Nine months after signing a three-year tyre-supply deal with Continental Tyres, Lime Logistics and TD Express are enjoying all the benefits that the premium tyre and technology provider can bring. What’s more, by working with their dedicated Continental Account Manager to agree on a combined policy of new and retreaded… Read more »
Continental Tests Tyre Prototypes for E-Trucks at the Contidrom
Electric drives are not only becoming increasingly attractive in the area of individual mobility, but are also experiencing a dynamic development as demand increases in local public transport and freight transportation. Together with leading vehicle manufacturers and technology companies, Continental is working on tyre solutions for these special requirements. The… Read more »
Industry all-rounder makes tyre problems history with TyreWatch TPMS
PJ Thory Ltd, whose diverse operation spans mixed haulage, aggregate supplies, waste management and demolition, has installed a TyreWatch system to monitor and control the tyre maintenance and safety for each tyre on their extensive 8-wheeler HGV fleet. Working with TyreWatch technicians and Prometeon Tyre Group, the agro and… Read more »
Michelin X Multi Energy tyres fuel sustainability drive at Boughey Distribution
Boughey Distribution has become one of the largest fleets in the UK to adopt a Michelin X Multi Energy tyre policy on all new vehicles joining its fleet. The Wardle-based business is set to take advantage of the efficiency and sustainability advantages of Michelin’s first ever regional fuel-saving tyre, specifying… Read more »
Barrett Steel contract extension strengthens partnership with Bandvulc
Nationwide steel stockholder and processer, Barrett Steel, has extended its contract with Continental’s UK-based retread tyre brand, Bandvulc, with a new two-year agreement. The deal will see the two firms clock up nearly 15 years of collaboration, driven by Bandvulc’s cost-effective tyre range and Continental’s Conti360° Solutions’ exceptional customer service…. Read more »
Tyre policy guarantee pays off for Bulmans
Bulmans Bulk & Haulage is specifying Michelin tyres as original equipment on all new trucks, and as replacements across its truck and trailer fleet, after reaping the benefits offered by Michelin’s accidental tyre damage guarantee. The Penrith-based bulk tipping specialist says tyre-related downtime has reduced and longevity increased –… Read more »
Continental and R&J Strang stand the test of time with Patersons Quarries
There’s no question that Scottish aggregates firm, Patersons Quarries, has a strong working partnership with Continental-owned tyre business R&J Strang Tyre Services Ltd. Boasting a staggering 25-year professional affiliation, the pair have recently committed to hitting their pearl anniversary, with a new five-year deal, securing a total three decades of… Read more »
Cement transporter saves on tyres and time with AES workshop solutions
Cris Services Group, the Purfleet-based concrete haulier and commercial repairs specialist, has reduced workshop costs, extended tyre life and cut vehicle downtime since acquiring a Josam wheel alignment system and portable heat inductor from AES UK. With 40 vehicles carrying wet cement for Hanson UK and a mixed fleet… Read more »
D&L Haulage cut tyre costs with smart solution from TyreWatch
Poole, Dorset-based walking floor specialists, D&L Haulage (Dorset) Ltd have always paid for tyre services on an as-and-when basis but not anymore, says the company. These days they’re saving time and money thanks to the TyreWatch tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) and tyre service provider Universal Tyres. “Tyres are… Read more »
Michelin seals new Effitires deal with Gregory Distribution
Gregory Distribution has renewed its Effitires contract with Michelin, citing the total cost of ownership and impressive product quality as key reasons behind extending the deal. Michelin has been the third-party logistics firm’s tyre manufacturer of choice since the 1990s. The new deal will see Michelin’s Services &… Read more »
