New Dunlop Tires Web Site Offers Driving Enthusiasts Roads Less Traveled, Interactive Promotions and More
AKRON, Ohio (ContentDesk) January 18, 2006 -- Dunlop? Tires, a global consumer brand of Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. made famous in racing and motor sports, has launched a new Web site. The easy-to-use, streamlined site - www.dunloptires.com - created by Hitchcock Fleming & Associates Inc.s (hfa) interactive marketing division, the Buzzwerks", is the only Web site in the industry to offer online tire purchasing.
The new site also features a dealer locator, an online retail store and tips and technical facts for the driving enthusiast in us all.In addition to providing the ability to buy tires, setting this site apart from others is its Adrenaline Drives and Destination Drives sections.
Here, Web surfers can satisfy their craving for roads less traveled or family trips.
Each page provides photographs and hotlinks to travel information and points-of-interest.The result is a user-friendly Web site with new, interactive promotions; screensavers and wallpapers; road trip tips; race and event information; and car and tire-care maintenance tips.According to Jenny Kryszan, hfa account manager, the Dunlop representatives are thrilled with the results. We love it, said Andy Traicoff, director, Dunlop brand.
It has a lot going on, but it delivers the information in a clean, easy-to-use format.
The brand is involved, energetic and dynamic and the new Web site is representative of that. The biggest concern was usability, added Kryszan.
Our clients wanted site visitors to be able to find what they want easily.
Dunlop is the only tire manufacturer that is currently selling tires online, said Kryszan.
We wanted to improve the tire-buying experience by making it as user-friendly as possible. One of the goals of the new site was to enable users to find exactly what they came to the site for in three clicks or less.
To support this goal, all of the sites navigation and main topics are placed on the left-hand side of the page on every page.
Upon clicking on the heading of interest, a drop-down menu appears with all the subtopics included in that section.
The improved, interactive promotions portion of the site provides a variety of opportunities including rebates, giveaways, Dunlop posters and decals and the ability to signup for the Dunlop Drivers Cup racing events.About hfa:Established in 1940, Hitchcock Fleming & Associates Inc. has served a broad range of retail, consumer, industrial and business-to-business clients on a local, regional, national and international basis.
A few of its clients are The Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company, the worlds largest tire company; Carter Lumber and its more than 200 stores; Tremco, North Americas premier provider of roofing restoration and repair services and materials; and Nexa Autocolor (of North America), a world-leading automotive refinishes company serving more than 150 countries.hfas capabilities include marketing; research; strategic planning; print, broadcast, outdoor and specialty advertising; media planning/buying; public relations; interactive strategy development; Internet design and implementation through its Buzzwerks division; sales promotion; direct response; broadcast and video production; and point-of-sale and collateral materials, such as brochures and catalogs.
Web sites for hfa and its interactive division, Buzzwerks, are www.teamhfa.com and www.thebuzzwerks.com..
EnTire is developing revolutionary self-inflating tire and offering investment opportunity.
(ContentDesk) October 2 2003--Tires commonly leak slowly and "unnoticeably" during their usage. Almost half of the vehicles on the road today have at least one tire under inflated by more then 20%. Although 85 % of drivers are concerned about maintaining proper tire pressure in their tires, only 25% of them use proper methods and 43% of them do not take an active role in maintaining their tire pressure. EnTire is a patented system, which responds to tire pressure related safety and economic issues in a simple and elegant manner ? tire equipped with the EnTire system keep itself properly inflated simply by tire use. Tires with the EnTire inflation system utilize the motion of the tire to maintain small "unnoticeable" leaks while driving.
The EnTire system is also able to eliminate the loss of air pressure caused by small perforations in the tire that may occur while driving and would otherwise cause rapid deflation of the tire. After the vehicle is safely parked, EnTire system...
EnTire is developing revolutionary self-inflating tire and offering investment opportunity.
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Wheel And Tire Maintenance For Your SUV
Your SUV's wheels and tires are one the most essential parts of your vehicle. Because SUVs, such as the Land Rover Range Rover, are 4WD, it can go through any terrain that the planet could offer. And when it does, the tires and wheels of your SUV do not just obviously help you to reach your destination because it is the major equipment that makes your vehicle move. However, the functions of the wheels and tires do not just end there. These parts also emphasize the overall appearance of your vehicle.
Moreover, the wheels can actually improve your cars performance just by effective cleaning. Like any other car parts like Land Rover Range Rover parts, SUV wheels can eventually be corrosive and tires could wear out because of certain factors.
Getting your SUV perfectly cleaned on a local car wash is a great idea. However, the only drawback of it is the cost that you would be spending in a car...
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Tires, Living Longer Lives
Your car's tires are those rubber things that serve as the in-between between your car and you and the wide open road. In fact, these tires actually give you much comfort than you expect them to give you. You do not feel much of the bumps and potholes on the road because of these tires.
With this in mind, it is important that you do take good care of your tires. In fact, you would not want to be driving a car that has worn out tires in it.
You see, having a car with worn out tires could lead to having a car suffering from major problems. Aside from this, your chances of meeting a flat tire or having one of your tires blow up would be much greater. That is why it is important for you to maintain them. In fact, the more you take good care of them, the more and the longer they will live.
At least once a month, you should check their pressure.
All tires should be checked. To be sure that you have put in the right amount of pressure, check...
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EnTire is developing revolutionary self-inflating tire and offering investment opportunity.
(ContentDesk) October 2 2003--Tires commonly leak slowly and "unnoticeably" during their usage. Almost half of the vehicles on the road today have at least one tire under inflated by more then 20%. Although 85 % of drivers are concerned about maintaining proper tire pressure in their tires, only 25% of them use proper methods and 43% of them do not take an active role in maintaining their tire pressure. EnTire is a patented system, which responds to tire pressure related safety and economic issues in a simple and elegant manner ? tire equipped with the EnTire system keep itself properly inflated simply by tire use. Tires with the EnTire inflation system utilize the motion of the tire to maintain small "unnoticeable" leaks while driving.
The EnTire system is also able to eliminate the loss of air pressure caused by small perforations in the tire that may occur while driving and would otherwise cause rapid deflation of the tire. After the vehicle is safely parked, EnTire system...
EnTire is developing revolutionary self-inflating tire and offering investment opportunity.
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DTM Motorsport to be Event Sponsor of the Toyo Tires Redline Time Attack Presented by Hawk Performance Brake Pads at Summit Point Raceway, August 5th-6th
Lancaster, CA (ContentDesk) July 24, 2006 -- With just two weeks to go before the green flag falls at the 2nd east coast Redline Time Attack event of the year, Redline Track Events LLC is proud to announce the addition of DTM Motorsport as Event Sponsor of the Summit Point Raceway Redline Time Attack.
DTM Motorsport specializes in the tuning of Mitsubishi Lancer Evolutions (8 and 9), Subaru Imprezas and STIs, Audis, BMW, Ferraris, Diesels and many domestic muscle cars. Located in Dulles, Virginia, DTM Motorsport owns one of the only Mustang AWD Eddy Current Dynos in the local region, giving them the ability to fine tune the performance of FWD, AWD and RWD vehicles. Visitors will be able to stop by the DTM Motorsport booth at the Summit Point Raceway Redline Time Attack event to speak with representatives and view some of their work first hand. Company owner, Michael Ko, will also be driving one of their Time Attack entries, a 2006 Evolution 9 MR.
The second DTM Motorsport...
DTM Motorsport to be Event Sponsor of the Toyo Tires Redline Time Attack Presented by Hawk Performance Brake Pads at Summit Point Raceway, August 5th-6th
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Snow Tires
Snow tires are tires with a deep tread or studs to give extra traction on ice- and snow-covered surfaces. Snow tires are particularly designed to perform well in the slush, snow, and ice.
Due to their size, rubber compound, and tread design, standard tires provide improper grip for low-temperature snow driving. This is due to the fact that they are not explicitly designed for snow driving. By fitting snow tires during winter, car owners can improve the traction of any vehicle. The design changes in the snow tires have a significant effect on a vehicle's performance when driven on snow and ice.
The advantages of fitting a vehicle with snow tires are diverse and varied.
Snow tires give excellent grip in the rain and snow. By fitting their vehicles with a set of snow tires during winter, car owners will make it safer as these tires offer a magnificent ice and snow performance in addition to enhancing a vehicle's braking, handling, and cornering behavior...
Snow Tires
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Winter Car Care
As the weather turns colder, it is time to think about your car for a second. A little preparation can go a long way to making your winter travels a lot safer. Here is a checklist to get you started. 1. Check the antifreeze. The freezing point can be checked with a simple tool available at any auto parts store.
Make sure you check the antifreeze when it's cool. Opening a hot radiator can be a dangerous thing. 2. Check the air pressure in your tires. As the air gets cooler pressure drops in your tires. Maintaining your tire pressures will reward you with higher gas mileage and longer tire life.
3. Make sure you have the following items in your car.
- Ice Scraper
- Salt or sand for traction
- Blanket in case you are stranded and need to keep warm
- Good first aid kit (not just for winter)
- Road flares
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