South African tyre manufacturer Firestone has announced the launch of its new Multihawk tyre which will become its core General Use (GU) product for the foreseeable future. The Multihawk replaces the F900, which is being phased out in all sizes except the 12-inch ‘trailer-size’ tyres. The Multihawk also supplants the venerable S211, which has been [...]
Bridgestone has reminded holidaymakers that observation of the road surface when driving is the most effective way to reduce road damage to tyres. Romano Daniels, Bridgestone South Africa’s General Manager of Group Communications and Marketing, said that South Africa’s roads present some unique challenges. “We know that there is a backlog in South African road [...]
Bridgestone South Africa has reminded motorists to only use reputable fitment centres and be aware of safety-critical aspects when having new tyres fitted. Romano Daniels, General Manager of Group Communications and Marketing, said that tyres are safety-critical items which should only be mounted by properly-trained personnel. “Avoid the temptation to use backyard mechanics or non-specialists [...]
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More than 120 Bridgestone employees across South Africa have tackled the final hurdle of the driving skills initiative promoting the FIA’s Make Cars Green campaign. Having already attended the seminar and practical on-road training, the trainees recently attempted the practical on-road driving test. The test is a 40 to 50-minute drive on public roads, under [...]
Inaccurate tyre gauges could be costing you money and risking your safety. This is the message from Romano Daniels, Bridgestone South Africa’s General Manager of Group Communications and Marketing. “Inflating your tyres to the correct pressures ensures you get the best lifespan and safety out of your tyres,” said Daniels. “If your tyres are over-inflated, [...]
Employees of SA tyre manufacturer Bridgestone are already reporting positive results after they hit the road with new driving skills as part of the Make Cars Green campaign. The campaign, which was devised by the FIA, is sponsored internationally by Bridgestone Japan, and consists of ten ‘greener motoring’ tips, five of which relate directly to [...]
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Romano Daniels, Bridgestone General Manager Marketing and Communications, said that a tyre was a highly complex piece of technology, manufactured to exacting standards. “Motorists expect tyres to continue performing at the same level they did when fitted as new to the vehicle, but this is largely dependant on correct maintenance,” he said. Daniels said that [...]
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