Prototype ‘Tire of the Future’ Shows Positive Rolling Resistance Qualities
A prototype summer tire developed by Nokian Tyres is said to have demonstrated 64% superior rolling resistance against a premium ‘eco’ tire in testing conducted by the Finnish tiremaker. In a test held on Mar. 9, a Toyota Prius was fitted with the prototype tires and also with Michelin Energy Saver tires (both the same
Dealers Get Early Look at New Hakka 7
Last week, North American tire dealers got the opportunity to preview Nokian Tyres’ new winter tire, the Hakkapeliitta 7. Touted as the most technologically advanced Hakka yet, the tire is currently available in Europe, but won’t be widely available in North America until 2011, in time for the 2011-12 winter season. Nokian invited select U.S.
SUV Version of Hakka 7 Now Available
Nokian Tyres reports that the market launch of its new Hakkapeliitta 7 SUV studded tire has provided 4×4 drivers a “superior alternative” in terms of grip and driving stability. This new tire, the Finnish manufacturer states, combines high grip with durability and driving comfort. Designed for heavy use, this latest addition to the Hakkapeliitta winter
Credit Crunch Takes a Bite Out of the Russian Bear
Pierre Cohade, president of Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co.’s Asia-Pacific business, recently asked if we should move away from talking about BRIC countries (the emerging markets of Brazil, Russia, India and China) and instead focus on BIIC, reported Tyres & Accessories. Posting this poser on the popular Twitter social network from his base in Shanghai,
Hankook Tire Nominated Member of ETRMA
Hankook Tire has been officially nominated concordantly as a corporate member by the Board of Directors of the European Tyre & Rubber Manufacturers’ Association (ETRMA).
European End of Life Tyre Recovery Now Above 91%
The ETRMA has confirmed that, last year, the European recovery rate for end of life tyres exceeded 91%, a rate more than 4% higher than the previous year.
Rising Tyre Prices Turn Finns to Korean, Chinese Suppliers
(Helsinki Times) High oil prices are extracting their toll from Finnish drivers also when they go to change their tires.
Vianor Expands into New Hampshire
The Nokian-owned Vianor tyre retail chain has continued its international expansion following the opening of a new branch in Kazakhstan two weeks ago.
Premium Manufacturers Taking the Lead in Russia
It is apparent that the Russian tyre market is one of the most vibrant and emerging in Europe.
Tofan Seeks Investment for Danubiana
High profile Romanian businessman Gelu Tofan, head of the Tofan Group, is reportedly seeking international capital for his Danubiana tyre business, one of the country’s largest tyre manufacturers.