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Fourth place for Falken Porsche at Nürburgring 24 Hours Race

Japanese tyre manufacturer secures its best result at the legendary 24 Hour race with fourth overall and is the highest placed Porsche.Falken Tyres secured its best ever finish at the 2014 Nürburgring 24 Hour race with fourth placed overall in its Porsche 997 GT3-R. After starting 19th, drivers Peter Dumbreck, Wolf Henzler, Martin Ragginger and Alex Imperatori drove a clean and consistent race to become the only Porsche to finish in the top 10. With good weather throughout the 24 Hour race, the pace was frenetic and the Falken-shod Porsche 997 GT3-R was able to first climb into the top five

Pasteurised sideways – Falken’s drift team gets to grip with a quicker way to deliver the dairy goods

Originally converted to tow a speedboat, Milky, a V8-powered milkfloat now delivers creamy full fat power on Falken tyre, demonstrating tyre maker has tyres for almost any vehicleWith a rising number of petrol cars switching to electric power, a 1961 Morris milkfloat shows that going from electric to petrol has its merits. Sporting Falken’s latest WildPeak’s and Linam van tyres, Mel Smith’s milkfloat packs a full fat powertrain with a 3.5litre Rover engine mounted behind the driver. Ahead of a summer season of car shows and events, Team Falken’s drift driver Matt Carter got behind the wheel

Run-flat technology introduced in Falken’s Azenis FK453 high performance tyre

New manufacturing technology delivers improved ride and weight to solve many of the issues associated with Run-Flat tyresOwners of cars fitted with Run-Flats could benefit from new manufacturing technology, which produces lighter, more compliant tyres to deliver a more comfortable ride. Through the adoption of an innovative tyre production process, known as NEO-T01, Falken’s new FK453 high performance Run-Flat tyre, suitable for cars such as the BMW 3 and 5 Series, offers excellent driving performance, high levels of comfort, improved safety and low weight. The NEO-T01 manufacturing

Falken Tyre Europe presents its widest product range yet at Reifen Essen 2014

Japanese tyre manufacturer Falken will present its largest and most diverse range of road tyres at the Reifen Essen this May with a strong theme of innovation. Highlights from the range, that now encompasses car, SUV and commercial vehicle tyres will include the first public presentation of both the new AZENIS FK453 Run-Flat tyre and energy efficient SINCERA SN832 EcoRun tyre. In addition to the tyres, Falken will highlight its new NEO-T01 production technology, a new way of constructing tyres to produce more accurate and lightweight tyres. "Reifen Essen will see the public debut of both

Falken race team’s rapid turnaround leads to VLN podium joy

From severely damaged Porsche to first ever podium – in less than one weekAfter a serious accident at the end of the Nürburgring’s Döttinger Höhe straight severely damaged Falken’s Porsche GT3R, the odds were heavily stacked against its race team to return for the next VLN race the following weekend. What started as a nightmare ended in a dream as not only did it manage to compete, but the Falken drivers Martin Ragginger and Alexandre Imperatori, out for the first time in the car, also recorded the team’s first podium finish in the VLN series just a week later.The recovery process started

Falken creates Run-Flat version of ZIEX ZE914 Ecorun tyre

Run-Flat version of efficient tyre retains the excellent rolling resistance and good wet performance of Falken’s ZIEX ZE914 Ecorun tyre with dimple sidewall technology to extend running distance at zero pressureFalken Tyres has created a Run-Flat version of its popular ZIEX ZE914 Ecorun tyre.  Available this Summer and suitable for cars specified to run Run-Flat tyres, the tyres retains the excellent rolling resistance and wet weather characteristics of its standard variant and adds the security and convenience of being capable to run for at least 80km at 80km/h at zero pressure. To

Alexandre Imperatori joins Falken’s VLN and N24 Porsche team

Swiss driver Alexandre Imperatori joins Falken regulars Wolf Henzler, Martin Ragginger and Peter Dumbreck for 2014. Porsche GT3 team will compete in various VLN rounds and legendary Nürburgring 24-hour race.2012 Carrera Cup Asia Champion Alexandre Imperatori will join the experienced line up of Wolf Henzler, Martin Ragginger and Peter Dumbreck in Falken Tyres’ Porsche GT3 car. Imperatori, who replaces Sebastian Asch in the 997 GT3 R in a programme that will see the Japanese tyre manufacturer compete in eight VLN races together with the Nürburgring 24 Hour and newly created N24 Qualifying

World’s highest energy synchrotron radiation facility and ‘Earth Simulator’ supercomputer used to create Falken’s new energy-efficient tyre

New 4D NANO Design process draws on technology from outside the tyre industry to create all new Sincera SN832 ECORUN low rolling resistance energy-efficient tyreTyre engineers in Japan have for the first time, employed a super computer normally used for climate simulation, together with the SPring-8 Materials Research Centre and its synchrotron radiation facility, to create a new energy-efficient tyre. These powerful simulation tools, offering the ability to analyse at sub nano level, the effects of compound and construction, form part of Falken’s new 4D NANO Design process.  4D NANO Design

Falken to offer 20” SUV-specific replacement tyre for Range Rover Evoque

Falken’s AZENIS FK453CC SUV tyre range extended to include new 20” size ideally suited to Range Rover EvoqueGrowing demand for the Range Rover Evoque has led Falken to release new sizes of its AZENIS FK453CC SUV-specific on-road tyre for the replacement market. Owners now have the opportunity to fit a high performance tyre created specifically for more sports-oriented SUVs, providing improved stability and lower noise. Now available to order in 18”, 19” and 20” sizes, the AZENIS FK453CC was specifically created to meet the growing demand from today’s SUV market for better on-road

Winner of FalkenTyres’ national VW up! Competition is announced

Tyre distributor Micheldever, in partnership with FalkenTyre Europe, have announced the result of their nationwide competition to win a Volkswagen up!. Thomas Clarke from the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, is the lucky winner to drive into 2014 in the brand new car. He entered the competition whilst buying some tyres from the Coleford Five Acres Garage in November. Mr Clarke said “I always like to support my local businesses, so when Fives Acres recommended the Falken tyres, I was more than happy to go with their suggestion. Afterwards, when I saw the competition flyer on the desk, I

Gloucestershire man wins car in national competition

Tyre distributor Micheldever, in partnership with Falken Tyre Europe, has announced the result of its nationwide competition to win a Volkswagen up!. Thomas Clarke from the Forest of Dean, is the lucky winner to drive into 2014 in the brand new car. He entered the competition whilst buying some tyres from the Coleford Five Acres Garage in November. Mr Clarke said “I always like to support my local businesses, so when Fives Acres recommended the Falken tyres, I was more than happy to go with their suggestion. Afterwards, when I saw the competition flyer on the desk, I thought I may as

Falken Tyre Europe and RaceRoom Racing Experience create virtual racing competition

Falken Tyre Europe together with game developer SimBin have created the Falken Track Test Competition, offering online gamers the chance to win prizes such as tyres or driving experiences. Available  as a free extension of the state-of-the-art, free-to-play simulator RaceRoom Racing Experience, players can drive a Falken-liveried RUF RT12R. Drivers setting the fastest lap on the Nürburgring GP circuit can a range of prizes. SimBin’s “RaceRoom Racing Experience” game is available as a free download. Starting from the 13th January until February 24th, the gamer who delivers the fastest lap

Falken Tyres provides support for Under 17 Motor Club Autosolo at Autosport International 2014

Building upon the success of its inaugural support of the Under 17 Motor Club in 2013, Falken Tyre Europe is helping more young drivers to get involved in motorsport by providing tyres for their Autosolo event at Autosport International (Jan 9th-14th 2014). Autosolos are a series of timed, ‘all-forward’ (i.e. no reversing) courses on hard surfaces such as car parks or airfields. Unlike traditional autotests, there is no requirement for special techniques such as spin turns.  Cars must be taxed, insured, have an MOT certificate if applicable and be driven to the event. Road tyres are also

Step up! to a new car this Christmas with Falken Tyres competition

Falken Tyre Europe has Christmas wrapped up with a new Volkswagen up! for one customer.Falken Tyre Europe is offering one of its customers the chance to win a new car in time for Christmas.Open to anyone who purchases just two tyres from its award-winning range between now and November 30th, the recipient will receive a new VW up! before Christmas. Entry is quick and easy; customers simply scan a QR code at the point of purchase or by texting a dedicated competition hotline.  “As Falken supplies its Sincera tyre as a standard factory fit for the VW up!, it is the perfect car for us to

New marketing manager strengthens Falken Tyre Europe’s team

Falken Tyre Europe is continuing to increase its infrastructure with a new marketing manager joining its team. Thomas Fatho, who most recently worked at Mitsubishi Deutschland, assumes responsibility for all marketing-related areas in Europe. Fatho’s appointment follows the recent announcement of Markus Bögner as sales and marketing director. Yukio Yoshida remains in charge of the overall operative planning and development activities as corporate planning director. “Falken Tyre Europe already enjoys an extremely credible marketing mix led by its motorsports campaigns,” says Thomas Fatho “

Victory at Lydden Hill for Falken drifter Paul Cheshire

Dominating the Pro Class, the Team Falken UK drift driver secures success at the fourth round of the British Drift ChampionshipOffenbach, August 14 2013. Proving that quality not quantity counts, Falken drifter Paul Cheshire triumphed in the fourth round of the British Drift Championship at Lydden Hill; despite Team Falken UK being down on drift drivers. While teammate Kirsty Widdrington failed to qualify, Cheshire took the top podium position in the Pro class and even made it into the top eight of the Super Pro class; he now sits in contention for the Pro season title. “After my second

Tyre testing at Shropshire school highlights over 30 percent of cars checked had illegal tyres

Falken improves safety and alleviates the financial burden, providing free tyres to the first five cars with illegal or damaged tyres identified at Shropshire schoolShropshire, July 24 2013. An evaluation at a Shropshire primary school found eight out of 25 parents’ cars checked were fitted with illegal tyres. The test, conducted by tyre manufacturer Falken, at Moorfield Primary School in Newport, Shropshire, underlines research undertaken by its UK distributor Micheldever. It found over 56 percent of 8,900 tyres it removed last month had less than the legal requirement of 1.6mm tread depth.

Lights, camera, traction – Falken Motorsports: The Movie, is launched

Created from 25 terabytes of data, Falken releases its much anticipated movie, showcasing Falken Motorsports’ experiences at the 2013 Nürburgring 24 Hours.Offenbach, June 19 2013. Filmed across three countries and on location at the Nürburgring 24 Hours, a wealth of driver interviews, intense racing and pure action make up the newly released Falken Motorsports: The Movie. The 28 minute film telling the entire story of the team’s exploits is now available to view online via sites such as YouTube and Facebook. The tyre manufacturer created the movie to offer a rare insight into the drivers’

Eleven year old racing driver gets Falken support and scores her first victory

Falken supplies tyres to Catherine Harris for her National Ministox Campaign, raising awareness to the youth market about the importance of selecting the right tyres.Offenbach, June 13 2013. An eleven year girl is the latest youngster to gain tyre support from Falken as the Japanese manufacturer expands its presence in UK grass roots motorsport. Complementing its recent announcement to back the ANWCC Under 17s AutoSOLO and the K11 Micra Rally series, the Japanese tyre manufacturer is raising the awareness of the importance of tyres to the next generation of car drivers. Catherine Harris

Falken announces new year-round tyre for all weather conditions

The new EUROALL SEASON AS200 is a multi-talented tyre for use 365 days a year.Offenbach, May 20 2013. Falken's new all-year-round tyre offers improved traction on dry, wet and even snowy roads without compromising on comfort. The EUROALL SEASON AS200 also features significantly reduced tyre rolling noise and shorter braking distances. The tyre will be available at specialist tyre dealers from July 2013 in a total range of 27 dimensions. The EUROALL SEASON AS200 is tailored specifically to the complex requirements of the European market. Four wide and deep longitudinal grooves ensure

Victory for James Deane at the Irish Drifting Championship

James Deane in his new Mazda RX-7 snatches the podium position in first round of the Irish Drifting Championship at Mondello Motorsport Park.Offenbach, April 24 2013. Last Sunday saw some tightly contested drift battles at the Mondello Motorsport Park, with James Deane coming out on top in the first round of the Irish Drifting Championship. In his Falken sponsored Mazda RX-7, the 21-year-old Irishman saw off rivals Gavin Lenihan and Shane O’Sullivan from Team Japspeed, who took 2ndand 3rd place respectively.  Reflecting on his podium finish, Deane says; “We had a great start to the drift

Upgraded Porsche 911 GT3 R and a retained driver line-up confirmed for Falken’s 2013 VLN and Nürburgring 24 Hours campaign

Japanese tyre maker blends proven driver line up, upgraded 997 and new tyres for GT campaignGermany, March 7th 2013. Falken Motorsports is to field its Porsche 997 GT3 R in this year’s VLN and Nürburgring 24 Hours events. A raft of performance upgrades for its Porsche, coupled with an unchanged driver line up of Sebastian Asch, Peter Dumbreck, Wolf Henzler and Martin Ragginger are confirmed, with the clear aim of a top ten finish in the 24 Hour event. Falken Motorsports, headed by experienced team principal Sven Schnabl, has upgraded the Porsche with a new aero package that includes

Falken Tyres secures OE fitment supply for ŠKODA Citigo

ŠKODA Citigo now also comes factory-equipped with Sincera SN831A ECORUN tyres from Falken.Japanese tyre manufacturer Falken continues to increase its OEM business with the announcement that it is to supply ŠKODA’s Citigo with its Sincera SN831A ECORUN tyre. Falken now supplies a 165/70R14 81T tyre to the Czech manufacturer. “The SINCERA SN831A ECORUN is a perfect all-rounder. It provides safety, good durability and a high level of driving comfort that makes it an appealing choice for this sector,” says Markus Bögner, Sales Director of Falken Tyre Europe. “The ongoing expansion of our

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