The Bronco comes with only the absolute essentials, making it ripe for customer personalisation by a full line of factory-backed accessories. But then it still has all that make a Bronco a Bronco – standard 4x4, easy to remove doors and roof, optional 35-inch tyres in the Sasquatch Package.
The all-new Bronco Sport is your wilderness guide with four unique series engineered to match the way you experience the outdoors. Each, expertly equipped to get you out there — To the mountain ranges, the woodland trails, and the scenic shores. Your adventure begins in a Bronco Sport, and it never ends.
The Bronco breed was born in 1966, and soon it became a winner, thumping wild hearts everywhere and setting the mould for the modern SUVs.
VOLKSWAGEN PUSHES UP EV RANGE
Volkswagen is on full steam ahead pushing ups its EV range. Reports say the VW Group is planning to spend £64 billion on electric, hybrid and digital technology developments in the next five years. The company is coming up with VD ID.4 and also a variant – the VD ID-5, fully electric crossover family drive. The ID-5 coupe will be available only in Europe, at least for now. VW ID series have been quite a name in the EV market. The ID-3, recently launched in China, is already highly talked about.
The ID-4 US production is soon to start and will soon be followed by UK launch. The new ID 4 GTX is due to reach the UK in the middle of next year.
The ID-5 is basically the revamped version of the 4, with a slanting roof unlike the conventionally designed body of the global model, reports say. The ID 5 range is expected to include single-motor rear drive and dual-motor four-wheel drive, including the top-of-the-line 302bhp performance set-up used in the headlining ID 5 GTX model.
TRAILBLAZER 2021: BOLD AND HI-TECH
The All-New 2021 Trailblazer is bold, spacious and has the technology and capability to help you get up and get out there. And with multiple trims to choose from, your style options are as open as the road ahead.
Its sculpted design and bold proportions give it a fresh, modern feel. And the standard two-tone roof on ACTIV and RS sets you apart from other cars on the road.
The surprisingly spacious interior features a versatile centre console that keeps items within easy reach. Your passengers stay comfortable with best-in-class rear-seat leg room and plenty of spots to store their things.
The 40/60 rear seats fold down to allow for 54.4 cu. ft.† of cargo volume, giving you plenty of space for whatever you want to load up. And for your biggest items, the available front passenger seat folds flat to offer room for objects up to eight and a half feet long.
CADILLAC ESCALADE: CURVED OLED DISPLAY
The 2021 Escalade offers available Super Cruise, the first truly hands-free driver-assistance feature for compatible highways. Super Cruise on Escalade offers several new enhancements, including Lane-Change-on-Demand functionality. Late availability starting early 2021.
The new Escalade has the industry’s first curved OLED display with twice the pixel density of a 4K TV. This leading-edge technology enables bold imagery, perfect blacks and the largest colour range available in the automotive arena.
Bold style is more than expressive–it’s expansive. Cadillac has extended Escalade 8 inches and lowered the floor, resulting in an additional 10.1 inches of third-row leg room.
The front Daytime Running Lamps pulsate twice, the rear LED Light Blades illuminate from bottom to top twice and the Cadillac Crest illuminates on the back of the Curved OLED Display. Additionally, an available puddle lamp with the Cadillac Crest appears in anticipation of your arrival.
The standard hands-free liftgate can be opened with a push on the Cadillac Crest or with a simple kicking gesture. Alternatively, it can also be opened by using your key fob or by pressing the overhead button within the vehicle.
NISSAN ROGUE 2021: A FAMILY AFFAIR
The 2021 Nissan Rogue is very much a crossover, 5-capacity family affair. The upgraded technologies go with the new cool factor with better aerodynamics and higher fuel efficiency. The 2021 Rogue comes in S, SV, and SL trim levels. The 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine, a continuously variable transmission, and front-wheel or all-wheel drive make the upgrade worth the efforts. The compact SUV is 1.2 inches shorter clearance is 0.2 inches lower compared to the earlier edition.
With Nissan’s V-Motion grille design, the front is sleeker. new Rogue features a stacked LED running light and LED headlight arrangement for a sleeker. Nissan calls the Rogue’s cabin a “Family Hub” that provides comfort and utility for all.
Nissan says the 2021 Rogue has a direct-injected version of the SUV’s familiar 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine making 181 horsepower and 181 lb.-ft. of torque. Those figures represent increases of 11 hp and 6 lb.-ft. compared to the previous Rogue.
The Rogue is equipped with standard Nissan Safety Shield 360 advanced driving assistance systems (ADAS), and featuring 10 standard airbags along with what the automaker is describing as “extended crumple zones,” the new 2021 Rogue should prove safe.
Nissan installs a larger 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system in the new Rogue. It sits high on the dashboard where it is easy to reference and use, and Nissan supplies power/volume and tuning knobs for the stereo as well as a row of main menu shortcut buttons for faster access to system features.
Industry Veteran Chris Rhoades Joins MAXAM Tire To Lead Northern Region Sales
- By TT News
- May 09, 2026
MAXAM Tire has named Chris Rhoades as its new Zone Sales Director for the Northern region, a move that underscores the company’s dedication to expanding its footprint and enhancing customer service within the speciality tyre aftermarket. The appointment reflects a broader strategy to strengthen leadership and competitive positioning in the sector.
Rhoades brings over 25 years of international industry experience and a well-established reputation as a leading voice in the tyre business. His leadership credentials include being elected to two separate terms on the Tire Industry Association Board of Directors. Most recently at BKT Tires, he managed strategic growth in complex and highly technical off the road markets, where he aligned regional execution with global strategy, led cross functional teams and consistently delivered measurable revenue increases.
In his new capacity, Rhoades will direct all sales operations across the Northern region, collaborating closely with customers and partners to ensure performance, service and support remain synonymous with the MAXAM Tire brand. His appointment signals a focused effort to drive results through experienced leadership and deep market knowledge.
Jimmy McDonnell, Vice President – Sales and Marketing, MAXAM Tire, said, “We are excited to welcome Chris to the MAXAM team. Chris brings deep industry knowledge, proven leadership and a strong customer-first mindset that will create immediate value for our partners. His experience and vision will play an important role as we continue to grow our presence, strengthen relationships and expend the MAXAM brand across the market.”
Bekaert Announces Leadership Change As Olivier Biebuyck Takes Over As CEO
- By TT News
- May 08, 2026
Bekaert’s Board of Directors has announced the appointment of Olivier Biebuyck as the company’s next Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 June 2026. He brings extensive expertise in leading, expanding and transforming global industrial enterprises through both organic growth and acquisitions, positioning him to drive Bekaert’s future strategic goals.
On that same date, the board will co-opt Biebuyck as a director. Meanwhile, current CEO and board member Yves Kerstens will conclude his mandate on 31 May 2026, having led the company in recent years. He will also step down from his directorship as of that day.
The leadership transition marks a carefully planned succession, with Biebuyck’s track record seen as critical to advancing Bekaert’s long-term ambitions. The changes take effect at the end of May and start of June 2026.
Jürgen Tinggren, Chairman of the Board of Directors, said, “I am proud to announce the appointment of Olivier Biebuyck as CEO of Bekaert. The Board is convinced that he is the right person to lead the transformation of the company in its next chapter. On behalf of the Board and the entire Bekaert team, I would like to express our sincere appreciation to Yves for his leadership, commitment and contribution to the company over the past years, and wish him the very best.”
Biebuyck said, “Bekaert has an impressive history of innovation, business expansion and evolution. I am honoured to take up the role of CEO at Bekaert. I look forward to working closely with the Board, the leadership team and all colleagues around the world to further transform and grow the company and create long term value for all our stakeholders.”
Kerstens said, “It has been a privilege to serve as CEO of Bekaert and to work alongside our colleagues around the world during the past years. I am proud of what we have achieved together and wish Olivier all the best to lead the company in building a strong future.”
GRI Extends Pneumatic Tyre Warranty Coverage To 10 Years
- By TT News
- May 07, 2026
Sri Lanka-based GRI Tires has extended its limited warranty coverage for pneumatic tyres to up to 10 years, effective from 2026, as the specialty tyre manufacturer seeks to strengthen customer assurance across its agricultural, construction and material handling businesses.
The revised warranty policy applies to all GRI-branded pneumatic tyres manufactured on or after January 1, 2025, and covers customers in more than 80 countries. The company previously offered warranty coverage of up to seven years.
Under the updated policy, agricultural radial tyres will be covered for up to 10 years, while agricultural bias tyres will receive coverage of up to eight years. Construction, earthmover, industrial, material handling, port and mining tyres will be covered for up to five years, subject to terms and conditions.
GRI said warranty protection would cover qualifying defects, with credit issued on a pro-rated basis.
For qualifying failures occurring within the first three years, and where radial tyre wear does not exceed 20 per cent, customers will receive a full replacement credit.
The warranty applies exclusively to the original end-use purchaser.
“This enhanced 10-year warranty is more than a policy update — it is a statement of our conviction in the quality of every tire we manufacture,” said Barry Guildford, global commercial director at GRI.
“We build tires to perform in the most demanding conditions, and we stand behind them.”
Customers can submit warranty claims through authorised GRI dealers and distributors, or directly through the company’s customer support channels.
GNH Appoints Martin Rathke As Managing Director Of Nordmann Subsidiary
- By TT News
- May 07, 2026
Georg Nordmann Holding Aktiengesellschaft (GNH) has appointed Martin Rathke as Managing Director of its subsidiary Nordmann (Nordmann, Rassmann GmbH), effective 1 May 2026. The move marks a strategic step in the company’s ongoing leadership development.
Rathke joins with considerable leadership experience and deep knowledge of international sales and distribution within the chemical distribution sector. His career includes years of service in a family-owned enterprise, where he held senior management roles with global responsibility. He will now share leadership duties with Ulrich Cramer, who remains in his position, and together they aim to form a closely aligned team to advance Nordmann’s strategic direction.
The joint leadership will focus on accelerating global expansion through targeted strategic, organic and inorganic growth while optimising existing operations and continuously refining the company’s portfolio strategy. Backed by the commitment of its shareholders, Nordmann seeks to strengthen its international presence and evolve into a global player in the chemical distribution industry.
Irina Zschaler, CEO of Georg Nordmann Holding Aktiengesellschaft, said, “Martin brings exactly the combination of entrepreneurial mindset, international experience and leadership strength that we value in our relationships and for our path to grow. Our collaboration is based on responsibility, integrity and the aspiration to create added value together for all involved and the entire group. We are therefore very much looking forward to welcoming our full Nordmann team.”
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