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UK drivers spend £21.1 billion on service and repair (including tyres) every year

The latest data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) shows that British cars are among the best maintained in the world, with UK motorists spending a collective £21.1 billion a year on servicing and repair.

08.06.2016

Carbon Revolution 100% carbon fibre wheels launch in Europe

Carbon Revolution’s range of one-piece carbon fibre wheels, the CR-9, has been launched onto the European aftermarket. The manufacturer anticipates that its luxury product line, which is lightweight, attractively designed with premium build quality, will entice ultra-high performance vehicle owners at the top end of the market. The wheel’s marketplace positioning is obvious from the CR-9’s pricepoint; prices start around £15,000 for a full set.

08.06.2016

Platform Lift Designed for Big Trucks

Rotary Lift’s V-REX vertical rise, drive-on platform lift is designed to be strong enough to lift large commercial vehicles.

07.06.2016

Michelin expands regional commercial tyre accidental damage guarantee

Michelin has extended its accidental damage guarantee for regional tyres across the UK and Republic of Ireland (ROI) to a wider range of fitments. The company’s X Multi Guarantee now covers 37 tyre sizes, including Michelin’s most popular products on the replacement and original equipment markets. This marks an increase of 34 fitments from the previous scheme – and includes all X Multi and X MultiWay regional tyres, in all available sizes.

07.06.2016

A Volvo concept truck with 30% lower fuel consumption

Almost one-third lower fuel consumption. Volvo Trucks’ new concept vehicle shows how it is possible to drastically boost productivity in long-haul operations. Among the secrets behind these fuel savings are aerodynamic design and lower kerb weight.

06.06.2016

Ferrari storms the International Engine of the Year Awards 2016

Ferrari raced to a memorable victory at this year’s International Engine of the Year Awards, scooping the International Engine of the Year prize for its 3.9-litre bi-turbo V8, found in the Ferrari 488 GTB. See the full results for each category (below)

06.06.2016

Goodyear highlights effects of truck tyre choice on CO2 emissions

Goodyear has added its voice to the debate on the integrated efforts to reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions in the transport industry. The tyre manufacturer points out the effect that recent truck tyre developments have had on significantly reducing CO2 emissions made by commercial vehicles. It also highlights the effectiveness of the EU tyre label in achieving CO2 reduction across the transport industry.

03.06.2016

OPTIMAL expands coil spring portfolio

OPTIMAL has further expanded its range of coil springs and introduced an enhanced product choice for customers. The company says the OE quality range now includes two range options, its AF premium line and the new IF standard line.

03.06.2016

LuK surges ahead

Schaeffler (UK) Ltd has introduced new LuK parts for nearly 1.7 million additional vehicles including 30 LuK RepSets, nine LuK RepSet Pros, eight Dual Mass Flywheels (DMFs) and one LuK cylinder.

03.06.2016

Melett advices on turbocharger oil contamination

Melett has issued some very useful advice on the growing issue of turbocharger failure, especially in relation to the identification of common failures in warranty situations and to provide advice on how to prevent future failures occurring.