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Who invented the winter tyre?
17 Dec 2024
When seeking out the company which first marketed a tyre intended for winter conditions, it makes sense to start your search in a region that’s no stranger to snow and ice. Finland fits the bill nicely, and Nokian Tyres has long occupied the superlative first place in the winter tyre world with its Kelirengas – literally ‘weather tyre’. But was it really first?
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All-new BFGoodrich summer tyre range
17 Feb 2020
The launch of the BFGoodrich Advantage and BFGoodrich Advantage SUV in 2020 sees the American brand – which is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year – renew its entire summer tyre line-up for the UK and Europe. These two ranges offer a wide range of fitments for saloons, hatchbacks and SUVs.
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Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 tyre offers 20% more mileage than Michelin
11 Feb 2020
Goodyear claims its new EfficientGrip Performance 2 can achieve 50 per cent higher mileage than its predecessor and 20 per cent better mileage than Michelin. The claims are based on tests conducted by TÜV SÜD, which also found that the EfficientGrip Performance 2 had the shortest braking distances on wet and dry roads compared to leading competitors.
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Use pressure washers on tyres with care
4 Feb 2020
Take care when using a self-service car wash. Weather and road conditions during winter lend a patina of filth to many cars during the winter months, but tyre maker Continental warns that DIY car washes can be punishing to tyres.
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Stena Line reports increased demand for MOT day trips
10 Feb 2020
The ongoing Irish MOT crisis has led to an uptick in demand for so-called MOT day trips from Northern Ireland to Scotland, according to leading ferry company Stena Line.
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Kumho wins first-time OE tyre approval with Audi
30 Jan 2020
We won’t see this vehicle/tyre combination in the UK, but it's nevertheless a red-letter occurrence for Kumho. For the first time ever, Audi is equipping one of its models with Kumho tyres.
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Drivers increasingly choosing all-season tyres
29 Jan 2020
Evidence from a number of sources agrees – UK drivers are increasingly choosing all-season tyres. Earlier this month, GfK data found that all-season tyre sales have shot up 19 per cent in terms of value and 13 per cent in terms of volume during 2019.
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