Farmers Encouraged To Recycle Used Tyres At New Bring Centres
IFA Environment Chairman Thomas Cooney has welcomed the announcement by Environment Minister Denis Naughten of bring centre dates for the recycling of used tyres by farmers. Thomas Cooney said, “In July IFA secured a commitment from Minister Naughten that he would make available at least €700,000 to support the farming community to sustainably manage old […]
Michelin Urges Motorists To Get A Grip This Winter
Now is the time to prepare your car for the Winter conditions that lie ahead, tyre manufacturer Michelin advises. In winter, as temperatures head into single figures, the advice is that motorists would fit tyres designed specifically for winter conditions with compounds that remain flexible to improve grip and braking. In this respect, […]
Cost Of Driving On Under-inflated Tyres Rising – Michelin Says
The cost of driving on under-inflated tyres has risen over an 18-month period, in line with the cost of fuel – according to tyre manufacturer Michelin. In a statement, the Company says tyre pressures have a direct impact on a vehicle’s fuel economy, with under-inflation increasing both fuel usage and carbon emissions, whilst also posing […]
Good Weather Forecast Brings Driving Dangers – AA
With the mercury set to rise for the weekend the AA is warning drivers that hot summer weather can cause problems for cars. AA Rescue is expecting an increase in breakdowns caused by over heating or tyre issues, and more seriously there are road safety concerns. “Hot weather can make life hard for a driver.” […]
Michelin Unveils Crossclimate+ Tyres
Timely news for Irish motorists is the announcement by Michelin of its plans to expand its range of summer tyres with winter capabilities with the introduction of CrossClimate+ fitments, built to offer improved traction on snow-covered roads. Soon to be launched in 15 to 18-inch sizes initially, the CrossClimate+ tyres are designed to counter the […]
Prepare Now For Winter Motoring Conditions – Mitchelin Advises
Now is the time to prepare your car for the Winter conditions that lie ahead, tyre manufacturer Michelin advises. Against the backdrop of survey results conducted by them showing that sixty per cent of motorists drive with tyres that are underinflated, it is noted that, with normal tyres, low temperatures can harden the tread, […]
Motorists To Be Hit €80 Fine And Given 2 Penalty Points For Defective Tyres
There will be tougher penalties for Motorists who are caught driving with defective tyres, from Sundaymotorists will receive an €80 fine and hit with penalty points if they are driving with unsafe tyres. It is understood drivers will recieve two points on the spot if they for pay up immediately, however they will receive four […]
RSA Study Gets Michelin Support
Tyre manufacturer Michelin is supporting the Road Safety Authority (RSA) and its efforts to raise public awareness of the importance of tyre safety. In an analysis by RSA of fatal road accidents occurring in Ireland between 2008 and 2012 just published, defective tyres were identified as the largest single ‘vehicle factor’ involved. As part of […]
Don’t be Tricked – Treat Tyres Properly This Hallowen
TRACS (Tyre Recovery Activity Compliance Scheme) is asking members of the public not to burn waste tyres this Halloween. It is also advising retailers that giving waste tyres to be used on bonfires is against tyre industry best practice, is illegal and pollutes the atmosphere. Many people will be starting to collect material for Halloween […]
