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The 2025 MTD examines the 100 largest independent tire dealerships in the U.S.
The 2025 edition of the MTD 100, our list of the largest independent tire dealerships in the U.S., is now available.
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The long-term impact of tariffs is still unknown.
Omnisource
“Across all categories, we’ll bring in new products during the rest of 2025 and into 2026, which will be buttressed further by beefed-up testing capabilities,” says G.S. Sareen, CEO of Omnisource, which makes and markets Radar brand tires.
PCTNA
'We believe that high-quality products at lower price points are resonating with both consumer and commercial customers,' says Samuel Felberbaum, president of Prinx Chengshan Tire North America.
Butler Tires and Wheels
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Cowser Tire and Service
Kevin Davis, owner of Cowser Tire and Service, says he was introduced to the tire industry at a very early age, which fueled his love for the market. (Pictured, Cowser Tire and Service's recent toy drive)
July 10, 2025
Fitment Group
'What we're looking for - what we're hoping for - is stability,' says JP Brooks, Fitment Group's chief revenue officer.
June 26, 2025
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MTD Columnist Craig Van Batenburg says tire dealers need to operate and offer repair services to customers in all sectors of the vehicle world, and that includes EVs. The rollback of California’s EV mandate doesn’t change that there are EVs on the road and Van Batenburg says once customers invest in an EV “90% stay that way.”
June 12, 2025
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Retail

Yokohama Tire Corp.
The Geolandar A/T4 G018's newly expanded range includes 33 newly added Euro-metric and P-metric sizes to go along with the 67 LT-metric sizes, according to Yokohama officials.
Yokohama Tire Corp.'s Geolandar A/T4 G018 light truck tire is now available in 100 sizes.
July 10, 2025
Transamerica Tire Co. Ltd.
The new tire features three main grooves and curved lateral channels for rapid water evacuation and wet-weather, deep sipes in the inner shoulder and central tread blocks for improved wet traction and dry cornering stability and a solid circumferential rib adjacent to the outer shoulder blocks for boosts in handling response and straight-line stability.
Transamerica Tire Co. Ltd. has launched its Comptrax PR1 A/S, an ultra high-performance all-season tire under its Predator brand.
July 8, 2025
Photo: Hunter Engineering Co.
Generally speaking, the LT-metric assemblies do not have the weight placement restrictions that are common with the HP/UHP assemblies,” says Hunter’s Meyer. “Proper balance and road force measurement are still important on these assemblies.”
MTD talked with automotive service equipment industry experts for tips, recommendations and best practices for mounting and balancing HP/UHP tire and wheel combinations.
July 7, 2025
Photo: Miller Tire Commercial, Ag and OTR Point S
Miller Tire Commercial, Ag and OTR Point S outgrew its original standalone facility where it showcased wheels and performed most of its wheel lifts, so the company relocated that portion of the business to its larger commercial tire service property.
When Adam Miller first started working in the tire industry 23 years ago, the highlight of his day was helping a driver customize his or her vehicle with a new tire and wheel ...
July 3, 2025

Commercial

Michelin North America
The Michelin X Line Grip D “is a revolutionary leap forward in drive tire innovation that provides exceptional mileage, lasting traction and features a durable casing designed to reach up to one million miles with up to four retreads,' say Michelin North America Inc. officials.
Michelin North America Inc.’s new Michelin X Line Grip D drive tire delivers 20% more miles than the Michelin XDN2.
July 8, 2025
TBR tire suppliers say tariffs will create even more uncertainty in the market, further complicating forecasts for the second half of 2025.
In this MTD exclusive, manufacturers and suppliers discuss how tariffs are impacting the TBR tire market.
July 8, 2025
Sailun
“Designed with durability and performance in mind, the SDM80 provides exceptional resistance to wear and tear in severe service environments,' say Sailun Tire Americas officials.
The new SDM80 medium truck tire from Sailun Tire Americas has been designed for high-scrub mixed service applications.
July 8, 2025
Fountain Tire
The addition of the former Benson Tire retreading plant in London, Ontario, gives Fountain Tire six retread plants in total.
Fountain Tire has expanded it retreading operation after acquiring the Benson Tire retread plant in London, Ontario.
July 2, 2025

Wholesale/Distribution

ATD
'ATD now operates with a clean balance sheet, sufficient liquidity and the full endorsement of our ownership group,' say ATD officials.
American Tire Distributors Inc. (ATD) "has navigated one of the most significant transitions in our company’s history," begins a recent open letter from ATD management.
June 30, 2025
Michelin North America Inc.
Michelin says as of July 1 American Tire Distributors Inc. (ATD) will no longer be an authorized distributor of its tire brands.
Michelin North America Inc. says American Tire Distributors Inc. (ATD) will no longer be an authorized dealer of Michelin tire brands.
June 17, 2025
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Tire Group International LLC will distribute Yokohama brand tires in three states.
Tire Group International LLC has announced it will be an authorized distributor for Yokohama tires in Florida, Oregon and Washington.
June 30, 2025
MTD
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. is no longer utilizing ATD as a distributor for its Cooper and Mickey Thompson branded products.
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. says American Tire Distributors Inc. is no longer distributing its Cooper and Mastercraft branded tires.
June 2, 2025

Suppliers

Smithers
Hope Pegues, performance engineer at Michelin North America Inc., will speak during Smithers' upcoming Traction Summit.
Smithers’ Traction Summit, which will take place Aug. 12-13, continues to expand its line-up of speakers.
July 10, 2025
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Continental Tire the Americas LLC is asking consumers to share memories of their first cars.
Continental Tire the Americas LLC is asking consumers to share memories of their first cars via its new "My First Car, My First Tires" campaign.
July 10, 2025
BKT
'To strengthen our support towards customers and dealers, we have a wide range of initiatives aimed at delivering added value,' says Arvind Poddar, chairman and managing director, BKT.
BKT remains committed to its long-term growth strategy, says Arvind Poddar, the company’s chairman and managing director.
July 3, 2025
Continental
'Our commitment to our U.S.-based tire dealer network is unwavering,' says Tansu Isik, CEO of Continental Tire the Americas LLC.
Continental is finalizing its “stand-alone strategy,” says Tansu Isik, the company's CEO, in this MTD exclusive.
July 2, 2025

Operations

Virginia Tire & Auto
'By refocusing on accountability, quality and the link between pay and production, you can preserve the value of flat rate pay while navigating the realities of a changing labor market,' says O'Connor. 'It’s not just about paying more. It’s about paying smarter.'
Dealers must now re-evaluate how they structure pay and incentives to regain control of profitability.
July 9, 2025
Chapel Hill Tire
'Well-located auto service real estate with strong tenancy and long lease terms is drawing significant attention from real estate investment trusts, private capital and 1031 exchange buyers,' says Strandberg.
Independent tire dealerships that control their real estate have a unique opportunity to monetize both sides of their operation.
July 9, 2025
MTD
'A majority of tire dealers indicate tire prices increased in the month of May — 56.2% of dealers — which matches the commentary we heard from Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. executives and others in recent months,' says Healy.
Reports from tire dealers suggest that retail sellout trends for May were again negative.
June 23, 2025
Sailun Tire Americas
'Before you pay for a charger at your store, check with your electricity provider and see if there are any incentives that may offset the cost,' says Van Batenburg.
Offering EV chargers can create a memorable experience for customers.
July 9, 2025

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