The subsidiary of the American trailer components supplier showcased systems for tyre pressure monitoring and solar power generation specifically for semi-trailers.

The company launched the second generation EnduRace RAT 2 truck tyre range. Available in 315/70 size for 22.5-inch rims, Apollo claims the tyre offers a 5% increase in mileage and a 10% increase in rolling resistance and traction when compared to its previous generation of tyres.

During a pilot programme, retreading services and warranty programme will be provided to fleets operating TBR (Truck, Bus, Radials) Normal Load (NL) tyres through authorised Indag retreaders in the three key state markets of Delhi NCR, Rajasthan, and Maharashtra.

The “Krone Trusted Tyre Comfort” (KT231) tyre will feature a reinforced carcass and a widened tread depth (18mm), with a low rolling resistance. Krone claims that this product offers a cost advantage of up to 35 percent compared to competitive products on the market.

Over 200 exhibitors gathered at this past Road Transport Expo (RTX), which took place from the 28th-30th of June at the NAEC Stoneleigh, in Warwickshire, UK. The T&BB team was out in full force to bring you all the latest news from the show.

Available in 8 different sizes, the tyre is now available for purchase and has been designed to help fleet owners meet regional haul demands in both tandem and spread axle trailer applications.

Called ‘nMotion’, this line of products works either in tandem with or separately from ConMet’s ‘Preset Plus’ wheel-end hub motors to deliver auxiliary power.

The joint venture’s first facility will be located in Uddevalla, Sweden - once fully operational, it will recycle 34,500 tons of used tyres, which is reportedly equal to 40% of Sweden’s annual tyre waste volume.

Siemens will supply its newest iterations of the long-running ‘Simatic’ line of PLCs (i.e., industrial computers) and will train Continental engineers in the use of its ‘Totally Integrated Automation Portal’.

Giti – a strong brand name in the Far East - is gaining ground in Europe and is ready with tested proven tyres for the fast expanding electric CV market.

Sales and operating profit increased YoY by 17.5 percent and 9.9 percent, respectively, thanks to increased demand for large-diameter tyres.

Apollo explains that as part of the company’s digital strategy to implement Industry 4.0 technology into its systems and processes, the Digital Innovation Centre will also use the latest in new age technologies.