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The UK automotive manufacturing sector has revealed its preparedness to get production lines rolling again, with the publication of new sector-specific guidance by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The best-practice advice will help to ensure all automotive production sites are safe spaces for workers, controlling the risk of transmission.

UK new bus and coach registrations rose 15.8% in the first quarter of 2020, with demand rising to 1,403 units, according to figures released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The growth comes off the back of a particularly weak first quarter in 2019, when registrations fell by almost a third (-32.8%).

Michelin has named Mónica Rius as the new Communications and Brands Director for Spain and Portugal.

As of March, the spread of the COVID-19 started to impact all industries across Europe. 

BKT has now launched its the new LIFTMAX LM 63 tyre, which has been designed to fit tractors for industrial and logistical use. The product has been developed to be used at ports and airports.

Lawyers for the 37 ex-shareholders in the UK retreader Vaculug named in the £7.2 million High Court fraud case brought by current owners Grantham Capital, have launched their own legal action to reclaim missing purchase payments.

Goodyear has announced a three-year partnership with Maxi Haulage Ltd. As part of this deal, Maxi Haulage Ltd will be supplied with tyres from the KMAX GEN-2 range, and be supported by TruckForce, under the Goodyear Total Mobility offering.

Nokian Tyres has become the first tyre company to have its emissions reduction targets approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

The Michelin Training Centre has rolled out a new free intensive digital training programme for the teams working in its network of tyre shops so that they can return to work offering the best possible customer service.

Kumho has joined forces with Fiege to open a major new warehouse facility in Germany.