Michelin will unlock a 30 per cent reduction in CO2 emissions across its Stoke-on-Trent-based logistics fleet this year, after securing 400,000 litres of hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) to use in place of diesel between now and the end of the year. The cleaner burning fuel is projected to save… Read more »
Grant Willman appointed truck tyre sales director
Continental Tyres has promoted its former regional truck tyre general sales manager to the role of truck tyre sales director for the UK and Ireland. The new appointment will see Grant Willman head up Continental Tyres’ truck sales team from its UK headquarters in Datchet. Grant’s career with Continental spans… Read more »
Prometeon Tyre Group and Arclid Transport further cement successful partnership with contract renewal
Cheshire-based Arclid Transport has renewed its agreement with Prometeon Tyre Group for the supply and fitting of premium tyres across its fleet, continuing the successful partnership between the two organisations. The fixed pence per kilometre (PPK) contract covers the entire 95-strong Arclid fleet – consisting of 45 trucks and 60… Read more »
Fuller Tyres backs Continental’s multidisciplinary rubber range
Continental has been at the core of Fuller Tyres’ provision ever since it won its first contract 14 years ago. Initially supplying Continental car tyres into rental fleets at London’s Heathrow and Gatwick airports, Fuller Tyres rapidly grew its operations. Today, the tyre supply and fitment business is arguably one… Read more »
South Wales haulage firm reports huge savings after teaming up with Michelin Connected Fleet
Newport haulier, Jaga Brothers, says it has saved £35,000 in fuel costs across its fleet of 42 trucks and a further £5,600 in tyre replacements on its 130 trailers, after partnering with MICHELIN Connected Fleet. Analysis of vehicle data over a six-month period by MICHELIN Connected Fleet consultants has… Read more »
Prometeon’s newly launched SuperTruck network attracts fleet operators at Road Transport Expo 2023
The Prometeon Tyre Group enjoyed a successful debut at the Road Transport Expo at NAEC Stoneleigh on 28th to 30thJune. Fleet operators were particularly keen to understand how the newly launched UK SuperTruck network can bring real efficiencies to their business. Prometeon Sales Director, Steve Tift, says,’ it was great… Read more »
Eco-readymix moves to Michelin tyre policy to reduce downtime
Wrexham-based business reports major benefits as it transitions entire fleet from budget tyres to MICHELIN’s X Works range Robustness, damage resistance and longevity fuels decision to adopt Michelin tyre policy Concrete, mortar and screed supplier, Eco-Readymix, has recorded a marked reduction in tyre damage and downtime after equipping its fleet… Read more »
Tyre management boost as handheld scanner comes to the UK
AES UK (Automotive Equipment Solutions) has introduced a hand-held tyre scanner which allows commercial vehicle operators, workshops and tyre retailers to quickly and accurately measure tyre tread depth. TreadReader HD (Heavy Duty) is a compact, easy-to-use device which provides full-width tread depth analysis and creates a detailed scan of each… Read more »
Prometeon Tyre Group wins prestigious fleet contract with Hargreaves UK Services
Durham based Hargreaves UK Services have signed a pence per kilometre (PPK) contract with Prometeon Tyre Group for their Bulk Logistics Division. The deal covers Hargreaves extensive fleet of walking floor and tipper artics, together with a specialist eight wheeler rigid fleet. The mixed fleet waste operator transports household waste… Read more »
Michelin training helps Tanvic Tyres future-proof its business and boost customer service levels
Tanvic Tyres has put 25 of its technicians through a bespoke Michelin training course, in order to boost career development amongst its staff and improve the service levels it delivers to customers. The three-day course was designed and delivered by the team at the Michelin Training and Information Centre… Read more »