Continental Tyre Group, a wholly owned subsidiary of Continental AG, today announced the acquisition of R&J Strang Tyre Services Ltd. in Scotland, in a further step to strengthen Continental’s overall commercial fleet service offering across the UK and Ireland. Founded in 1995, R&J Strang is a very successful family-run business… Read more »
FTA reacts to omission of vans from 10 year tyre ban consultation
FTA, the leading trade body, has expressed concern at the Government’s proposals to tighten tyre safety standards for lorries, buses and minibuses, but not for commercial vans. In response to the publication of the consultation, James Firth, FTA’s Head of Road Freight Regulation Policy, commented: “FTA is calling for the… Read more »
FTA’s reaction to government research and consultation on 10 year tyre ban
The Department for Transport published research on 12th June 2019 into aging tyres to support a consultation on banning 10-year-old tyres from use on buses, coaches, heavy goods vehicles and mini-buses. In response, James Firth, Head of Road Freight Regulation at FTA (Freight Transport Association), commented: “Given the amount of… Read more »
Fuller Tyres joins Conti360° Network
Fuller Tyres has been named as the latest partner to join the Conti360° Network, expanding the group’s offering to ensure unrivalled commercial vehicle aftercare services across the UK. The Conti360° network is part of Continental Tyres’ extensive Conti360° Fleet Services, a European-wide network of Conti360° partners offering high quality standardised… Read more »
How retreading reduces environmental impact
With environmental consciousness front of mind across the transport industry and society as a whole, commercial fleet operators work hard to reduce fuel consumption, to meet strict legal requirements and help lower overall driving costs. When it comes to tyres, one of the most effective ways operators can lessen environmental… Read more »
Independent warehousing and logistics entrepreneur commences visionary energy project
An independent warehousing and logistics entrepreneur, who is the third-generation owner of a renowned national warehousing and distribution company, is commencing work on a visionary energy project which will revolutionise not only his own business model but those of businesses across the UK. Mark Pepper, CEO, Carlton Forest Group in… Read more »
Continental tyres clock up 659,000 kilometres for H&L Transport
Haulage contractor, H&L Transport, which operates major contracts with Gist, has found switching to Continental Tyres from a previous premium brand has brought real benefits. Checks on the original fitting dates for recently removed Continental HD3 315/80 drive axle tyres, taken off a Scania 490hp 6×2 mid-lift tractor unit, showed… Read more »
FTA’s initial reaction to Government Consultation on 10 year tyre ban
The government announced yesterday (26 February 2019) that it will consult on options to ban 10-year-old tyres from use on buses, coaches, heavy goods vehicles and mini-buses to help keep road users safe. In response, Christopher Snelling, Head of UK Policy at FTA (Freight Transport Association), commented: “Given the amount… Read more »
Construction industry specialist praises Michelin tyres
Construction industry specialist Biker Group is reporting savings of up to £80,000 a year on fuel costs and tyre-related downtime after adopting a 100 per cent Michelin policy. Rolling resistance data provided by the manufacturer – and verified by the firm – shows the efficiencies given by the Michelin X… Read more »
Armstrong Richardson equips HGV fleet with Michelin Tyres
Animal feed wholesaler, Armstrong Richardson, along with its sister company C&C Horse Transport, is moving its 50-strong truck fleet to a 100 per cent Michelin new and Remix tyre policy, after a side-by-side comparison projected savings of more than £60,000 a year. Trialling a set of Michelin Remix X Multi… Read more »
