Dunlop Tops Tire Rack Test
In a new evaluation of summer performance tires by Tire Rack, the Dunlop Direzza Sport Z1 Star Spec topped the Bridgestone Potenza RE-01R, Yokohama Advan Neova AD07 and Hankook Ventus R-S2 Z212 tires, Goodyear claimed.
Automotive Employers Urged to Consider Diploma
Employers are being encouraged to consider a new diploma in Manufacturing and Product Design as a way of investing in the future of their business.
How Many Vehicles are Misaligned?
How much of the car parc is running on misaligned wheels? A new initiative (‘Alignment Data Collection Day’) led by Pro-Align, the U.K.’s four-wheel alignment specialists, is seeking to answer this question.
Mastercraft Deal ‘Mutually Satisfactory,’ Says Silverline
Mastercraft, an associate brand of Cooper Tire & Rubber, has appointed Warwick-based Silverline International as its official U.K. distributor.
Pirelli JV Factory to Supply AvtoVAZ
The announced joint venture tyre plant to be established by Pirelli and Russian Technologies will have an initial capacity of 4.2 million tyres, states Pirelli – and sources indicate that a large chunk of production will be supplied to Russian carmaker AvtoVAZ.
NTDA and RAC Foundation Warn of Tyre Aging Dangers
According to the RAC Foundation, up to 3 million U.K. motorists could beat risk by not checking the age and condition of their tyres.
Al Dobowi Group Looks to Support Full-Life Tyre Management
Formed in 1976, the Al Dobowi Group was established to serve the growing Middle East tyre management industry.
Exclusive Brands Account for 11% U.K. Car Tyre Market
GfK data exclusively seen by Tyres & Accessories shows that sales of exclusive brands account for 10.4% of the 2007 U.K. car tyre replacement market.
Safety Dance: Tiremaker Comes at Tread Depth Debate from Odd Angle
Michelin broke the tiremaker cone-of-silence in the debate over changing – or not changing, in this case – our scatter-shot tread depth limit regs. At a media briefing earlier this year, Michelin said change is not necessary, there’s no need for a national mandate, and, even then, lack of enforcement would render such regs moot.
Parting Words: Retiring Micali Looks Forward to Where He Sees Industry Heading
By the time you read this, Jim Micali will have closed the book on his 30-year career with Michelin North America. The now-retired chairman and CEO has turned the reins over to Dick Wilkerson, and is now enjoying time with his family. Micali, 60, won’t be frittering away his days. He plans to remain involved