Hutchinson has redesigned three of its existing mountain bike tyres to form a new range that targets enduro riders. The revamped trio of rubber will offer options for those riding dry, mixed and muddy terrain and, once its released in…
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Firestone announces new brand name for its EPDM geomembrane
Firestone Building Products is pleased to officially announce the new brand name for its EPDM geomembrane in the EMEA region: Firestone GeoGard™ EPDM. The new GeoGard logo leverages the value of the Firestone brand and all it stands for. The…
Goodyear announces new “SoundComfort” technology
Goodyear reduces interior car noise levels with new SoundComfort technology Four decibel noise reduction is something to talk about Birmingham 23rd May 2014 – Goodyear announces today that it is launching a new technology that addresses the noise caused by…
Pakistan tyre industry urges gov’t to continue drive against tyre smuggling
Recent raids in different cities have created fear among smugglers due to which the illegal activity has seen a dip in the market. However, the government should continue this drive or the tyre smugglers will regain their foothold, said the…
TGI signs tyre supply agreement with Wabash National
Tire Group International LLC (TGI) has signed a tire supply agreement with Wabash National Corp., a diversified industrial manufacturer and one of North America’s leading producers of semi-trailers and liquid transportation systems. The endorsement gives Wabash National and its customers…
TM Racing picks Mitas as OEM tyre supplier
Mitas is proud to announce its selection by TM Racing as an OEM tyre supplier for motocross, enduro and supermoto motorcycles. Mitas will supply C-21 Super and EF-07 Super tyres for enduro motorcycles (EN 300, EN 450FI, EN 530F, EN…
Indian spot rubber gains strength
The domestic rubber prices strengthened on Monday. “We could not observe any fundamental reason for the current uptrend yet” a trader said. “The arrivals to the local trading houses are extremely poor and we are very close to the monsoon…
Simtec welcomes high-end audio equipment manufacturer
Simtec Silicone Parts (Miramar, FL), a custom manufacturer of liquid silicone rubber (LSR) parts and LSR two-shot components, has a highly diversified customer base, producing parts for automotive, medical, cosmetic, food and beverage, kitchenware, consumer goods, and industrial applications. It…
Rosneft, Pirelli held further talks on synthetic rubber production
Russia’s Rosneft Oil Co., which is part of a consortium that owns a minority stake in Pirelli & C. S.p.A., has held further talks with Pirelli about cooperation in synthetic rubber production in Russia. Rosneft President and Chairman Igor Sechin…
Yokohama Tyres earns auto award in Nigeria
Foremost Japanese tyre brand, Yokohama has emerged winner of the ‘New Tyre Brand of the Year’ at the 9th Edition of the Annual Nigeria Auto Awards ceremony held last week at the Eko Hotel and Suites Lagos. Yokohama outclassed rival…