Self-Inflating Goodyear Truck Tyres Now Being Tested in Several Important Markets

There is nothing more troublesome than an annoying puncture when you are out delivering cargo. Unfortunately, most truck owners have accepted the fact that leaks are something that they have to live with. Indeed, since the invention of pneumatic tyres, vehicles have been plagued by those odd pieces of debris that lie inconspicuously on the road but puncture a tyre the moment someone drives over it.

Fortunately, not anymore!

Goodyear is bringing in a brand new self-inflating type of tyre (especially for trucks). It is already undergoing testing in North America, and they are promising to bring it to global markets soon. So, in this blog, let’s take a look at what these new tyres promise to offer.

Getting Rid of The Issue in The First Place

Punctures are inevitable, and although one can use tubeless tyres, it is hard to prevent the slow leaking once the outer casing is breached. No matter where you are, car tyres in Bourne to Bombay suffer from this issue. 

Certain military vehicles use some form of self-inflating technology to increase or decrease the tyre pressure or even re-inflate them from scratch, but this technology hasn't passed on to the mass market yet.

Bringing in a Change

Goodyear is all poised to change that. The Air Maintenance Technology (AMT) is one of their leading R&D sections for years. The AMT presented the idea of a self-inflating tyre at the IAA Commercial Vehicles show (2012) in Germany. Their first prototype was ready by 2012, again at their famous Topeka plant in Kansas, USA. 

Wait, Only For Trucks?

This technology will come first to trucks and other long-haul, weight-carrying vehicles for now. One main reason is their high energy consumption. As compared to a family vehicle, a truck (or even a van) engine generates a lot more power. This additional output can be transferred to the peristaltic pump inside the tyre that will re-inflate it if there’s a puncture.

Another reason why this is only for trucks (for now) is that they are much more prone to severe accidents. Unlike an average passenger vehicle running on a city street, these trucks often cover hundreds of miles on highways where the speed limit is often twice that of a neighbourhood road. A sudden leak will force the driver to pull their vehicle to one side. This increases the chances of an accident, along with the probability of creating congestion on a busy highway. To make sure that doesn't happen, Goodyear is targeting to remove the problem with the heavyweights of the road first. 

Don't worry, though. Like all other innovations, this will soon trickle down to the passenger car tyres.

A Puncture-Free Future?

Yes, you can say that again. However, this entire thing is still under development. There is a whole fleet of trucks equipped with these tyres that are roaming the streets of the US and Canada. Making them market-ready will take around 18 months, and if everything goes right, you will soon see them in your neighbourhood garages which stocks and sells truck tyres, like Bourne Car & Van Hire.

The fact that it works without any external pump or attached gadgets makes it a favourite among the truckers testing them. The entire system is self-contained inside tyres, and reports say that all people involved in the testing are happy and willing to participate in the project in the future too.

Weather Control A005 – Mastering the Journey, No Matter What Season it is?

If you are in love with the road, you know that every season offers something unique. Whether you are driving in winter, monsoon, or summer, the winding roads of the UK is a joy to drive on. However, there is a critical issue that often comes up. Different seasons require different types of car tyres, and changing them twice each year can burn a big hole in your pocket.

Tyre manufacturers always strived to make something that can cater to the traveller in you while withstanding nature’s extremities. Now, this is a challenging endeavour. However, Bridgestone managed to overcome the barrier and create a touring tyre for every season.

• Meet the Control A005

       The Control A005 is Bridgestone’s solution for the touring community who often encounter adverse weather conditions. It was released in May 2018 and won the hearts of many with its sheer performance. It is especially useful for people living in the UK, where the weather stays mildly warm with occasional rains.

• Made for the users, by the users

       The process of creating the perfect Grand Touring tyre started with Bridgestone interviewing approximately 15,000 car owners to know what they expect from a touring, all-season tyre. Also, they learned about what issues they face every day while driving on the road. After that, they went to the drawing board and began designing the tyre. The result was Control A005, developed to bring confidence while tackling diverse weather on highways.

• Performance at its best

      The very first batch of A005 was tested (and certified) by TUV SUD, Europe’s most reputed independent vehicle testing institute. This proves their excellence over their competitors in the market. If you take a look at Control A005 while searching for your new car tyres in Bourne, you will notice that it has a grade ‘A’ EU tyre label in wet grip and grade ‘B’ or ‘C’ in rolling resistance.

Also, these are certified 3PMSF (3 Peak Mountain Snow Flake) tyres, meaning they can easily traverse snow-covered roads.

• A marvel of technology

      The Bridgestone Weather Control A005 gets its class-leading performance and unmatched safety because of its innovative design and tread compound. A brand new Nano Pro-Tech compound replete with high silica content is used to make these tyres. Also, it features V-shaped treads paired with a large number of sipes on the shoulder and crisscrossed grooves. While standard car tyres have smooth ribs running through their entire length, A005’s intersected grooves create a unique overlapped rib.

This unique design along with optimised weight distribution makes sure you get the best fuel efficiency and road grip with minimum tyre wear over time.

• The best partner for your wanderlust

      Very soon you will be able to buy these Bridgestone tyres from certified tyre retailers like Bourne Car & Van Hire. Bridgestone launched Weather Control A005 in May 2018, and they are making them in sizes ranging from 15” to 20”. It already fits more than 90% of passenger cars and SUV’s that are on the road, and Bridgestone aims to make a suitable product for the rest of the market by 2019.

Affordable and Hassle-Free – Why Car Rental is Becoming Popular in the UK

Bags? Check.

 

Insect repellent? Check.

Toothbrush? Check.

Extra people? Oh, snap.

And your vacation plan goes down the drain. Or, maybe it is because of that mechanical fault that came up all of a sudden? Well, no matter what it is, chances are it turns into another weekend at home, in front of the tele.

If only there was another way out there..

Hey, you do know that there is something you can do, right? Around the country, more and more places are popping up where you can rent a car, whether for a day or a week, for extremely convenient prices. These places are becoming extremely popular and for a good reason.

Most car owners in the UK own something like a family sedan. These are good for your daily commute around cities, but not suitable for a trip outside the town. Say you live in Bourne, and want to drive to Derby to attend their summer festival. That is a long drive, and if you are not comfortable to drive your car for that distance, what do you do? Skip the fun? 

 

Nah, you go for a car rental in Bourne. 

 

There are quite a few places where you will be able to rent whenever you need, and it is wise to use their services. Whether you need to go on a family trip, or need a van for moving all that furniture while shifting places, cheap car rentals come as a graceful messiah at times of emergencies.

• Why so popular?

It’s simple; they will provide you with a vehicle (of course you can pick whether you want an SUV or a sedan), there will be an agreement if that car gets damaged, you provide them with proper paperwork, and you are on your way. Car rentals were not so prevalent even a few years ago, but in today’s market, people are becoming more and more inclined to go to car hire for booking a car for the long drive.

There’s a good reason for that too. When you go for a car rental in Bourne, or in any town in the UK for that matter, you will see that they offer good quality, serviced vehicles that will not let you down on the road. This added reliability factor is the thing to look for when you are out with your family. Most of the rental houses double as a car garage, and the amount of professional maintenance they put in their car is something no car owner in the UK can provide. 

 

They also gained popularity as a saviour if an emergency situation. Just like any other machine, your car can malfunction without a notice. Now, as you give it to the garage, the first thing that comes to your mind is how would you reach the office, or drop the kids to school. Car rental is the solution to this issue. For example, if you live in Bourne, you can bring your car for a repair to Bourne Car & Van Hire, and rent one of their cars to go to the office. They are so popular that their customers hail from Spalding, Rutland, Peterborough and other neighbourhoods. 

 

• Is there a catch?

Not too many, and if you keep your eyes open, you can avoid all of them. To begin with, make sure you contact a reliable garage which is completely transparent about their policies.

Next, sign the agreement only after reading it thoroughly. Take your time; those fine prints can hide some nasty stings.

A lot of the rentals have policies regarding how much fuel you use, like a full-to-empty fuel policy. Make sure you know if your car rental in Bourne maintains one such plan.

Before you bring that car on the road, make sure you have cross-checked whether all its documents (like the MOT, insurance) are in place. 

 

• Should I go for it?

You definitely should; especially if you are in a cash pinch. Rent-a-car places are becoming popular around the country because of their customer-centric approach and huge inventory. From cars to vans, they offer everything you need to ease up the issue. So don’t worry about skipping that trip any more.