Run-flat tyres released into the aftermarket are typically intended for vehicles initially fitted with run-flats as original equipment, however the latest run-flat Bridgestone is releasing in North America is aimed at cars purchased new with standard tyres. Bridgestone Americas says…
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Pro Comp launches new Xtreme MT2 tyre
Off-road components maker and private brand tire marketer Pro Comp USA is backing a mail-in rebate promotion for its “latest and greatest tread pattern.” The company’s offer, running through June 30, covers its range of Xtreme MT2 tires. In addition,…
Horizon introduces new tyre
Commercial tyre importer and distributor Horizon Tire Inc. has launched the Crosswind AP for the sport- and crossover-utility vehicle and 4X4 segment in 28 sizes. The Crosswind AP is made exclusively for the Houston-based company by China’s Shandong Linglong Tyre…
Doublestar introduces new truck tyres
Doublestar Tire Corp. recently added four SmartWay verified truck tyres, covering all three wheel positions, to its line offerings and is planning to launch two more, the company said. In addition, two other models — an all-position tyre and a…
Silicone manufacturer facing bankruptcy
Momentive Performance Materials Inc said on Tuesday it may file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and is in talks with stakeholders to restructure the debt of the silicone and quartz producer. As of Sept. 30, the company had total liabilities of…
TBC introduces new Sumitomo tyres
TBC Wholesale Group is introducing what it terms “the evolution of the performance touring tyre” with the spring launch of the new Sumitomo HTR Enhance line for sedans, coupes, crossovers and SUVs. TBC is the exclusive marketer of the Sumitomo…
Avon Tyres launches sport and hypersport-touring products
British motorcycle tyre manufacturer, Avon Tyres, is launching the 2014 riding season with a tyre fitment promotion on its acclaimed sport and Hypersport-touring products. From April 1 to June 30, customers buying a pair of Storm 3D X-M, 3D Ultrasport…
Pirelli’s cintarutto tyres top performance tests
Pirelli tyres has scored well in test results carried out on its Cinturato range by leading European publications, according to Tyres and Accessories. Russia’s largest motoring magazine tested the Cinturato P1 in size 185/60 R14 against 14 competitors from Nokian,…
Italian firm introduces new tyre recycling technique
In Europe in 2011, 3.2 million tonnes of used tyres had to be disposed of. Recycling techniques are evolving in order to recover all the materials used to make the tyre, that includes not just the rubber but also fibres…
CalRecycle admonishes local facility for storing excess tyre wastes; revokes permit
The California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) has revoked the waste tyre facility permit of Global Waste Management Inc., a tyre recycling company in South San Francisco. Following a lengthy investigation, CalRecycle says it determined the company was…