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GT Radial Champiro tyre:

Eco friendly tyre from DSL

Sanjeevi JAYASURIYA

Douglas and Sons (Pvt) Ltd (DSL) launched its first eco friendly tyre into the local market adding to the company's sustainability.

The GT Radial Champiro ECO is manufactured with reduced carbon emissions by the Indonesian manufacturer PT Gajah Tunggal Tbk and has been recognized by the Indonesian Record Body (MURI) as the first eco friendly tyre produced by an Indonesian manufacturer.

The eco friendly tyre is a new generation innovation and introducing it to the local market marks a milestone in the transportation sector. This will change the mindset of the motorists thus having a positive impact on the environment sustainability, Douglas and Sons (Pvt) Ltd (DSL) Chairman and Managing Director Saroj Perera said.

"Creating the right environment is purely in our hands and it is our will and attitude that will determine the fate of the environment. We are therefore delighted that as a responsible business entity, DSL has been able to create value to our stakeholders through this new introduction of GT Radial Champiro ECO. This reaffirms our commitment towards innovative, progressive and responsible business practices that help sustainable living, he said.

Using Nanotek Silica technology, the tyre produces very low rolling resistance. This result in low heat generation, increased tyre life and saving on fuel. The combination of all these factors make the new tyre a truly environmental friendly product.

The GT Radial Champiro ECO already meets the EU tyre regulations including noise emission regulations that will come into effect in 2012. In Addition, the tread's new silica based tread compound reduces heat development and provides high grip levels on wet surfaces. As a result the tyre promises an overall outstanding performance with a high level of comfort and safety while driving.

The tyre is available in sizes ranging from 12 to 16 inches and provides the need of replacement for a majority of vehicle types. The eco friendly tyre is available at all DSL dealers islandwide, on a budget that suits the customers' purse.

The Indonesian manufacturer PT Gajah Tunggal Tbk is the largest tyre manufacturer in South East Asia.

AA Ceylon, 3M Corporation ink MoU

Sanjeevi JAYASURIYA

The Automobile Association of Ceylon entered into a strategic partnership with 3M Corporation Sri Lanka to capitalize on the transformation of the country's transportation system. The MoU will facilitate and designed to provide a host of services to the 6,000 plus Automobile Association membership.

The country has 11,000 kilometres of 'A' class roads. Its transportation industry as a whole is at a transforming era to an international level with the opening of the Southern Expressway. The vehicle density is growing from 30,000 to 50,000 annually, hence it increases the need for a well developed road network.

The services rendered by the Association to the motoring public has seen a significant turnaround during the last three years. The 81 garages set up by Douglas and Sons for safe driving is one such initiative where safe driving was promoted.

Plans are under way to include the North and East to their garage network shortly, Automobile Association of Ceylon Secretary Anton Kandiah said.

The 3M Corporation being a premier car care organization focuses on membership benefit and business development. Its performance driven solutions will enhance the efficiency of vehicles. The company will emphasis on aspect of car washing services at a discounted price, 3M Sri Lanka Vice President Suren Rajanadan stated.

We have a key role to play by bringing in international technology making the country's progress in the transportation sector. The company has pioneered in introducing technological strategies to work closely with strong partners to offer better services to the consumers, he said.

A majority of us spend a considerable amount of time either driving or travelling. Therefore, having an effective mechanism to ensure proper maintenance is important. The 3M Corporation having over 50 partners islandwide is geared to provide valued- added services to vehicle users, he said.