It was back in 1997 when Lexus introduced the Luxury SUV concept to the world offering what was to become the rising sun brand's most successful model. High-level technological contents are featured also on the fifth series, with hybrid engine systems, including plug-in

The new high-performance tyre designed for Supermotards is available in sizes 120/70 R 17 (front) and 160/60 R 17 (rear)

The new 'super-sport touring' tyre has an adaptive tread pattern technology able to adapt the behaviour of the tyre from sport-touring to super-sport

Launched last November, the tyre has been available since the beginning of January with 19 more sizes than its predecessor

Carbon black is a versatile material used in a wide range of products, in which tyres play a major role

Roadworthy tests could not be missing from the list of conferences held at Futurmotive 2023. During the two sessions dedicated to this topic, all news concerning Italy as well as international trends were addressed

The recent ruling of the EU Court of Justice in the ATU/Belron v. Fca case is now well known within the industry. In summary, the Court states that access to the Obd port can only be subject to restrictive conditions if it is for anti-theft information or reprogramming and not arbitrarily as many manufacturers are doing

The Italian tyre retreaders' association met for its annual assembly in Bologna during the first edition of Futurmotive

Modern workshops cannot rely solely on the experience and skill of the owner and his staff: the management side of the business has, in fact, become so important that can no longer be neglected

The growth trend of 4-season tyres in confirmed. Last year (Nov. 22-Oct. 23), as much as 28.5 per cent of the total market, with a large quota eroded from summer tyres