Michelin solutions UK Commercial Director Paul Davey and Sales Manager Richard Dale have expanded their roles to include functional support to Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden, in addition to their existing responsibilities within the UK and Ireland. Davey, who is appointed Michelin solutions Commercial Director North European region, explains: “Michelin solutions has been winning…
Michelin launches geo-locating emergency tyre service app for commercial vehicle drivers
Stoke-on-Trent, January 17, 2017 Michelin has upgraded its ONCall breakdown assistance service with the launch of a geolocation app and a new pay-as-you-go facility. Michelin ONCall began as a pilot in the UK and North America, and on the back of its success, is being extended to a further 34 European countries. The app can…
BMD Transport cuts tyre bill by 25 per cent after switch to Michelin
Stoke-on-Trent, January 11, 2017 Leicester-based bulk aggregate haulier BMD Transport has cut its monthly tyre bill by 25 per cent after switching to a Michelin policy. The family-run company reported the savings soon after switching its entire fleet to the premium fitments, and expects to see further reductions in running costs as it takes advantage…
EFFITRAILER™ system a perfect fit for fashion logistics specialist P&H Contract Services
Road transport and fashion logistics specialist P&H Contract Services is to fit Michelin solutions’ EFFITRAILER™ system to 20 trailers as part of an ongoing fleet renewal, after the telematics package proved “incredibly useful” during a pilot scheme. Michelin solutions’ EFFITRAILER ™ system is built upon the installation of dedicated trailer telematics equipment, and includes an…
Capper Trading fuels company growth with EFFITIRES™ programme
Fuel and bulk animal feed distribution specialist Capper Trading has signed up its entire fleet to Michelin solutions’ EFFITIRES™ tyre management programme, with the move offering the company’s executives “the freedom to focus on growing our core businesses”. The three-year deal covers the Northern Irish firm’s 36 DAF and Volvo tractor units and rigid trucks,…
Michelin X Line Energy range expands with six new tyre sizes
Stoke-on-Trent, December 12, 2016 Michelin has expanded its fuel-saving X Line Energy tyre range with the launch of six new fitments, enabling more truck fleets to benefit from its most fuel-efficient truck tyre generation. The new additions are designed primarily for mega-volume trailers, car transporters and low height tractor units, and offer improved mileage, increased…
Michelin says accidental damage claim rate of less than 0.2 per cent demonstrates premium reliability
Stoke-on-Trent, November 30, 2016 Michelin’s accidental damage guarantee for its regional and construction tyre ranges is delivering on its promise of first class reliability and uptime for commercial vehicle fleets. Michelin has received just 98 claims for damage in the six months from 1 May to 31 October 2016, of which 92 were accepted as…
Michelin unveiled as exclusive retread supplier to DTM
Stoke-on-Trent, November 17, 2016 Michelin has been contracted as exclusive retread supplier to Direct Tyre Management (DTM). The four-year deal will see Michelin supply about 20,000 Encore-brand truck tyres a year from its factory in Stoke-on-Trent. DTM, the leading UK independent tyre management solution provider, manages commercial fleets across the UK to reduce costs and…
Michelin solutions’ EFFITIRES™ programme a perfect fit for bus operator Rotala
Bus operator Rotala has signed up to Michelin solutions’ EFFITIRES™ tyre management programme, ruling the comprehensive system as just the ticket for its 650 single- and double-deckers. The five-year pence-per-mile contract covers the combined fleet of Rotala’s five subsidiary bus operations: Diamond Bus, Diamond Bus North West, Hallmark Connections, Preston Bus and Wessex Bus, plus…
Michelin technical team unlocks potential cost savings for Northern Ireland Prison Service
Stoke-on-Trent, October 17, 2016 Michelin’s technical team could be the key to helping reduce tyre bills and increase fleet efficiency for the Northern Ireland Prison Service, after the manufacturer carried out a free tyre assessment of its prisoner transport fleet. The Service selected HMP Maghaberry’s Prisoner Escorting and Court Custody Service (PECCS) for the assessment…
Michelin solutions unveils next-generation EFFITRAILER™ telematics
Michelin solutions has announced a suite of upgrades to its EFFITRAILER™ telematics programme, reaffirming its commitment to helping road transport firms lower their operating costs and increase profitability through trailer fleet optimisation. The dedicated trailer telematics programme’s software was designed to be upgradable from launch, and can now provide three additional system abilities: asset ID,…
Michelin solutions Go-Ahead with EFFITIRES™ extension
A history of superb service and top-notch tyre technology has seen UK transport company Go-Ahead renew a 20-year relationship with Michelin, after agreeing a three-year contract for the continued support of Michelin solutions’ EFFITIRES™ comprehensive tyre management programme. The price-per-mile deal will cover 100 per cent of Go-Ahead’s expanding bus fleet – 4,800 vehicles –…
Prospect Coaches rolls out Michelin policy after technical support goes “above and beyond”
Stoke-on-Trent, September 16, 2016 West Midlands-based Prospect Coaches has switched its fleet to a Michelin tyre policy after receiving “above and beyond” support from the Michelin technical team. Prior to adopting the new policy, the company fitted trial sets of Michelin X MultiWay 3D regional tyres, but was so impressed with the Michelin team’s excellent…
EFFITIRES™ contract renewal just the ticket for Reading Buses
Reading Buses has agreed a three-year renewal of its EFFITIRES™ tyre management contract with Michelin solutions, trusting in the comprehensive programme to help the operator focus on “delivering excellence in public transport”. The pence-per-mile deal covers Reading Buses’ mix of 181 single- and double-decker buses, all of which operate from the company’s central depot in…
Michelin solutions brings DS Smith into EFFITRAILER™ fold
Paper and corrugated packaging producer DS Smith is the latest company to sign up to Michelin solutions’ newly-launched EFFITRAILER ™ telematics programme, fitting the system to 40 single-decker trailers. The EFFITRAILER ™ system is built upon the installation of dedicated trailer telematics equipment, featuring a tyre pressure monitoring system, electronic braking system (EBS) data analysis…
Michelin expands accidental damage guarantee for regional tyres
Stoke-on-Trent, June 3, 2016 Michelin is extending its accidental damage guarantee for regional tyres across the UK and Republic of Ireland (ROI), significantly increasing the range of fitments covered to offer customers even more protection against the financial costs of accidental damage. The company’s X Multi Guarantee now covers 37 tyre sizes, including Michelin’s most…
Michelin solutions clocks up three-year EFFITIRES™ renewal at Aspray24
Aspray24 has renewed its EFFITIRES™ contract with Michelin solutions, trusting the comprehensive tyre management programme to “help deliver on the promise our name suggests” – faultless, next-day delivery. The price-per-kilometre deal covers 100 per cent of the company’s 363-strong all-DAF truck fleet which is in operation around the clock, delivering cargoes of all shapes and…
Test set longevity prompts Blaby District Council’s switch to Michelin
Stoke-on-Trent, May 13, 2016 Blaby District Council in Leicestershire has switched to a Michelin tyre policy across its commercial vehicle fleet, after a test set of Michelin X Works tyres demonstrated extraordinary longevity in a year-long trial. Impressed with the test results, Blaby District Council now fits Michelin across most of the fleet, which includes…
EFFITIRES™ efficacy set in stone at Marshalls
Marshalls, the UK’s leading supplier of hard landscaping products, has signed its 383 road transport assets up to Michelin solutions’ EFFITIRES™ tyre management programme. The price-per-kilometre deal covers 100 per cent of the company’s mixed fleet of 173 DAF, MAN, Mercedes-Benz, Renault and Volvo tractor units and rigid trucks, plus 210 crane-equipped SDC Trailers. Marshalls’…
Truck tyre size shift continues, reports Michelin
Stoke-on-Trent, May 4, 2016 Michelin has reported that demand for truck tyres on the UK replacement market is continuing to show a steady shift to 315/70 R 22.5 fitments – driven by the growth of Euro VI registrations and operators realising the total cost of ownership benefits offered over traditional low aspect ratio 295/80 R…
Michelin launches expanded X Works rugged tyre range for construction sector
Stoke-on-Trent, April 13, 2016 Michelin has extended its range of robust X Works tyres for the construction sector, adding five new tyres to the line-up of rugged fitments. Available with immediate effect, the X Works range now boasts 315/80 R 22.5 X Works Z (multi-position) tyres, X Works D (drive axle) tyres, plus 385/65 R…
Gist named as launch customer for Michelin solutions’ EFFITRAILER™ programme
Supply chain specialist Gist is aiming to increase its reliability and safety and boost efficiency after signing up as the UK launch customer for Michelin solutions’ new EFFITRAILER ™ programme. EFFITRAILER ™ centres around the installation of dedicated trailer telematics equipment, featuring an on-board datalink, tyre pressure monitoring system and electronic braking system (EBS) data…
Michelin solutions’ EFFITIRES™ package delivers for Abbey Logistics
European liquid, bulk powder and palletised road transport specialist Abbey Logistics has signed up its 730 commercial vehicle assets to EFFITIRES™ by Michelin solutions, describing the tyre management package as “a perfect fit for our operations”. The price-per-vehicle deal covers 100 per cent of the company’s 300-strong fleet of tractor units, which includes 280 DAF…
Kevin Lawton appointed Michelin solutions Bus and Coach Sales Manager
Michelin solutions has appointed Kevin Lawton, 47, as UK and Republic of Ireland Bus and Coach Sales Manager. The veteran Michelin employee assumes the role after a nearly six-year stint as UK Operations Manager, firstly at Michelin Fleet Solutions, before continuing with the same role when Michelin solutions was launched in 2013. The role will…
Michelin tyres deliver cost-efficiency to Hart’s content
Stoke-on-Trent, February 29, 2016 Cornwall-based Hart’s Haulage has switched to a 100 per cent Michelin policy, after a trial revealed the premium tyres deliver “cost-efficiency, reliability and longevity”. The family-run company, which operates from a depot near the picturesque town of Redruth, previously operated a mixed tyre policy, but made the move to Michelin following…
EFFITIRES™ renewal keeps Lancashire’s Huntapac Produce growing strong
Vegetable grower, packer and distributor Huntapac Produce has renewed its EFFITIRES™ by Michelin solutions contract for three years, trusting the tyre management package to help the family-run firm deliver excellent customer service – and fresh produce – all-year-round. The price-per-kilometre (PPK) deal covers 100 per cent of the company’s mixed fleet of 58 Iveco, Scania…
Michelin MyAccount reduces tyre costs for TW Services
Stoke-on-Trent, February 11, 2016 TW Services is using a new online portal from Michelin to unlock additional value from its tyres and reduce operating costs. TW Services is an independently owned waste and recycling company in Kent, which registered for the free service – Michelin MyAccount – to access an additional layer of support from…
EFFITIRES™ contract a tower of strength for Blackpool Transport
Tourists can ‘pier’ at seaside sights in comfort from Blackpool Transport’s buses thanks to EFFITIRES™ by Michelin solutions, after the operator agreed a five-year renewal of the comprehensive tyre management programme. The pence-per-mile deal covers Blackpool Transport’s 38 midibuses, 24 full-size single-deck buses and 73 double-deckers, all of which operate from the company’s central depot…
C&J COACH TOURS REDUCES TYRE SPEND WITH MICHELIN MYACCOUNT SERVICE
Stoke-on-Trent – January 14, 2016 C&J Coach Tours has signed up to Michelin’s new online portal – Michelin MyAccount – and is using the service to reduce its annual tyre spend. The owner-operator coach tour and holiday company subscribed to the free resource on recommendation of its local ATS Euromaster branch in Colchester, which handles…
NEW FUEL-SAVING MICHELIN X LINE ENERGY TYRES APPROVED FOR MERCEDES-BENZ ACTROS
Stoke-on-Trent – January 7, 2016 Michelin has unveiled two new tyres in its fuel-saving X Line Energy range, counting Mercedes-Benz as a launch customer after the manufacturer approved the fitments for its Actros heavy truck. Michelin’s new 385/55 R 22.5 X Line Energy F steer and 315/70 R 22.5 X Line Energy D2 drive tyres…