THE new tyre regulations, and the spring buying spree which

20th September 1968, Page 209

20th September 1968

Page 209

Page 209, 20th September 1968 — THE new tyre regulations, and the spring buying spree which

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preceded their introduction, have focused attention on tyres as never before. Quite apart from the vital safety aspect. this is no bad thing: operators do not always appreciate the subtle differences in performance characteristics which growing sophistication in design have brought. Now more than ever—especially with plating requirements in mind—it pays to take meticulous care in specifying tyres which most precisely fit the tasks they have to do.

Earls Court provides an opportunity to make a really detailed analysis of features—and this is meat and drink to a keen manufacturer's representative.

Newcomers among the tyres on show this year emphasize how the trend towards steelcord radial and nylon-casing cross-ply designs has taken a firm grip on the giant tyre market. The aim is to combine cool running, and thus long, trouble-free mileages, with resistance to punishment.

Perhaps surprisingly, in view of their weightsaving potential. big singles have not been adopted widely, but one manufacturer is building his display around them. and Dunlop has this week announced its first low-profile single for commercials.

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