World premiere of Extreme E electric SUV with Continental tyres at Goodwood Festival of Speed
Two new Continental tyre types, specially developed for the off-road racing series Extreme E, made their global debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. Designed for the world’s toughest driving conditions, the new tyres, complete with summer and winter tyre technologies, were presented to the public along with the unique electric sports utility vehicle
New Dunlop Rover M/T Maxx Traction 4WD Tyre Launched in Australia
Recently launched in Australia, the Dunlop Rover M/T Maxx Traction tyre is an on- and off-road 4WD tyre with sidewall styling to match its bold performance. Thanks to its Asymmetric Integrated Tread Pattern, the Rover M/T Maxx Traction helps deliver outstanding performance on multiple surfaces.
Gall Boys put new Toyota FJ Cruiser with Dunlop Grandtrek Tyres to the Test
The adoption of 17-inch wheels wrapped in Dunlop Grandtrek AT22 all-terrain rubber as Original Equipment and short overhangs – 865mm at the front and 1115mm at the rear – also contribute to the FJ Cruiser’s off-road prowess.
The Gall Boys choose Goodyear Wranglers for Coral Coast adventure
“Our latest “Queensland’s Coral Coast” adventure was up there with some of the most rugged we have done. We had Goodyear’s MT/R Kevlar tyres on the tow vehicle, with Wrangler Silent Armors on the caravans, which all proved to be faultless for us.”
SUV Tyres – What’s The Right Size And Should It Be On Or Off Road Tyres?
According to the Choice survey results 95 per cent of SUV owners decided to purchase tyres designed for road and light off-road use, whilst the remaining 5 per cent decided to buy tyres designed for serious off-road use
BFGoodrich Tyres Supports Authorised 4×4 Tyre Dealers
BFGoodrich Tyres Australia focusing on the benefits of buying tyres from an authorised dealer, including a product range designed for local conditions, expert technical advice and after sales support, as well as the peace of mind of a six year manufacturer’s warranty backed by BFGoodrich Tyres.
Goodyear Wrangler MTR with Kevlar's Make Light Work of 9000KM Cape York Adventure
Doug and his team rocked and rolled over numerous wombat hole sections which really tested the tyres and suspension, including driving up and down near vertical entry and exits on the numerous creek and river crossings, some with rocky bottoms and others very sandy. “To say we are over the moon with the MTR with Kevlar tyre is an understatement,” Doug said.
Spirit of Africa Once Again Chooses Goodyear Wranglers as Standard Issue
Hosted by legendary racing driver, Sarel van der Merwe, the elimination round of this year’s Spirit of Africa took place on a course that is longer and more difficult than in prior years, putting the 250 teams through their paces in a host of exercises that include speed tests, reverse tests as well as technical driving in rough terrain.
Coming Soon to Australia: BFGoodrich Tires Toughest All-Terrain Tyre!
BFGoodrich Tires, the company that created the first all-terrain tyre in 1976, is set to welcome its most advanced tyre ever with the new All -Terrain T/A® KO2 tyre. From April the tyre will begin to be delivered to BFGoodrich Tires’ authorised dealerships across Australia.
Hankook Scores Porsche OE Deal
“Our flagship tyre is also outfitted with innovative technologies and sophisticated designer features for high performance SUVs and we are excited that Porsche, another German premium automobile manufacturer, shows its confidence in our products as original equipment”
New Car Sales Up 3.5% YTD
“While small passenger car sales fell 13.8 per cent, the segment continues to attract the most buyers, holding 19.8 per cent of the new car market in April 2015 and 21.1 per cent year-to-date. Large SUVs held 12.9 per cent of the new car market in April, medium SUVs held 12.1 per cent, 4×4 light commercial vehicles held 11.6 percent and small SUVs held 10.1 per cent.”
General Tyres extends Grabber range
Developed to meet the specific needs of SUVs and Utes requiring a good balance between on-road safety and performance with off-road capability, Grabber’s third-generation All-Terrain Tyre (AT3) combines unique TracGen and Comfort Balance Technologies to deliver exceptional traction and off-road capabilities while, Continental says, enjoying maximum comfort and maintaining confident on-road manners.
Pirelli to Provide Tyres for Lamborghini Urus
Pirelli will provide six tyres for Lamborghini’s new Urus, claimed to be the world’s fastest SUV. The size of tyres range from 21 to 23 inches and have been created by Pirelli to best highlight the different functionalities and driving experiences offered by Lamborghini’s first super-SUV. For such an extreme car, which can go from….
4WD tyre tips for outback road trips
You wouldn’t set off on an epic Outback road trip without carrying a spare wheel and tyre, but what if two of your tyres get punctured on the same stretch? That’s not as unlikely as you might think, and could leave you stranded in the middle of nowhere.
Goodyear OE on Volkswagen Touareg
“We are always focused on developing and delivering reliable tyres to our partners, and with the OE tyres for the new Volkswagen Touarag we provided a wide range of fitments and solutions suitable for every season, ensuring comfort and performance in all road and weather conditions throughout the year and improving the driving experience of their customers,”
SUV Sales Hold Up in Lower June Result
The Australian new car market slowed in June compared with the same period in 2017, with the total market down 2.9 per cent, according to the latest data released by the motor industry’s official statistical service, VFACTS. Notably, the three top-selling vehicles during June were light commercial vehicles, with the Toyota Hilux leading the market
