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Southern Tire Mart Buys 46 GCR Stores and 6 Retread Plants
Southern Tire Mart LLC is buying 46 GCR Tires & Service (GCR) stores and six GCR retread plants from Bridgestone Americas Inc.
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How Technology Can Meet Opportunities in the Global Tire Industry
Only the smartest tires can meet the new demands for durability, data collection and lower rolling resistance. James Popio of Smithers Rapra, a provider of testing and consulting services to the rubber and plastics industry, looks at the forces shaping tomorrow's tires.
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Selling Tires in the Real World: Dr. Tire in South Carolina Separates Fact From Fiction
Owners Joe and Robert Bostick play up their store’s association with a popular television sitcom in their marketing. It's fun, memorable and always spotlights the service that draws customers to the Dr. Tire store in Estill, S.C.
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Long Haul Steer Tire Joins Cooper Pro Series
Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. has added a long haul steer (LHS) tire to its Cooper Pro Series.
Goodyear Will Cut Jobs and Modernize Plants in Germany
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. plans to upgrade and automate two of its tire manufacturing facilities in Germany to increase production of premium tires 17 inches and larger. But the modernization of the plants comes at a cost for workers — about 1,100 jobs will be eliminated.
TIA Picks a New Hotel for 2019 SEMA Show
It's apparently never too early to plan for the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show and Global Tire Expo, because the Tire Industry Association (TIA) is already gearing up for a new venue for events in November 2019.
US Motor Works Is Honored for Increasing Parts Coverage
US Motor Works LLC has received a WITTDTJR (What It Takes To Do The Job Right) award from AutoZone Inc.'s Mexico division.
RNR Tire Express Gave Back in a Big Way in 2018
In projects big and small nationwide, RNR Tire Express (RNR) and its franchisees donated $1 million to those in need in 2018. There were cash donations, drives to help those affected by hurricanes, and gifts of cars, tires and school supplies along the way.
ASA Will Preview TireMaster Software Update at 2019 Conference
ASA Automotive Systems Inc. will host its 21st software user conference April 7-10, 2019, in Schaumburg, Ill.
Nominate a Student for FutureTechs Rock Awards by March 27
The nonprofit TechForce Foundation is accepting nominations for the 2019 FutureTechs Rock Awards through March 27, 2019 at 4:00 pm PT.
ATMC's 2019 Training Conference Will Be April 9-11
A new track of workshops for automotive industry training developers will be part of the 2019 ASE Training Managers Council (ATMC) conference April 9-11 in Grapevine, Texas.
Giti Introduces GT Radial Maxtour LX in 42 Sizes
The new GT Radial Maxtour LX grand touring tire is available in 42 sizes for 15- to 20-inch rims. The sizes cover fitments for the top 20 passenger and crossover vehicles sold in the U.S.
No Joke: Michelin Will Launch Agilis CrossClimate on April 1
A new heavy-duty light truck tire designed specifically for 3/4- and 1-ton pickup trucks and vans will be available in the U.S. and Canada from Michelin North America Inc. on April 1, 2019.
Continental Restructures Top Management Ahead of 2020 Reorganization
The latest step in Continental AG’s reorganization, which is set to be implemented in 2020, involves the top leadership of the company’s tire and automotive sectors.
Tire Dealer Stu Zurcher Has Died
Tire dealer Stuart “Stu” Zurcher died Wednesday, March 13, 2019. He was 72.
BCA Stocking Promotion Will Reward Warehouse Distributors
NTN Bearing Corp. of America is rewarding warehouse distributors who order BCA Bearings products during the BCA Summer Road Trip promotion that begins April 1, 2019.
Denso To Open Distribution Center Near Louisville
Denso Products and Services Americas Inc. is working to better serve and supply its North American customers with the opening of a new distribution center in Jeffersonville, Ind., in the summer of 2019.
TIA Seeks 2019 Hall of Fame Nominations
The Tire Industry Association (TIA) is seeking nominations for the 2019 Tire Industry Hall of Fame.
Invest in Your Business So Potential Buyers Won’t Have To
Of course revenue matters when a potential buyer analyzes a business for possible acquisition. But there are plenty of other factors to consider, too. Let's look at six more.
Rice Tire Buys Central Tire, Ending the Westhafer Family Legacy
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2018 SEMA Show: First Day Attendance Is Encouraging
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