Many experts now think and believe that the world is heading toward a recession. However, that has not affected the prices of Chinese tires. As of now, raw material and finished goods supply chains are working rapidly and emerging from historic bottlenecks. This has finally given Chinese tyre manufacturers an excellent opportunity to supply tires…
Automechanika Dubai is the single largest international trade show when it comes to the automotive aftermarket industry, as far as the wider Middle East and the African regions are concerned.
The 19th edition of this game-changing trade show was held in November 2022. It attracted a cross-section of new and returning exhibitors from around 55…
PSI or ‘pounds per square inch’ is the numerical value that denotes the air pressure in the tyres of a vehicle. As a general rule, many, if not most vehicles’ operating manuals recommend tyre pressure between 31 to 35 PSI for optimum mileage, long life, and stability even at high speeds.
However, the above doesn’t…
In the world of car maintenance, you might have heard about "tyre retreading" and wondered what it is and whether it's safe. This process has been around for a long time, but it's still unclear to many. Let's explore tyre retreading, its safety, benefits, and things to keep in mind.
Understanding Tyre Retreading
Tyre retreading…
When you purchase a 4wd vehicle, you are setting yourself up for the 4WD lifestyle. Your choice of tyres will be dependent on the usage of your vehicle.
HT Tyres
If you use your 4WD vehicle almost entirely on the road then it might be a good idea to consider a set of Highway Terrain or…
Lower freight charges are one of the key reasons behind a steep drop in Chinese tyre prices. These freight costs have been decreasing steadily over the last few months and have contributed significantly to a gradual increase in foreign orders for Chinese tire makers and traders.
In fact, it has been observed that the slow…
The majority of commodities are shipped around the world by water, and since the epidemic, the global freight market has been unstable and unreliable. The surge in freight is due to several factors, including the shutdown of some ports, a scarcity of containers, and the worldwide petroleum crisis. The rates for freight have tripled from…
As COVID 19 has reared its head again, Shanghai and other Chinese ports have been put under pandemic-related restrictions. While the ports are open for business, the lack of manpower is leading to prolonged waiting periods for the vessels at these ports.
This backlog has led to a drop in the availability of transoceanic container…
Damaged tyres are not just aesthetically unappealing, they are downright dangerous as well. If you are not careful, your damaged tire/s can lead to major inconvenience/s – or worse.
In fact, there are many things that can go wrong with your tires. While some of the damage is repairable, the rest is not. Let us…
Your tires are critically important for the safety and reliability of your fleet. Using old, worn-out, or even wrong-sized tires can cause a major mishap. This is why it is imperative that you take extra care of your tires.
1. Check the Threads
If the threads on your tires look faded and the tire itself…
From passenger vehicles to commercial trucks, tyres are the foundation of global transport. The world’s top tyre manufacturers do more than just produce rubber—they power mobility, fuel economies, and define standards of safety, performance, and value.
In this blog, we look at the top 25 tyre brands based on 2022 revenue, while also understanding where…
The Lockdown in China has put up restrictions on the movement of truck shipments due to the spread of the Covid-19. The truck shipments are carrying crucial components for the factories and different kinds of products for the ports. By blocking the truck shipments there could be a delay in the manufacturing of new products.…
