear ly 1980s. The tires were never marketed as a safety feature; rather they were touted for
California Jury Finds Sears Negligent, Awards No Damages in Bad Tire Case
A jury ruled that Sears, Roebuck & Co. was negligent in not warning a Fresno, Calif., man about a bad tire, but the retail operation did not cause “substantial harm” resulting in a horrific freeway crash four years ago. On June 11, 2010, Brandon Horn’s left rear tire on his 2002 Volkswagen Jetta lost its
Bridgestone’s Run-Flat Gives Drivers Peace of Mind; Dealers A Fresh Product To Sell
Bridgestone introduced its first run-flat tire in the early 1980s. The tires were never marketed as a safety feature; rather they were ideal for vehicles where space is a premium because run-flats eliminate the need to store a fifth wheel. “Historically, run-flats made for a very firm ride,” noted Robert Saul, Bridgestone’s product planning manager.
Continental Marries Technologies in Latest General Altimax
The General Altimax RT43, which replaces the Altimax RT, features two new technologies designed to help provide the consumer with impressive value.
Yokohama Museum Exhibit Opens in Boston
The exhibit showcases Yokohama’s BluEarth-1, its latest orange oil-infused passenger car tire, and the ultra-thin AirTex Advanced Liner.
Yokohama’s Orange Oil Technology a Museum Exhibit
The Museum of Science in Boston will feature Yokohama Tire Corp.’s eco-friendly orange oil tire technology in a 2-year "Making a Greener Tire" interactive display beginning this fall. The exhibit will highlight BluEarth-1, the company’s latest orange oil-infused passenger car tire.The display in the museum’s Transportation, Renewable Energy and Nanotechnology area, revolves around the BluEarth-1’s
Hankook Building on OE Fitments
Hankook Tire America has expanded its North American OE portfolio with new additions from Ford, Volkswagen, Hyundai and Kia. The tiremaker now supplies its Optimo H426 for the 2011 North American Ford Fiesta model and for the 2010 model Kia Soul and Forte. In addition, Hankook is expanding its fitment of the Optimo H725 to
Aussie Couple Maxes Out on Fuel Record
Three weeks. 9,000-plus miles. 48 states. 67.9 miles per gallon.
Volkswagen First European OE Supplied by Hankook Hungary
Volkswagen has become the recipient of Hankook’s first-ever OE delivery to a European vehicle manufacturer from its Dunaujvaros factory.