Business News

In the face of the new health context marked by the Coronavirus pandemic, Michelin updated its free TruckFly application, offering updated information and new services to accompany transporters on their routes on European roads. 

On 10th December 2020, within a virtual arena, members of automotive aftermarket companies and international experts will discuss key topics such as mobility, new technologies, eco-sustainability of the sector and post-pandemic scenarios.  

Farrall’s Group is moving its entire fleet of 65 trucks and 100 trailers onto a Michelin tyre policy. The decision follows a trial organised by local Michelin advocate dealer Quinton Tyres, which demonstrated the sustainability advantages of the Michelin product. 

An arable farm in Ireland has seen significant improvements to its soil health since moving its tractor fleet onto Michelin Ultraflex technology tyres. 

Northern Ireland tyre management specialists Kerr’s Tyre’s & Auto has acquired Belfast based Roundabout Tyre & Battery Service for an undisclosed sum. 

REIFF Süddeutschland Reifen und KFZ-Technik GmbH has recently agreed a new sales collaboration with Webfleet Solutions.

South African haulage company Anderson Transport and General Tire have decided to extend their partnership with Dryland Event Management. 

HENRICH Reifen & Autoservice GmbH, based in Bergisch Gladbach have joined the DRIVER cooperation of independent tyre dealers and car workshops.

Continental Tire’s new commercial truck tyre plant in Clinton, Mississippi is up, running and raring to go in its mission to 750,000 units a year.

For the third quarter of 2020 Hankook Tire reports an increase of global sales and operating profit by 2.8% and 24.6% respectively year-on-year, and by 38.3% and 220.5% compared to the previous quarter. This recovery is mainly attributed to increased sales of replacement tyres in major regions such as Europe, North America, and China. It was also driven by increased sales of OE tyres as well as high-inch tyres of 18 inches or above in China. The company’s Laufenn brand product portfolio is also a key contributor to driving demand from customers seeking both quality and competitive price.