Tyre news

Goodyear announce that their 167/70 SRx10 Mini radial-ply rally tyre is now in full production and available through Goodyear rally specialists throughout the country. It is a tubed tyre for 4-5 1/2 J rims, the UK retail price being £9.35. The tube costs £1.16.

India have a new GT radial tyre aimed at car owners who want a performance tyre without extra cost. It has a block-pattern tread and especially supple side walls, enabling full tread width to contact the ground. Sizes range from 145SR-10 to 175SR-13, prices beginning at £7.71. Those who buy these India GT tyres become eligible for membership of a club which offers badge, purchasing advantages of utility accessories, ties, etc. and a club rally jacket costing £8.50 retail, but £4.95 to members. Membership forms are attached to all India GT radials and we understand that a full-time club secretary has been appointed.