Continental Tire Launches ExtremeContact Sport02
Continental Tire announced the release of its all-new ExtremeContact Sport02, a summer ultra-high performance tire for passenger cars ranging in size from 15-21-in. rim diameters. Ideal for both the street and the track, Continental says this tire comes complete with SportPlus Technology, which provides responsive handling, a better grip on wet roads and extended tread
Kenda Unveils Vezda Touring 4S, its First ‘Four-Season’ Offering
During the 2022 SEMA Show, Kenda Tire debuted its new “four season” tire: the Vezda Touring 4S KR211 as well as announced new sizes for its Klever M/T2 and a revamp to its UHP tire line. All this is set to launch next year, as the company looks to tackle key segments and spread awareness
Hunter’s WinAlign Software Update Highlighted at SEMA 2022
WinAlign 17.1, the newest version of Hunter Engineering’s alignment software, is now shipping. Hunter exhibited the software’s new capabilities at the SEMA Show this year in Las Vegas. Hunter says the new software provides two important benefits for Hunter Quick Check Drive and Quick Check Commercial unmanned inspection system customers. First, the company says 17.1
ASA Automotive Unveils Vehicle Inspection Software at SEMA
ASA Automotive Systems debuted its new digital vehicle inspection software, as well as an update to its software for the Bridgestone Affiliated Dealer Network, at the 2022 SEMA Show. Unlike other software, ASA sayid its inspection software can fully integrate with all of its product lines: TireMaster, TireMaster Enterprise, GTX, CornerStone and Yes Prime. “Our
Hunter Exhibits HunterNet 2 Platform Upgrades at SEMA 2022
During SEMA 2022, Hunter Engineering announced its online customer platform, HunterNet 2, underwent major enhancements over the last year. Hunter says its HunterNet 2 platform is a free customer portal developed for undercar service operators with single or multiple rooftops, featuring online service guides, equipment manuals, 24/7 consumable replenishment, IoT capabilities and more. Innovations announced
New Tires & Service Products We Saw at SEMA & AAPEX
Editor’s Note: This story will be updated throughout the 2022 SEMA Show and month of November to highlight new products launched at the 2022 SEMA Show. Check back for live updates on new product releases and more! If you were at the annual Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show held in Las Vegas during the
Mickey Thompson Unveils 42-, 44-in. Sizes for Baja Boss M/T Line
At this year’s SEMA Show in Las Vegas, Mickey Thompson Tires & Wheels unveiled the largest-ever sizes of its Baja Boss M/T line with 42- and 44-in, tire sizes. Available to consumers in mid-2023, the expanded sizes enable off-roaders to ride higher with more ground clearance and overcome rocky terrain through exceptional sidewall grip, the
John Bean Tru-Point Featured at SEMA
John Bean announced its new Tru-Point ADAS calibration tool will be on display and available for demonstrations at multiple locations at this week’s SEMA Show in Las Vegas. Tru-Point will be one of several products featured at the Snap-on Total Shop Solutions (TSS) booth. The company says the Snap-on booth is in the Collision Repair
Landsail Introduces New Stormblazer Crossover at SEMA 2022
Landsail Tires debuted its new Stormblazer Crossover tire at the 2022 SEMA Show. “The SUV and CUV market in the US is thriving, with CUVs being the nation’s number one selling vehicle segment. Landsail Tire is prepared to meet the demand for CUVs and SUVs that are being modified,” said Maxwell Wee, executive vice president
Hunter’s BL Series Bench Lathe Now Features HunterNet 2
Hunter Engineering announced that its BL Series of bench lathes with tablets now also connects with the HunterNet 2 portal. According to Hunter, HunterNet 2 is a free customer portal developed for undercar service operators with single or multiple rooftops, allowing operators to access actionable performance data for all their Hunter-connected equipment. With the new
Gallery: Sights from the 2022 SEMA Show
It’s showtime, baby! From Nov. 1-4, the 2022 SEMA Show was in full swing. Whether you walked the aisles of the Lower South Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center or watched the show unfold from your computer screen, you know we came across a slew of souped-up vehicles–whether they’re low-riders or off-road rigs– that
Anyline Launches Tread Depth Scanner for Smartphones at SEMA
Anyline launched a tire tread scanner that works on any camera-enabled smartphone or mobile device. The company announced this innovation at a press conference held at SEMA Show 2022 in Las Vegas this week. The company says measuring tire tread wear requires dedicated analog or digital tools that technicians use to measure tire grooves physically,
