Designed for heavy loads in rough terrains, the trailer tyre is initially available in size 385/65R22.5, with 265/70R19.5 planned for Q4 2024.

The company has made the European launch of its new GDL617 Ecoroad truck tyre, launched in size 315/70R22.5. Based on the Giti GDL617, the company announced that the Ecoroad truck tyre has superior rolling resistance, retreadability, improved fuel economy and higher mileage capabilities based on a new tread compound and a tweaked tread pattern.

Malaysia, Singapore and Hong Kong - all are RHD markets i.e. drive on the left - are the first markets to receive Scania's battery electric trucks.

Based in the cloud, the application, which is available to download on any smart device, gives real-time data sets to drivers, owners and operators monitoring tyre health and allowing all work carried out by Giti Service Partners to be logged and visible to the fleets 24/7.

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.

Giti has launched its first A-grade rolling resistance heavy-goods vehicle tyres, The Giti GAR206 and Giti GDR207.

Compared with the Giti GAR820, the GSR236 demonstrates a 30% increase in mileage and wet braking performance, a 20% reduction in noise and improvements in crack, chipping and sidewall protection, enhanced rolling resistance and snow performance.

ALBA W&H Smart City has purchased 15 battery-powered Scania 25L low-entry trucks after winning a new contract for public waste collection in Singapore’s Woodlands-Yishun district. 

Continental has announced it plans to manage part of its purchasing of natural rubber through a digital platform designed to ensure greater transparency and sustainability in the rubber supply chain.

The Land Transport Authority (LTA) of Singapore later this year is expected to start operating a new and specifically designed version of the Alexander Dennis Enviro500 double-deck bus, configured with three doors, two staircases and full low floor.

Giti Tire’s GAU867v1 all-position urban bus tyre range has been updated with core developments targeting Europe’s growing electric bus market.

ENWAY GmbH, a Berlin software developer and Bucher Municipal AG, the Swiss sweeper manufacturer are to commence trials on public roads of a self-driving autonomous utility vehicle in Singapore.