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Tyre firm gives commercial fleet operators more choice

Monday, February 6th, 2012

At a time when fleet managers throughout the United Kingdom are looking more than ever to find increased value in their vehicles, Stapleton’s tyre service has focused their business on providing both improved service and a broader range of tyres from which companies can choose.

Fleet managers are well accustomed to looking for bargains, it may involve looking for cheap van insurance or even discounted service charges, it will certainly involve looking for competitive tyre pricing. Stapleton’s has just won the Tyre Wholesaler of the Year award for the second year running and their leading position in the UK tyre industry has been put down to their “working for the customer” philosophy. They are aware how tough it is for retail customers and they are working hard to meet the needs of the customer quickly and accurately. Stapleton’s can provide a tyre from stock for every commercial van on the road and have a huge portfolio of exclusive mid-range and budget brands that can be sent out faster than ever with deliveries ranging from hourly, three times a day and next day depending on the location of the customer.

Fast delivery is vital to commercial van operators who cannot afford to have vans off the road while they wait for tyres. Stapleton’s stock around 1.2 million tyres, held at twenty-two warehouses and twenty distribution points throughout the United Kingdom. Last year the company added the Maxxis range to its stock which offers the combination of safety, durability and performance that hard pressed commercial van operator’s demand. Stapleton’s has tyres for drivers carrying heavier loads as well as tyres that are designed for driving in the urban environment.

Stapleton’s Managing Director, Yutaka Kimbara, said “The expansion of our van tyre range is a key part of the customer focused ethos that has helped us overcome the less than favourable market conditions of last year. As a round the clock, time pressured operation running a fleet of 275 vans throughout the UK we at Stapleton’s are all too familiar with the challenges tyre retailers face and I’m sure our customers will value this extra choice and value.”

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Tyre specialist offers advice on saving money

Wednesday, June 1st, 2011

A leading tyre manufacturer says that drivers throughout the United Kingdom are collectively wasting millions of pounds each and every year by not driving in a fuel efficient way.

According to research carried out by Continental Tyres the average motorist in the United Kingdom can save themselves around £300 per year simply by using eco-driving techniques. This figure will be even higher for company vans which are covered by commercial vehicle insurance as they will be on the road for longer periods each day. The research suggests that the total amount of wastage in the UK could add up to over £1 billion a year or the equivalent of £19,000 over the lifetime of a motorist. This is based on today’s fuel prices which will increase in the future, meaning the amount wasted will also increase.

Tim Bailey, driving expert at Continental Tyres, said “As fuel costs continue to rise, affordable motoring is a big concern. By making minor alterations to your driving technique and doing regular basic checks such as tyre pressure, motorists can save hundreds of pounds a year. Our research also discovered that over two thirds of motorists are unaware that tyres are now made that improve fuel efficiency through lower rolling resistance.”

Although everyone is concerned about the rising cost of fuel, four out of ten admit to being clueless about eco driving. Continental has developed a new tyre that will save 3% on fuel and increase tyre mileage by 12%. Tyres should be checked every two weeks and driving a van with the correct amount of tyre pressure will mean less rolling resistance and therefore reduced fuel consumption. Incorrect tyre pressure will increase tyre wear and reduce safety. Half of the drivers questioned are worried that further fuel increases will force them off the roads completely despite relying on driving to get to work each day, while four out of five now say they will consider purchasing an electric vehicle to avoid the punitive tax on fuel.

Tags: Continental Tyres, Eco Driving, eco-friendly, electric vehicles, More fuel efficient, Tyres
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Latest tyre can save van drivers money

Wednesday, August 18th, 2010

There is good news for van drivers after it has been revealed that a reduction in fuel consumption of between two and three per cent will be possible, with the latest van tyre from Giti Tire. A saving of this kind could well cover the cost of commercial vehicle insurance over a year. When compared with its predecessor, the new EX achieved the saving through a 10% weight reduction and 15% rolling resistance. The manufacturers say that the production technologies and the materials they have used in the brand new tyre, have enabled them to get these better results.

Managing Director, Richard Lyons, said “With these benefits we present the tyre trade with a convincing argument to position the GT Radial Maxmiler EX higher on the pricing scale than its predecessor, enabling dealers to achieve attractive margins whilst providing their customers with superb value for money.”

But it is not just the benefit at the petrol pump that will attract purchasers to the new product, as Giti Tire also say the new tyres will have improvements in driving comfort, rolling noise and also handling in wet conditions. The silica-based tread compound and bead design will improve both mileage saving and safety. The tyre has been developed especially for the European market. A Commercial van will often be subjected to extreme conditions for express delivery services. A combination of the heavy load and high speed puts severe strain on the sidewalls, treads and steel belts of the tyre. The new tyre bead design and sidewall will generate lower heat when the van is out on the road. At the moment they are currently available in 21 varieties with further dimensions in development.

Eddie Young, head of the Giti Tire Technical Centre says “With the GT Radial Maxmiler EX we developed an innovative commercial van tyre that combines maximum safety reserves with above-average handling characteristics and high comfort, in my opinion, there is nothing that can stop our new tyre from becoming a success.”

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