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Tyre Industry Responsible for Poor Tyre Knowledge-Tread Reader on Twitter

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Tyre Industry Responsible

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Michelin survey: 36% of respondents unsure of legal min. tread depth; 62% don’t know the penalty for illegal tyres. pic.twitter.com/FceWAbI36i

This Tyre Industry Responsible survey does not surprise me at all?

Tyre are the last thing on most drivers minds, as drivers are still under financial pressures and the young drivers would rather buy expensive clothes or spend their money on a good night out.

Sometimes I think that we in the tyre industry moan too much about what the customer knows and should know?
I think it is a good idea to carry out tyre research and we all have to thank Michelin in this instance, but are the results really so surprising?
Many of us in the trade (and that includes me).

 Are to blame for this. Over the years,. We have constantly launched tyres at the public. Hence, most motorists today just see tyres as a consumer product that they buy when they are told that they need one.

Many people who read my blogs are in the tyre retail industry and this means that we can all relate to the same or similar problems. For some reason, the tyre industry have failed to educate the public in the safety aspect of their tyre products.


Each manufacturer brings out a new tyre and promotes it the same as skin cream or perfume, but never really explains exactly what a tyre is all about. Take a recent innovation: run-flat tyres. As far as I know, they were just brought out and fitted to cars as original equipment. Nothing was explained what the tyre safety features were?

Tyre Industry Responsible

I remember the days when “features and benefits” were a buzz word in the tyre industry, but now it is more about market share. Would it have hurt the industry to put out informational facts in the press or on TV,

Even such programmes as “Top Gear”, could have done a piece about run-flat tyres. The majority of tyre manufacturers will be producing new styles of safety tyres, and some new car models will come with them. Things like this would have educated the public as to why these tyres were so expensive.


We, as tyre retailers, have all this to put up with?
To be truthful, we don’t really mind. Consequently, I do think that the tyre industry. Particularly the manufacturers. Hence, it should play a bigger part in helping to educate motorists. what tyres are really about. Therefore, they should be looked after more carefully. I am thinking about tyre pressures and how to check their tread depth.

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Bald tyres like these that were changed on a very nice BMW really make me angry, but are now commonplace

We here at Pellon Tyres experience these problems on a daily occurrence.

Drivers have very busy lives and should be made more aware. Thus the importance of their tyres. Cars are getting bigger?

I am thinking about SUV’s here; more and more young drivers, including many ladies, are now drivers.
Should we be targeting this age group and gender group? Who are the drivers of the future?

Tyre Industry Responsible

It does concern me about the number of our customers who do not even know their tyre size. But worse of all the large number of tyres that we are removing that are worn down to the steel cords,.


I do appreciate that we have now got Tyresafe working on this problem, but the tyre manufacturers are leaving all the hard work to the tyre retailers, and most of them have staff that are not trained and, in some cases, know practically nothing about tyres except how to fit them?
But that’s another story.
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Goodyear Innovations

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Goodyear Innovations

Goodyear Innovations

Goodyear Innovations

At Goodyear we’ve been driven by innovations since 1898. Find out more about our work at the leading edge of research and development.

Goodyear Innovations have always been at the leading edge of tyre technology, including the development of the futuristic tyre, the “Biolsoprene” concept tyres.

Goodyear Tyres have always been a favourite of mine, mainly because I worked for them for a number of years, managing some of their retail tyre depots.

“We’re also working hard on more environmentally-friendly products, with the BioIsopreneTM concept tyre—a tyre made of renewable biomass”—unveiled at the 2012 Climate Conference in Copenhagen.
Goodyear innovations. Have always kept the giant tyre company in the world’s leading positions.

Goodyear Rubber Company history.

So, it shows that they were there right at the beginning. Thus, when tyres and the vulcanization of rubber were in there early stages,. Consequently, in 1839, Charles Goodyear accidentally discovered how to vulcanize rubber. Which could be later made into tyres. Of course, and other rubber products.
In more recent times,.  Goodyear introduces two notable advances in tyre design. Hence,Tiempo. The first all-season tyre and the revolutionary fuel-saving.  Elliptic tyre.

Goodyear Innovations

Goodyear Ultragrips were developed from their involvement with the rally car scene and in the 1970’s they came out with the Goodyear Grand Prix X tyres, famous for the new word out at the time “aquaplaning”.

This made drivers aware of the dangers of driving on wet roads and the need for their tyres to be able to get rid of the surface water to allow the tyre tread to grip the road. In 1992, Goodyear introduced the first run-on-flat tyre for the Chevrolet Corvette.

allowing the driver to continue the journey after a puncture or other tyre deflation.
In 2004, assurance tyres featuring TripleTred and ComforTred technology were introduced. These are just a few of the Goodyear innovations over the years.

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Goodyear Ultragrips

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Goodyear Ultragrips

Goodyear Ultragrips

Goodyear Ultragrips
Goodyear Ultragrips

Last rally in our (Barry Musker’s and mine) Anglia . it was all working by now and even NEW tyres Goodyear Ultragrips . we are car 72 now!! a very icy…

Goodyear Ultra-Grip Tyres: Revolutionising UK Roads for the Winter Season

Winter driving safety made major progress when Goodyear released their Ultra-Grip tyres on the UK market.

The Ultra-Grip series, which is well-known for its cutting-edge design and superior winter performance, became quite popular among drivers in the UK, especially in regions that frequently experience harsher, colder weather.

Developed especially to improve performance in snow, ice, and slush—conditions that UK drivers frequently encounter during the winter months.

Goodyear’s Ultra-Grip line was introduced in the 1990s. The Ultra-Grip tires were made to keep traction and control even in extremely cold conditions thanks to their unique tread pattern and state-of-the-art rubber compounds.

Goodyear Ultragrips
Goodyear Ultragrips

The use of Goodyear’s unique 3D-BIS Technology-Goodyear Ultragrips

which helps to boost grip through interlocking sipes and create a more stable tread block when driving on ice and snow, is one of the fundamental characteristics that sets Ultra-Grip tyres different. For safe winter driving, this technology offers superior handling and shorter stopping distances.

The arrival of these tyres was well-timed for drivers in the United Kingdom, providing a substitute for conventional summer or all-season tires that prove to be inadequate in severe winter weather.

Goodyear Ultra-Grip became a well-liked option for anyone wishing to boost safety during the coldest months of the year as more drivers realised the value of winter tires.

Thanks to ongoing advancements in compound technology and tread design, Goodyear is able to maintain its leadership position in winter tyre performance, and the Ultra-Grip line is still a reliable choice for drivers in the United Kingdom.

UK drivers can travel through winter with confidence thanks to Ultra-Grip tyres, whether they’re navigating slippery metropolitan streets or snow-covered country routes.

Wow, this image and the words of Goodyear Ultra-Grips take me back to the seventies, when I used to fit tyres on some of the Yorkshire stages for Goodyear. The company that I worked for in those days was Tyreservices.

Goodyear Ultragrips
Goodyear Ultragrips

I was manager at their Huddersfield branch and later at their Halifax branch here in Yorkshire. I have told this story many times. We sponsored a lady rally driver by the name of Krissy Ashford. She drove a Ford Escort Mk2 in the blue and white colours of TyreServices, which were owned by Goodyear tyres.

The tyres she used were-Goodyear Ultragrips

Goodyear Ultra-grip performance. Consequently, these tyres came in a slick and gravel tread pattern (as far as I can remember). Hence, this was also the time of the Mini’s involvement in rallying. She may have been driving on 13-inch Goodyear rally specials that Goodyear provided, and we would fit them for her and swap out the wheels as needed.

Goodyear Ultragrips

We worked from a massive Goodyear truck that was equipped with tyre fitting machines and compressors. We would change the wheels with tyres already built up at our tyre depot in Huddersfield. It was always in winter and freezing cold, but we loved to do this. It was very exciting with all the noise and smells coming from the different rally cars.

I loved the Minis? They were kitted out on 145×10 Goodyear Ultra-grips and were tops either in the forests or on tarmac. One driver told me that he preferred these tyres to the 165/70×10 Goodyear Rally Specials.

The Goodyear’s were great.Goodyear Ultragrips

The Ultra-Grip in 145 x 10 were tops in the forests and on tarmac, it was not much better than the 165 x 10 Rally Special.

Other tyre brands that we heard about in those days were the Dunlop SP 3’s and a bit later, Avon tyres used their Arctic Steel radials. The SP3 and the SP Sports were also very popular for rallying in Minis.

Happy days!!!

Eris Roberts

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Testing General Grabber-ATs

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Testing General Grabber

Testing General Grabber
Testing General Grabber

Testing General Grabber ATs on Freelander 2, Eastern Highlands, Scotland.

Scotland is probably one of the best tyre testing areas of the UK.

Hence, you can guarantee that snow will fall on the upper regions of the mountain ranges.

The General Grabber is famous for its many attributes. As expected, the first thing is that the tyres are not noisy on normal tarmac roads. This has surprised many drivers in the past.

This is because the grabbers have a chunky tread pattern, then our customers think that there will be a noise build up, say in summer when the roads are dry. However, this is not so?

Testing General Grabber

On road tests, the General Grabber’s have have compared favourably with many of he “so-called” road-only tyres. Of course, these tyres are a little noisier. However, the sound difference is negligible.

The Pirelli Scorpion verde, which is a road tyre, comes at 71DB. Compared to the grabber coming in at 74 DB,. As a result, there is not much difference.

The reason behind the low noise level. is the highly-engineered acoustic tread pattern that General Tyres created.

General Grabber ATs: The Anywhere Tyre


The General Grabber ATs are well worth considering whether you’re an off-road enthusiast or you simply want a tyre that can handle the everyday commute and the odd adventure with confidence. The outstanding performance these all-terrain tyres provide both on and off the road makes them a flexible choice for drivers who don’t want to change their tyres with the seasons.

Durability and Design: The General Grabber ATs are particularly notable for their strong construction. They are made to last on muddy trails as well as rough ones. Though polished enough to guarantee a smooth and quiet ride on roads, the tread pattern is aggressive enough to offer outstanding traction in off-road situations. They are therefore the best choice for motorists who deal with a range of driving situations.

All-Weather Performance: The General Grabber ATs perform admirably in a range of weather conditions. Because of the way their tread compound is designed, you won’t need to switch to winter tyres when the weather drops. Open tread shoulders, which give extra off-road traction and water evacuation capabilities, improve this all-weather flexibility.

Safety Features: The General Grabber ATs are designed with stability and control in mind. Reinforced sidewalls on the tyres help to increase durability and enhance cornering and handling performance. Those who like the odd, exciting drive or who run into unforeseen road conditions will find this especially helpful.

Environmentally Friendly Features: General Tyre has tried to make the Grabber ATs less rolling resistant, which lowers fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. Environmentally concerned drivers who wish to reduce their environmental impact without compromising performance or safety will find this to be a blessing.

UK Adventures Await: The General Grabber ATs are so adaptable that they can endure wintertime driving on Scotland’s snowy roads or Wales’s rainy roads. Given the variety of terrains and weather conditions in the UK, they are a great option.

Finally, the General Grabber ATs are a multipurpose travel buddy prepared to take on any road you choose, not just tyres. These tyres are perfect for the daily commuter or the daring spirit since they offer the performance, dependability, and safety you need to boldly take on any terrain or weather.

This and the incredible gripping power

in extreme weather conditions are why the Grabber is very popular. hence, amongst the SUV and 4X4 tyre fraternity.

Finally, these tyres are suitable for fitting on the Range Rover car models.

Video shows the tread self-cleaning, with snow been thrown from the tread. The side profile of the tyre gives it superiority over other similar tyres, especially when on a steering wheel lock.

*New 235/65/R17 General Grabber AT tyres

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Yokohama run-flat sports tyres

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Yokohama run-flat sports tyres

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Yokohama tyres. Are one of the world’s most up and coming tyre companies. Hence, they have achieved this by developing an excellent tyre range available to the public. As a result, this tyre range has been developed. Together,  with the aid of research and development. So, through their involvement in motorsport.

Yokohama once only appealed to the younger, sportier driver.

But it is now acclaimed as one of the best car tyres available. hence, for all classes of driver. naturally, from the sports hatch to the lucrative SUV market.

The news is now out. Yokohama having brought out a new run-flat tyre. Thereby, the Yokohama Advan Sport ZPS run-flat tyres. Like all run-flat tyres that are made. Thus, the Yokohama will have much strengthened sidewalls. Of course, that will allow the car to run on . After a rapid tyre deflation. This enables the driver to drive their car at 50 mph. Thus, for up to 50 miles to get the tyre changed.

Yokohama run-flat sports tyres

Many drivers did not like the idea at first. But they can be a real lifesaver. I especially think that they are now more appreciated. The Yokohama run-flat sports tyres. Therefore, it will run alongside the Yokohama Advan Sport tyres. Which also comes on many German car models. Such as Mercedes, Porsche, and Audi, and now including Bentley cars. Yokohama run-flat sports tyres
The Yokohama run-flats will be fitted on BMW’s in the factory, including the Mini’s, and will be available from Yokohama stockists such as Pellon Tyres in Halifax, Yorkshire, UK.
The new run-flat tyre is manufactured using Yokohama’s latest compound technology, enabling excellent grip and safety to be maintained at all times.

The new tyres will also have specially designed

bead wire on Yokohama Advan Sport ZPS run-flat tyres from Yokohama Tyres ensures that the tyre remains in good contact with the alloy wheel rim when in use. This bead wire, along with the bead filler, ensures that the tyre gives the car a rigid and comfortable ride all the time.
The new Yokohama run-flat sports tyres will just slot in the already impressive range of tyres from this exceptional Japanese tyre manufacturer.
Eric Roberts

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Land Rover Freelander-General Grabber

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Land Rover Freelander-General Grabber Tyres

Land Rover Freelander-General Grabber Tyres

The General Grabber is a tyre that I can’t stop enthusing about. Hence, it is one of those products that sells itself. of course, just like we have Michelin guys who only want to buy Michelin tyres. So we have the General grabber guys.

Of course, I keep writing about them. Because I want all the drivers of SUV’s and 4x4s. Thus, in the Halifax area of the UK, we are the place to buy them from.

General tyres sell themselves. As expected, because of the hilly terrain of Halifax, UK,. Naturally, we have a large number of drivers who own the Land Rover range of vehicles. The general grabber is well known amongst the drivers of these vehicles.

This article will explain why the Land Rover Freelander and General Grabber tyres are a perfect match for each other.


If you are a bit of a vehicle fanatic like I am and you find yourself ensconced here in the rough landscapes of Halifax, you will understand that the perfect set of wheels and tyres may make or break your experience behind the wheel.

Particularly in the United Kingdom, where meteorological conditions have a tendency to surprise us every once in a while. Today, I would like to talk about a great combination that is as perfect as a cup of coffee:

The Land Rover Freelander that has been outfitted with General Grabber tyres is the perfect match.

A brief introduction to the Land Rover Freelander is provided here.
The Land Rover Freelander, a name that is connected with the history of British automobiles, has established itself as a reliable contender among compact sport utility vehicles (SUVs).

The Freelander has been a common sight on the roads and muddy lanes of the United Kingdom ever since it initially appeared on the manufacturing line in 1997 and continued to do so until its final version was released in 2014.

Construction of the Freelander took place in the historic Solihull facility, and it was intended to be suitable for both the rugged terrains of the countryside and the hectic lifestyles of city dwellers. It should come as no surprise that it became a popular among those individuals who required a vehicle that was as adaptable as our unexpected weather!

Why Should You Choose General Grabber Tyres?

Lastly, let’s talk about the tyres, which are the unsung heroes of any automobile.

The General Grabber brand of tyres is well-known for their durability, which is something that is very necessary when you are traversing the steep hills and dales that are found in Yorkshire.

The unrivalled grip and durability that these tyres offer, regardless of the weather, make them a marvel for those individuals who are not afraid to take on a little bit of an adventure.

It doesn’t matter if it’s a chilly Friday or a rainy Wednesday; General Grabber tyres will have you covered no matter what. They have an aggressive tread pattern, which means that mud, snow, and rain are not much of a problem for them. This ensures that they are safe and stable on those back roads that are slick.

The Ideal Working Relationship- Land Rover Freelander-General Grabber Tyres

When the Freelander is equipped with General Grabber tyres, it is as if you had the optimal combination of the two.

This team combines the engineering expertise of the United Kingdom with the tenacity of the United States (General Tyres, despite its global presence, has its roots in the United States), creating a mix that is prepared to take on any challenge.

The way they compliment each other’s abilities is almost as if they were designed specifically for that purpose.

The sophisticated four-wheel-drive system of the Freelander, when paired with the resiliency of the Grabbers, makes for a ride that is both assured and pleasant. This is true whether you are transporting the children to school or going on a weekend excursion to the Peaks.

One with a Regional Twist- Land Rover Freelander-General Grabber Tyres

In Halifax, where the topography may be just as varied as the history of the town itself, this combination ensures that you are well-prepared for a drive that is both safe and entertaining. Imagine driving through the relics of Halifax’s woollen mills or past the Piece Hall, all the while being certain that your reliable Freelander and its Grabber tyres are able to handle the roads with ease.

The Final Thoughts- Land Rover Freelander-General Grabber Tyres

In the United Kingdom, the combination of Land Rover Freelander with General Grabber tyres is something that stands out as particularly noteworthy.

It is a combination that not only provides dependability and performance but also pays homage to the long and illustrious heritage of our automobile industry and to the cutting-edge engineering of today.

If you are interested in upgrading

your ride or simply want to make sure that you are prepared for winter, you should think about purchasing this dynamic duo.

If you make this purchase, you will not only be purchasing excellence; you will also be purchasing a piece of motoring harmony. Are you prepared to go out and purchase some new tyres and hit the road?

Take a trip to the garage in your neighbourhood;

We can have a conversation and get you fixed. It is important to keep in mind that the quality of the journey is more important than simply getting from point A to point B.

Land Rover drivers are always well informed about their vehicles. They know about a tyres qualities. of course whether driving in summer or winter, from sunshine through to extreme weather conditions.

The general Grabber, in all its forms and modifications

can cope with everything the climate has to throw at them. The Land Rover Freelander in the video shows how diverse these tyres are. So they are seen to cope with the mud and water that are in their path.

The original video text from the video is listed below.

Testing my new General Grabber AT 255/60/18 on the Land Rover Freelander 2
It`s not the real off road thing,, but I was alone on a Sunday afternoon in my good clothing. But it looks very promising. On Road it`s perfect. Only a little more road noise as my  Pirelli Scorpions. (100% road tire)