Archive for November, 2010
Michelin launches new Pilot Super Sport tyre
Michelin has launched its newest tyre for the ultra high-performance segment, the Pilot Super Sport, at a recent event in Dubai
Top F1 drivers give thumbs up to new Pirelli tyres
2010 Formula One world champion Sebastian Vettel felt the Pirelli tyres were better than expected – Vettel going into the test with an open mind and coming away impressed.
Pirelli Widely Praised on WRC Final
Under the terms of its contract with the FIA, Pirelli was challenged to focus on durability rather than outright performance when developing its PZero, Scorpion and Sottozero range of WRC tyres, albeit without using mousse inserts. It is therefore great testament to the advanced design and meticulous production processes employed by Pirelli that of those 27,995 tyres supplied, only 43 have suffered failures on the punishing terrain encountered on world championship rallies, a percentage of just 0.1536
Foundation Stone Laid for Michelin China Plant
Michelin recently held a foundation laying ceremony for its new Shenyang factory in Liaoning Province, China, marking the official start of work on the Michelin Shenyang Tire expansion project.
Pirelli to test Formula One tyres in Abu Dhabi
The 5.5 kilometres of the Yas Marina circuit in Abu Dhabi played host to Pirelli’s debut as Formula One’s official tyre, where the Italian tyre manufacturer tested 384 tyres over two days of intensive testing.
Pirelli: Satisfactory Start to Abu Dhabi Test
Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates), 19 November 2010. Toro Rosso driver Jaime Alguersuari got Pirelli’s Formula One return underway on the opening day of testing, which took place with all 12 of the teams that compete at the pinnacle of world motorsport.
Pirelli Concludes First Official Test
Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates), 20 November 2010 – Each team today completed an average of 80 laps and 5500 kilometres on the Yas Marina circuit, adding to the total of 5000 kilometres run yesterday, to conclude the first official tyre test for Pirelli: the exclusive Formula One tyre supplier from next year.
Pirelli Formula One Tyres Testing Gets Underway Tomorrow
The Pirelli F1 team, composed of a variety of international personnel, is based in Milan at the Pirelli Tyre Research and Development Centre. This facility is at the heart of the Pirelli Group’s tyre technology, which employs 1000 researchers based in five centres all over the world. Motorsport is the laboratory in which Pirelli has traditionally created some of the most important innovations in the tyre sector, so it is of crucial importance.
Continental celebrates 10 year partnership with Moët et Chandon
To traverse the cellar’s corridors, measuring 28 kilometres in total length, Moët et Chandon uses around 90 forklifts – all currently fitted with Continental SC20 tyres
Goodyear survey reveals European motorists lack tyre knowledge
A study of European motorists has revealed that while the majority of road users are aware of the important role tyres play in road safety, many remain in the dark when it comes to tyre purchasing and maintenance.
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