While it’s sometimes true that “What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas,” what happens in California doesn’t always stay in California - especially when it comes to fuel efficiency requirements for tires. A potential fuel efficiency mandate in "The Golden State" that could have far-reaching impact.

National franchise operation RNR Tire Express had a banner year in 2020 and is poised for an even better 2021. The Tampa. Fla.-based company has agreements in place to open nearly 50 more franchise outlets before the end of the year. Larry Sutton, president of RNR Tire Express, wants 500 franchise locations by 2027. It’s an ambitious target, but well within reach, he says.

Point S Canada is continuing its expansion into Western Canada in partnership with North Country Tire Distributors Ltd.. The company has opened 16 retail locations in western provinces under its Point S and Otobox brands.

Sumitomo Rubber North America Inc. will raise prices on its Falken and Ohtsu passenger, light truck and medium truck tires sold in the United States and Canada up to 10% effective Oct. 1.

AME International has unveiled its new 14401 Heavy Duty Pin Style Jack Stands, which are sold in pairs and have a weight capacity of 22 U.S. tons each.

Yokohama Off-Highway Tires America Inc. has released its popular Yokohama RR42 IND-4 steel-belted radial in the 480/95R25 size. Capable of loads of up to 37,500 pounds at 15 miles per hour and rated for speeds up to 21.7 miles per hour, the tire targets the new class of straddle carriers.

Global Rubber Industries Pvt. Ltd. has made a number of enhancements at its plants in Sri Lanka to optimize its "green manufacturing" processes, a major priority for the company, which sells specialty tires in the United States.

Maxam Tire North America has added two sizes, 30/75-29 and 18.00-25, to its Maxam MS708 line, which is "constantly evolving for wheel loaders operating in the most severe waste, recycling and underground mining applications," according to company officials.