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Nov 13, 2024

Tyres & Accessories Magazine November 2024 - Tyrepress

The SUV tyre market has been a consistent growth segment in the UK, Europe and globally for many years. Worries about the vehicles’ sustainability have faded drastically as OEMs created first

The SUV tyre market has been a consistent growth segment in the UK, Europe and globally for many years. Worries about the vehicles’ sustainability have faded drastically as OEMs created first ultra-efficient models and then electric-powered models. For tyre makers, the requirements of even non-SUV EVs have meant that the tyres they were developing for comfortable and safe application on these heavier road-going SUVs have seen an extended application of these technologies from the electrification of the car parc. SUV registrations account for a sizeable chunk of the UK total and SUV tyre sales have continued to grow in line with this trend. Dedicated off-road 4×4 tyres remain a niche but important market, with off-road mobility essential in providing emergency services in remote areas, or accessibility for rural pursuits. Tyres & Accessories looks in more detail at 4×4 tyres, equally at home on muddy inclines and on the school run, in the November issue.

Harnessing the right equipment is crucial to business profitability. As vehicle electronics grow increasingly complex and the next generation of electric vehicles introduces unique servicing requirements, the need for appropriate, up-to-date equipment has never been greater. With the rapid evolution of the UK and European car parc, garages must adapt to service a more diverse customer base. Tyres & Accessories explores how equipment suppliers can support garages in optimising their service offerings through the latest products, including wheel aligners, wheel balancers, lifts, and other essential machinery, to keep pace with these ongoing developments.