Conti Boosts Presence Through Brakes Acquisition
(Staffordshire, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) Continental’s Automotive Systems Division is bolstering its brakes systems capabilities in both Europe and in emerging markets, particularly Asia, through the acquisition of drum brake manufacturer Automotive Products Italia S.r.l. from the Australian Pacifica Group Ltd.
European Motorists Warned to Avoid Used Tires on EBay
(Akron/Tire Review – Bright/U.K.) eBay shoppers looking for a bargain are being warned to steer clear of second-hand tyres being sold on the site, after independent testing revealed that half of the used tyres listed on eBay are too dangerous for use and if fitted to a car could put lives at risk.
Conti Appoints New International Press Officer
(Staffordshire, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) Continental AG has made a new addition to their passenger and light truck tire division’s press team.
S. Africa Tire Plants Facing Strikes
(Akron/Tire Review – IOL News Service) At least 6,000 workers at six large tyre manufacturing plants in Port Elizabeth, Kwazulu-Natal and North West in South Africa will strike on Friday, the National Union of Metalworkers of SA (NUMSA) said.
Conti Teams With BMW Performance School
(Akron/Tire Review) Continental Tire of North American is providing tires to the BMW Performance Center and the BMW Performance Driving School, based in Spartanburg, S.C.
PAACE Automechanika 2007: Not an Ordinary Trade Show
(Akron/Tire Review) Last week, many North American automotive aftermarket professionals – including myself – packed their bags for Mexico City and the annual PAACE Automechanika trade show.
Conti Truck Tires Get EPA Nod
(Akron/Tire Review) Three Continental brand medium truck tires have been recognized by the Environmental Protection Agency for meeting its SmartWay environmental specifications.
Back After a Short Break…
(Staffordshire, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) An international motor sport event has not taken place on Russian soil since before the First World War, when the St Petersburg Grand Prix was held in May 1914 with victory going to the German Willy Schoel, driving a Benz.
Metro Tyres to Offer Share to Conti
(Staffordshire, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) India’s Metro Tyres is reportedly willing to offer technical collaboration partner Continental AG a minority stake in its business.
Conti Selected for Land Rover Experience Tour
(Staffordshire, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) The Land Rover Experience Tour is considered one of the most challenging tests faced by all-terrain vehicles, and this year, for the first time, the Experience Tour will be run exclusively using 4×4 tyres manufactured by Continental.