26. June 2008
Continental AG sees the Corporation’s sound financing structure confirmed by the current ratings it has received from the leading credit rating agencies. On Thursday, Standard & Poor’s changed the international automotive supplier’s rating from ‘BBB stable outlook’ to ‘BBB negative outlook’. “This ranking is in line with our expectations and once again affirms the stability
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20. June 2008
The summer holidays are just around the corner. Millions of Europeans will soon be heading for the sun by road, many with caravans. Here is some good advice from Bridgestone to help those travelling on rubber have a safe journey.
Under inflated tyres put safety at risk
We’ve heard it before, but few of us do it
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29. May 2008
At its meeting today, the Supervisory Board of Continental AG accepted the request by William L. Kozyra, Deputy Member of the Executive Board of Continental AG, that he be granted early release from his contract and premature termination of his appointment to Continental AG’s Executive Board effective June 1, 2008. Kozyra will take up a
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10. April 2008
Michelin has chosen the 2008 Geneva International Motorshow to present its new Michelin Energy Saver.
Launched in Europe, the Middle East, South Africa and South America beginning in 2008, the Michelin Energy Saver is the all-new, fourth generation of “green” car tires, available in a complete range. The new name integrates and expresses the mission of
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8. April 2008
In his address at The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company’s 2008 Annual Shareholder Meeting today, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Robert J. Keegan said the company is well positioned for future success despite economic uncertainty in 2008.
This, he said, is the result of the determination and innovative thinking exhibited by thousands of Goodyear associates around
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8. April 2008
Laura Thompson, The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company’s vice president of business development, has been elected an officer of the corporation by the Board of Directors.
"Laura has done an exceptional job since assuming the lead role in business development almost three years ago," said Robert J. Keegan, Goodyear’s chairman and chief executive officer. "She assisted
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3. April 2008
Japanese tyre maker TOYO TIRES announce the introduction of the new PROXES R888 SG Soft compound racing tyre. This new tyre has been specifically designed for use at Sprint/Hill climb or Short Tarmac speed events. Built on the immensely successful R888 casing design, this new tyre features a super soft compound mix for extra grip,
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21. March 2008
In response to soaring oil prices, Michelin has introduced a new tire pricing system for customers in the automobile industry that will clearly distinguish the effects of petroleum-based raw materials from the intrinsic value of Michelin tires.
With petroleum-based products accounting for approximately 60 percent of the cost of a passenger car or light truck
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12. March 2008
Continental’s comprehensive range of SUV tires has been further expanded again this season. The leading German tire manufacturer now carries no fewer than six summer tire models for 4×4 vehicles. Many 4×4 manufacturers, including Audi, BMW, Land Rover, Mercedes, Porsche and Volkswagen, have already issued original equipment releases. Continental has 60 new sizes for 4×4
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12. March 2008
Continental has taken the logical next step in expanding its range of summer passenger tires. Its top ContiSportContact 3 model is now available in a total of 138 sizes. With short braking distances, good cornering and low rolling resistance for vehicles in the standard-size category and higher, the ContiPremiumContact 2 comes in an impressive 111
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