Core wheel

While this business was not aligned with our core wheel, tyre, assembly and undercarriage businesses, we are excited for the opportunity this sale creates for the employees and customers who will now be a part of Dexter Axle.'

A two-year, USD150m investment programme was launched by Accuride in 2011 to restructure and expand its core wheel and wheel-end component operations and to upgrade the capabilities of each of its four business units.

"The sale will allow Hayes Lemmerz to focus on growing its core wheel business.

CBN-plated steel core wheel acts more like a cutter than a grinding wheel.

With the addition of Mefro Wheels, Accuride doubles its core wheels business to become a USD1.2bn global commercial vehicle wheel and wheel-end component supplier employing around 5,000 people and operating 16 manufacturing and assembly facilities across eight countries in North America, Europe and Asia.

The shorter one-piece bar is designed for younger riders, while metal core wheels, a flex brake, and a tough lightweight aluminum deck mean you will be able to get started laying down stunts safely, with absolute confidence in your scooter.

"In larger economies they are known as core wheels of economies, and in our economy they are known as the backbone of the economy where figures strongly trade in investment and financial growth," C the governor said.