Incorrect tyre pressure in 64% of passenger cars
In 2020, 64 percent of passenger cars were driving with at least one car tyre under-inflated. This is evident from a study of tyre pressure by the engineering firm M+P. In 2019, this was still 47 percent. Measurements The engineering firm carries out the measurements on behalf of the Ministry of Infrastructure and the Environment, […]
Read moreBridgestone develops new tyre technology platform
Bridgestone, together with Arlanxeo and Solvay, introduces TechSyn, a new jointly developed tyre technology platform for high performance and environmentally friendly tyres. Less wear TechSyn combines chemically optimised synthetic rubber with tailor-made silica. They react with each other on a molecular level, which ensures excellent performance without compromise. The three companies developed all materials in […]
Read moreDriving with airless tyres might soon be reality according to the Michelin Uptis propotype.
With the introduction of the Uptis (Unique Puncture-proof Tyre System), Michelin is taking a leap into the future. Car tyres without air would have revolutionary benefits. Tyre pressure is one of the most important factors for car tyres nowadays, but at the same time also the only factor which can neither be influenced or controlled […]
Read morePopularity of all-season tyres continues to rise
The amount of All-Season tyres on the road continues to grow. That’s the most important conclusion made from the four-season tyre test conducted annually by AutoWeek in collaboration with the German AutoBild. More and more motorists are opting for this compromise of summer and winter tyres. Because it still is; a compromise of summer and […]
Read moreCurrent winter tire obligation in Europe
The regulations on the obligation of winter tires and snow chains in Europe are constantly changing. Here you can download the most current overview of Winter obligation legislation. The overview consists of two parts: 1. Regulations for winter tires for passenger cars, vans and light commercial vehicles (≤ 3,500 kg); 2. Regulations for winter tires […]
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