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NEWS Improved choice and new accolades for Vredestein winter tyre ranges Wintrac and Wintrac Pro available in 23 new dimensions; acclaimed for ‘exemplary’ performance Apollo Tyres is significantly broadening its portfolio of award-winning Vredestein winter tyres this year with the launch of products in 23 new dimensions. Available in diameters from 15 to 22 inches, the new tyres are suitable for compact, family cars and SUVs (Wintrac), and high-performance cars and SUVs (Wintrac Pro). The arrival of the new products coincides with a host of new accolades for the Vredestein winter ranges, conferred by leading European tyre testers. The latest Vredestein Wintrac, which is being launched in 11 new sizes, is engineered to deliver confidence-inspiring grip on snow- and ice-affected roads. Available for 15- and 16-inch wheels, the Wintrac features a new-generation high-density silica compound that extends tyre life up to an additional 10,000km compared to the previous-generation tyre. There is a 10% improvement in resistance to aquaplaning thanks to improved tread design, and 5% more rubber in contact with the road significantly improves grip on wet and snow surfaces. The Vredestein Wintrac Pro range, which provides unrivalled performance in the harshest weather conditions at speeds of up to up to 300km/h, is expanded this year with the launch of 12 new dimensions for wheels 17- to 22-inches in diameter. Compared to its predecessor, the latest Wintrac Pro offers 15% better handling in the snow and 10% better braking in the wet, and has a speed rating of Y in most sizes. Podium places in leading winter tyres tests Both the Wintrac and Wintrac Pro have performed exceptionally well in a number of leading group tyre tests, establishing the superiority of Apollo Tyres and its Vredestein products in extreme environments. In Autobild’s largest winter tyre review where 50 products were tested, the Wintrac achieved third place overall; praised for its “convincing all-round talent with dynamic driving characteristics on wet and dry roads, precise steering response, and low rolling resistance.” The Wintrac also placed third in Auto Motor und Sport’s 2021 winter test, with the German automobile magazine recognising the popular Vredestein tyre in particular for its ‘performance-price’ characteristics. The Wintrac beat products from a host of leading European tyre makers, and received a ‘very good’ overall rating. The Wintrac Pro has also won recent acclaim, finishing third overall in the AutoBild Sportscars test of winter tyres, receiving an ‘exemplary award’ for “convincing all-round talent with very good winter and wet qualities, stable wet and dry handling, and low price level.” Additionally, the Wintrac Pro finished fourth overall in the recent AutoBild Allrad test of SUV winter tyres, winning praise for being a “winter specialist with good performance on wet and snowy roads,” and for its “short snow and wet braking distances, high aquaplaning safety, and [its low] price.” In a collaboration between European car clubs, Allgemeiner Deutscher Automobil-Club (ADAC), Europe’s largest motoring association and Touring Club Suisse (TCS), the largest Mobility Club in Switzerland, tested both of the Vredestein winter tyre ranges against leading rivals. The Wintrac finished fourth overall, performing well on wet and snow, and achieved first place for its grip on ice. Labelled “very recommendable” by the TCS reviewers, the Wintrac impressed TCS for being a “very balanced tyre”, for its durability, and for its low fuel consumption compared to rivals. The Wintrac Pro also performed well and was praised for its performance on both snow and ice, as well as on dry and wet surfaces. Like the Wintrac, it performed well in fuel consumption tests. In Auto Zeitung, the Wintrac Pro outperformed other tyres in wet and icy conditions. In particular, the tyre impressed the testers with the best traction and deceleration in the snow, as well as extremely high grip levels in the wet. The German publication said the Wintrac Pro tyre is ‘Highly recommended’ and also named it the “price-performance champion.” Daniele Lorenzetti, Chief Technology Officer at Apollo Tyres, said: “The winter segment is highly competitive and Vredestein products remain in high demand thanks to our continued focus on innovation and performance, and our investment in design and materials. These new tyres are engineered to tackle some of the very worst winter conditions, and it’s very rewarding to see the efforts of our R&D team recognised by some of the leading tyre testers in Europe.” 22 THE GARAGE 22,23 Verdestein Yuasa.indd 1 18/11/2021 15:56
NEWS Traction gained as GS Yuasa’s new motive battery range hits the materials handling market The first container of GS Yuasa’s brand-new Traction batteries has landed in the UK. Delivered late last month to the Bristol-based Battery Technologies UK Ltd, the specialist 2 Volt traction batteries are new to GS Yuasa’s European offering and developed specifically for the traction market. GS Yuasa’s new range of batteries has been designed for use in applications ranging from forklift trucks to materials handling equipment and floor cleaning machines. 24, 48 and 80 Volt solutions are available utilising GS Yuasa’s specialist 2 Volt traction cells to offer high performance and minimal maintenance. GS Yuasa batteries are trusted by engineers worldwide for use in a wide variety of applications. Their superior quality supplies power for millions of systems which enable everyday life such as telecommunications, banking and grid power support. Mike Broom, Director at Battery Technologies UK Ltd, a traction battery specialist and distributor of GS Yuasa Traction batteries said: “Our experience with Yuasa batteries has always been overwhelmingly positive – when we first heard about the new GS Yuasa Traction Range we knew it was something we could confidently put our name to and supply to our customers.” The new range is a fully plug and play solution, meaning it can be easily integrated into a wide range of applications. All batteries are supplied in a high durability, dip coated tray, manufactured to DIN/EN 60254-2 standards, with both DIN and BIS sizes available. Individual cells and a broad range of accessories are also available. Jonathan Wrigley, OEM & OES Sales Manager for GS Yuasa Battery Sales UK Ltd added: “We’re delighted to bring our reputation for high-quality products to such an exciting market. The GS Yuasa Traction batteries are a welcome addition to our range, offering long service life and minimal maintenance.” Businesses overwhelmingly demand reliability so we’re proud to be able to bring our unparalleled reputation for quality and reliability to the materials handling market.” An optional Air-Mix system enhances electrolyte mixing, prolonging service life and reducing the risk of stratification and premature battery failure. The system brings a number of additional benefits including a 20% reduction in energy consumption during charging and reducing overall charge times by 30%. A fully integrated filling solution makes maintenance quick and easy while an optional LED indicator means electrolyte levels can be checked with just a glance. THE GARAGE 23 22,23 Verdestein Yuasa.indd 2 18/11/2021 15:57
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NEWS<br />
Traction<br />
gained as<br />
GS Yuasa’s<br />
new motive<br />
battery range<br />
hits the<br />
materials<br />
handling<br />
market<br />
<strong>The</strong> first container of GS Yuasa’s brand-new Traction batteries has landed in the UK. Delivered late last<br />
month to the Bristol-based Battery Technologies UK Ltd, the specialist 2 Volt traction batteries are<br />
new to GS Yuasa’s European offering and developed specifically for the traction market.<br />
GS Yuasa’s new range of batteries has been<br />
designed for use in applications ranging<br />
from forklift trucks to materials handling<br />
equipment and floor cleaning machines.<br />
24, 48 and 80 Volt solutions are available<br />
utilising GS Yuasa’s specialist 2 Volt traction<br />
cells to offer high performance and minimal<br />
maintenance.<br />
GS Yuasa batteries are trusted by<br />
engineers worldwide for use in a wide<br />
variety of applications. <strong>The</strong>ir superior quality<br />
supplies power for millions of systems which<br />
enable everyday life such as telecommunications,<br />
banking and grid power support.<br />
Mike Broom, Director at Battery<br />
Technologies UK Ltd, a traction battery<br />
specialist and distributor of GS Yuasa<br />
Traction batteries said: “Our experience<br />
with Yuasa batteries has always been<br />
overwhelmingly positive – when we first<br />
heard about the new GS Yuasa Traction<br />
Range we knew it was something we could<br />
confidently put our name to and supply to<br />
our customers.”<br />
<strong>The</strong> new range is a fully plug and play<br />
solution, meaning it can be easily integrated<br />
into a wide range of applications. All<br />
batteries are supplied in a high durability,<br />
dip coated tray, manufactured to DIN/EN<br />
60254-2 standards, with both DIN and BIS<br />
sizes available. Individual cells and a broad<br />
range of accessories are also available.<br />
Jonathan Wrigley, OEM & OES Sales<br />
Manager for GS Yuasa Battery Sales UK<br />
Ltd added: “We’re delighted to bring our<br />
reputation for high-quality products to such<br />
an exciting market. <strong>The</strong> GS Yuasa Traction<br />
batteries are a welcome addition to our<br />
range, offering long service life and minimal<br />
maintenance.”<br />
Businesses overwhelmingly demand<br />
reliability so we’re proud to be able to bring<br />
our unparalleled reputation for quality and<br />
reliability to the materials handling market.”<br />
An optional Air-Mix system enhances<br />
electrolyte mixing, prolonging service life<br />
and reducing the risk of stratification and<br />
premature battery failure. <strong>The</strong> system brings<br />
a number of additional benefits including<br />
a 20% reduction in energy consumption<br />
during charging and reducing overall charge<br />
times by 30%. A fully integrated filling<br />
solution makes maintenance quick and<br />
easy while an optional LED indicator means<br />
electrolyte levels can be checked with just<br />
a glance.<br />
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