P Zero Corsa tyres, developed specifically for use on the track as well as the road, are also available, featuring a compound derived from Pirellis motorsport experience. Nieto (Kawasaki) 2m03.00s;8. And for the car of the future, Pirelli together with leading car manufacturers has introduced a specific type of tyre distinguished by the Elect marking and developed in line with the Perfect Fit strategy. Thats racing. This information including temperature and pressure, constantly monitored and transmitted in real time is vital when it comes to safety. "In a positive but challenging scenario from a technical point of view, and in view of the increased level of participation that in 2010 will in all probability see at least eight manufacturers present and at least 32 permanent bikes on the World Superbike grid, we are comforted by the fact that we can count on a tyre supplier who has demonstrated that it can guarantee total excellence from every point of view. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. In the case of the McLaren, some of these functions have been specifically selected for use on a race track. BOSS GP, the fastest race series in Europe and one of the most spectacular series in the international motorsport world. maximising the temperature window where the tyre performs best. Sign up with your email address to receive U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association news and updates. For example, a car equipped with Pirellis Cyber Tyre system can alert a driver that they need to check tyre pressures in order to continue driving safely. For the first time in the world, a new car fits tyres with sensors that can talk to a car as standard. Drivers can additionally be told when to cool their tyres again. Im delighted. Look out the window and watch the flow of cars whizzing along the street without a noise may not be a dream with the advent of new electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, the most important trend in the automotive sector in the coming years. To inquire about corporate membership, please contact USTMA offices at (202) 682-4800 or info@ustires.org. So, from all of us here at Ultimate Motorcycling, we hope you enjoy this episode! If youre interested to watch a quick video on the Honda RC213V-S on track, click here. Motorsports is in Pirellis DNA. This delivers the three benefits explained above: low rolling resistance, reduced road noise and immediate grip even with the Taycans impressive power and low-down torque to enhance drivability: all in perfect safety. . Thanks to their softer compound, these winter tyres deliver excellent road holding and traction, which is particularly challenging with electric cars. "The renewal of the contract is a great satisfaction for us and is above all the result of all the work we have done until today" commented Guglielmo Fiocchi, Managing Director of Pirelli Tyres, Business Unit Moto. Pirelli has renewed its contract to supply control tyres to the World Superbike field until 2012 which also includes all support races. The Italian tyre manufacturer can draw on a wealth of experience in developing tyres to meet the high demands of motorsport: Pirelli is currently the supplier of the Formula 1 World Championship, the GT3 World Challenge and, from 2021, the World Rally Championship. "A championship for production-based motorbikes is a championship that perfectly matches Pirellis philosophy, summed up in our slogan We sell what we race, we race what we sell. 1163, Modena, Italy, Companies Register of Modena, VAT and Tax number 00159560366 and share capital of Euro 20,260,000. Tyres can be ordered from BOSS GP partner Reifen Hollerweger. The tyres have an asymmetric tread pattern, which gives excellent braking performance to guarantee control of the car under all conditions, particularly when its wet. Muggeridge (Honda) 2m02.70s;4. For this reason, Pirelli has created Elect versions of the P Zero Winter as well as the Winter Sottozero 3 and Scorpion Winter for electric and hybrid cars. They also ensure secure braking, all to the advantage of safety. I managed to catch up and, after the first corner, I was third. Here are the advantages that Pirelli tyres guarantee for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. In the first part of the race, I didnt push too hard, and towards the end, I was way off the podium. Check it out at at your local Yamaha dealer, or of course at YamahaMotorsports.com. As connectivity between vehicles comes online, a car will be able to advise other driverless cars about an imminent potential hazard. As a result, the alerts that each driver receives are altered too. They advise the teams on the correct use of the tyres. Prometeon Tyre Group manufactures and sells tires especially for industry, transport of goods and passengers, and AGRO and OTR applications. Prometeon operates across the globe and it is driven by principles of internationalism and multiculturalism. Pirellis engineers developed a specific P Zero Elect tyre for the Taycan, now available as original equipment, to capitalize on the cars phenomenal performance, with a specific compound, construction and tread pattern design. Rome, GA 30161, 2020, U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association. ", First day times: 1. All BOSS GP tyres are produced at the Pirelli Formula 1 factory in Romania. Exclusively for drivers and teams of Europes most exciting racing series. Cyber Tyre technology offers a plethora of information to the car and driver: the tyres passport the type of tyre, whether its a winter or summer version, prescribed pressure, load index and speed rating as well as current running information, such as temperature and pressure. Our products and services are the result of passion and commitment for quality, safety, sustainability, and innovation. It was really tricky to hold the position, especially with the tyres, but in the end, I managed it, and it feels great to climb the podium again. Alternatively, when its time to change the type of tyres which often carry a different speed rating from summer to winter the car alerts the driver when the maximum speed for that tyre has been reached. Martin (Foggy PETRONAS Racing) 2m04.70s. Title picture: Matteo Braga from Pirelli with the 2020 BOSS GP tyreCredit: Michael Jurtin/BOSS GP. The new P Zero BOSS GP can be identified from the outside by two indicators: One is the purple sidewall, the other the imprinted label BGP. Hello everyone and welcome once again to the Ultimate Motorcycling podcastMotos and Friends. Steve finished the day 10th of the top Superbike World Championship riders taking part in the test, organised by series tyre manufacturer, Pirelli. Paolo Flammini, CEO of FGSport, added: "The first five years of working with Pirelli have provided results that go beyond all of our highest expectations, from the point of view of the quality of the product, the service and the profound commitment by Pirelli to development. In the second segment, I chat with another one of my good buddies and riding friends from HondaMike Snyder. These systems is constantly evolving, in the same way that autonomous driving systems are also becoming more and more advanced. We work together, embracing this great diversity as an integral part of our culture in Prometeon. These maximize efficiency and reduce costs, thanks to our strong partnerships with major Original Equipment Manufacturers and our collaboration with dealers and service partners, Get in touch if you have any questions for us. Christian Brunsborg, runner-up Trofeo Pirelli AM: I secured another second place even though I was hoping for a win in the end. Toseland (Honda) 2m03.00s ; 7. Continuous investment in R&D is at the heart of Prometeon Technology, offering the market integrated and multi-branded technologically innovative products and services. The Pirelli Cyber Tyre system will represent the future of tyres: capable of giving cars a sense of touch by allowing them to identify or predict potentially hazardous situations such as loss of grip and aquaplaning, which means that the cars electronics can promptly intervene. Mat Vboh, second place Trofeo Pirelli: This is my first time on the Trofeo Pirelli podium, and it is a great honour to conquer it on my home circuit. Even if they are driven in the harshest winter conditions, their drivers require the best possible performance. 2022 TYRE COMPOUND CHOICES GRAPHICS WHAT WE LEARNEDFerrari was quickest in both free practice sessions today, with Carlos Sainz topping, THE TYRES ON TRACKThe Hungarian Grand Prix marks the halfway point of the year before the. Pirellis engineers have developed bespoke P Zero tyres for the McLaren Artura in 235/35Z R19 size at the front and 295/35 R20 size at the back together with McLarens own engineers. One of the few moto journalists based on the East Coast, Ron Lieback joined the motorcycle industry as a freelancer in 2007 and is currently Editor at Large at Ultimate Motorcycling. Driving a Porsche Taycan is a unique experience, even when temperatures drop below seven degrees centigrade and summer tyres are no longer able to perform at their best. Finally, an immediate grip to bite into the asphalt instantly, putting the power down for a quick getaway. Drivers can also be notified about when the tyres have reached optimal temperature, allowing them to access the correct window to extract the maximum possible performance out of the car-tyre package. This tyre is designed to help experienced drivers achieve faster lap times and make it easier for less experienced drivers to handle the black gold. Pitt (Yamaha) 2m03.00s;6. Craig, on his first outing at the undulating circuit on the PETRONAS FP1 enjoyed a fruitful first day after solving early set-up problems when trying one of the latest development Pirelli tyres. Motos and Friends is brought to you by the Yamaha YZF-R7the comfortable supersport machine that is as capable on the racetrack as it is on the street. Successfully competing in motorsports since 1907, Pirelli is currently the exclusive supplier of the Formula 1 championship, the Superbike world championship, and many other championships around the world. The data supplied from the sensors is processed by software created by Pirelli that is integrated into the cars electronics. Pirelli has a commercial presence inover 160 countries and 19manufacturing sites in 12countries. 15 Jones (Foggy PETRONAS Racing) 2m06.59s. "We are also delighted to be able to confirm a further element of stability for the championship, which alongside a package of technical regulations that is as valid today as in the medium term, now also has a definite horizon until 2012 from the point of view of tyre supply.". Towards the end of the session Chris Walker gave me a bit of a tow and I was about a second up on my best time when the session was red-flagged, so things are looking really promising for tomorrow. But then I tried a 2006 tyre which had loads more grip - it was in a different league. All three of these tyres for the McLaren Artura can be distinguished by their MC-C markings on the sidewalls, which indicates the unique development that has been carried out by Pirelli especially for McLaren, using Cyber Tyre technology. Mike was in the marketing department at Honda for several years before he retired a couple years ago. Another key advantage is noise reduction, for ultimate comfort and to emphasize the quiet inside the cabin. However, the Australian was still able to better his fastest race lap of last year by 1.2 seconds with a time of 2:04.70. Some information can be seen on the dashboard and the central display; other information is used by the cars electronics to calibrate the driver alert systems based on the exact characteristics of the tyres and their status. There is also another feature that is worth mentioning: a special structure designed to support the weight of a battery-powered vehicle. www.bikesportnews.com is the racing website for all the BSB and MotoGP racing news from across the world. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. The jobs entrusted to the driver today assessing the level of grip provided by the road surface and weather conditions will be increasingly handed over to the tyres, meaning that the car will automatically slow down when conditions become slippery, with driver aids activated to increase safety. The information is also delivered, with greater precision compared to traditional sensors on the valve, as the Pirelli transmitting sensors are in direct contact with the actual tyres rather than the wheel rims. 57% of our people are #millennials, from more than 25 different countries and the average age is 38 years. The P Zero 2020 100 Pirelli Drive Wherever we see passion, wherever we experience emotion, we must be at home and we feel that in BOSS GP!, says Hummer. ", Steve said: "It was a frustrating day as I had to sit out most of the afternoon as engines needed to be changed in both my bikes. I can say that the tyres definitely affected the outcome of the race. The new slick tyre has been developed with the aim of First and foremost is low rolling resistance, which increases the driving range while reducing consumption. absorbs the temperature faster and stores it longer than the previous tyre example after safety car periods. In this weeks first segment, Senior Editor Nic de Sena finally gets to ride the Aprilia RS 660 at Laguna Seca no lesspretty much the perfect track environment for Aprilias brilliant middleweight sport bike. However, having said that, everyone acknowledges that the RS660 an awesome motorcycle on the roadbut its not a supersport machine, so could it be just a little out of its depth on the track? Copyright 2022 Pirelli & C. S.p.A. - P.IVA: 00860340157 - v. 2.1.25 IP1. His insights into a couple of the models and technologies developed during his tenure are interesting to hear. Aprilia RS660 at Laguna + Mike Snyder of Honda, BikeMaster 2-In-1 Tire Gauge | QuickShift, Noru Kuki Mesh Jacket Review [Summer Motorcycle Apparel], BMW G 310 GS Review: 40 Years GS Edition Urban Adventure Motorcycle, 2022 BMW R 18 Transcontinental Test: A 3130-Mile Texas Tour. Development that ensures present needs and future generations abilities. The company manufactures, distributes and markets original equipment and replacement tires for export and domestic car/motorcycle applications. Back in November of 2019, Pirelli was the first tyre company in the world to share information relating to road surfaces over the 5G network, thanks to sensor-equipped intelligent tyres. The car in question is the McLaren Artura complete with sensor-equipped tyres: a hybrid supercar packed with technology for an even safer and more involved driving experience. Pirelli Tire North America (PTNA) includes the Modular Integrated Robotized System (MIRS) facility and research and development center at its Rome, Georgia headquarters, a state-of-the-art manufacturing plant in Silao, Mexico, sales and marketing offices in New York City, Los Angeles, Detroit, Montreal and Mexico City, and a prestige flagship store in Los Angeles. For example, Pirelli Cyber Tyre allows the driver to adapt tyre pressures to obtain better performance on track based on their individual driving style. The heart of the group's technological innovation are Research and Development centres in Italy, Brazil and Turkey, where researchers and engineers mix the knowledge accumulated in decades of experience and passion, with the creativity of young people from universities and startups, to produce what we call "Prometeon Engineered Technology". The last race in the top class of the Ferrari Challenge offered many variables and a great spectacle on the track, as confirmed by the participants who mounted the podium alongside the two winners, Niccol Schir and Ange Barde. Walker (Kawasaki) 2m02.20s; 3. The new tyre is exclusively for registered teams and drivers for races in the BOSS GP series. Pirelli presents a new dry tyre for the 2020 season in the BOSS GP series. Hes also quite the rider himselfan ex-club racer who although hes hung up his racing leathers, hes now a guy who really enjoys his foreign touring exploits too. The dimension 245/660 R13 is used at the front, at the rear axle 325/660 R13. Officially established in 2017 as a spin-off from the industrial division of PIRELLI Tyre, Prometeon starts its path producing and selling PIRELLI branded tires. compound. Roger Grouwels, third place Trofeo Pirelli AM: This time I didnt have a good qualifying session, and in fact, I was forced to start from fifth place. The first car to fit Elect-marked tyres is the Porsche Taycan. Bayliss (Ducati Xerox) 2m01.50s;2. This is revolutionizing the way of designing and manufacturing tires for industrial vehicles, Prometeon Tyre Group is the only tire manufacturer specialized in goods and people transport also active in agro and off-the-road tires field. With six laps to go, I tried to take first, but my opponent was faster and won the duel. We are looking for people with open-mindedness, strong willingness to learn, grow and continuously raise the bar. 2022 TYRE COMPOUND CHOICES BELGIUM, 2022 TYRE COMPOUND CHOICES BELGIUM, NETHERLANDS, ITALY, THE SPA 24 HOURS: AN OBSTACLE RACE FOR CARS AND TYRES, Razgatlioglu Emperor and the new Pirelli SC0 Empress of Most, Love at first sight for the new Pirelli SC0 development tyre and Race 1 goes to Bautista. Copyright 2022 Pirelli & C. S.p.A. - P.IVA: 00860340157 - v. 2.1.25 IP1. The specific functionality of Cyber tyres is chosen and defined by the manufacturers adopting them for each model. As before, the Pirelli tyre works on Formula 1 cars as well as on Formula 2 cars (formerly GP2) and WSbR cars. So we haven't really had much of a chance to work through the various tests we had planned. My name is Arthur Coldwells. He is also the author of 365 to Vision: Modern Writer's Guide (How to Produce More Quality Writing in Less Time). All this adds up to a genuine sense of touch delivered by the only part of the car in contact with the road: its tyres. The Pirelli Logo Trademark Is Owned By Pirelli & C. S.P.A. And Used Under License. The fitting will comply with Formula 1 standards and Pirelli engineers will be on site at all BOSS GP events. These bespoke winter tyres are distinguished by M+S symbols accompanied by the 3PMSF (three-peak mountain snowflake) logo. The strategy of trying to preserve the tyres in the early laps paid off. The rain tyre Cinturato remains unchanged. Ferrari N.V. - Holding company - A company under Dutch law, having its official seat in Amsterdam, the Netherlands and its corporate address at Via Abetone Inferiore No. The next step will be tyres connected to a network with other vehicles and the surrounding infrastructure. I still lead the overall standings by a good margin, although I would have preferred to be on the top step of the podium. This is to reduce the risk of spins when the tyres cool down, for This is possible because the tyre has been specifically conceived to suit the unique performance characteristics of electric cars. Kagayama (Suzuki) 2m04.50s; 10. But he was only able to complete 29 laps throughout the day and was forced to sit out much of the afternoon session after two engine failures. For winter, the McLaren Artura benefits from unique P Zero Winter tyres specifically designed to match its characteristics, with a tailor-made compound and tread pattern design that guarantees performance similar to the P Zero summer tyre. Lanzi (Ducati Xerox) 2m03.70s;9. In electric cars, the engine is no longer the primary source of noise, so combatting sound frequencies produced by the tyres is the key to creating a very silent atmosphere. I fought, but in the end, I also let Mat through. Copyright (C) 2022 Prometeon Tyre Group S.R.L. Porsche Taycan is first to use them. He said: "It's one of those circuits where you can really enjoy doing lots of laps. I started slowly but was consistently improving until I hit a bit of a brick wall with the set-up. This tyre has to work at five degrees in Hockenheim, but also at 38 degrees in Monza.. Copyright 2022 Pirelli & C. S.p.A. - P.IVA: 00860340157 - v. 2.1.25 IP1. Launched at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show and available as Original Equipment for the most advanced cars on the road, the Elect marking offers a number of advantages. Environment and innovation are two fundamental aspects of the new mobility and Pirelli Elect offers a rich contribution on both fronts. This world premiere when it comes to original equipment is thanks to Pirellis Cyber Tyre system, made up of a sensor in each tyre that gathers vital data for safe driving, linked to software integrated into the cars onboard computer. We have great faith in FGSport and in this championship, we know that there is still room for further growth and we are convinced that we can help bring it about together.". The Latest Motorcycle Racing News: Bike Sport News is the place for everything you need to know in the motorcycle racing world, from British Superbikes, World Superbikes and MotoGP. Pirelli focuses its business on the high end, premium product segment where it is a world leader. Each tire is the result of #PrometeonTechnology engineering work focused on innovation with the aim of offering the right solution to our customers, There are more than 7,300 people in the #PrometeonFamily. Having said that I am already a lot faster on race tyres than I was last year here so, with a smooth run tomorrow, I am confident of making further progress. Michelle Gatting, third place Trofeo Pirelli: I tried to do everything possible to keep Niccol Schir behind me, but he was faster, and I was struggling with the car. 4, I-41053 Maranello (MO), Italy, registered with the Dutch trade register under number 64060977, Ferrari S.p.A. - A company under Italian law, having its registered office at Via Emilia Est No. Pirellis series consultant Thomas Hummer explains: In order not to increase costs unnecessarily, we only use one tyre compound. Foggy PETRONAS Racing riders Steve Martin and Craig Jones experienced fluctuating fortunes on the first day of a three-day test at the Czech Republic circuit of Brno. Pirelli, headquartered in Milan, Italy, was founded in 1872. We want people who leave a mark. Nowadays, the company is progressively developing a multi-brand and multi-product approach, widening its technological expertise. Just as if there were a proper race engineer in the passenger seat. This was presented at the world-first 5G enhanced ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) services showcase event in Turin. I managed to recover precisely because the tyres were still in good condition. If you are ready for your future JOIN US! Haga (Yamaha) 2m02.70s; 5.