Sullivan Tire Co. Inc.
Sullivan Tire Employee
Nearly three years into its ESOP, Sullivan Tire & Auto Service says employee ownership is strengthening engagement and improving efficiency.
Monro Inc.
'Monro has made significant progress across the business to improve performance, strengthen profitability and enhance the customer experience,' says Monro Inc. President and CEO Peter Fitzsimmons. (Monro operates under a number of banners, including Tire Choice Auto Service Centers.)
Performance Plus Tire
Hank Feldman (left), president of Performance Plus Tire, and his son, Dennis Feldman (right), the company's vice president, continue their family's legacy of providing classic tire and wheel services.
Grismer Tire Co.
Grismer Tire Co. Inc. sign
Montana Tire Distributors
Ryan Anderson, president of Montana Tire Distributors and Montana Tire & Alignment, stands on the site of what will be Montana Tire & Alignment's new retail store, which is under construction.

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Retail

MTD
Sun Auto Tire & Service Inc. will rebrand its recently acquired Main Street Tire & Auto store as a Plaza Tire Service location.
Sun Auto Tire & Service Inc. will rebrand its recently acquired Main Street Tire & Auto store as a Plaza Tire Service location.
May 27, 2026
Leeds West Groups
Leeds West Groups will transform this property in Albuquerque N.M., into a Big O Tires store.
Greenwood Village, Colo.-based Leeds West Groups has acquired a new property in Albuquerque, N.M.
May 19, 2026
Bridgestone Americas
The new Bridgestone Sport EVO tire is now available in Canada and the United States.
Bridgestone Americas Inc. has launched the Bridgestone Sport EVO tire, "engineered for responsive steering, extended longevity and confident wet performance."
May 19, 2026
Sun Auto Tire
Based in Mesa, Ariz., Sun Auto Tire & Service Inc. is one of the largest tire dealerships in the United States with more than 575 outlets, according to MTD research.
Sun Auto Tire & Service Inc. has acquired Quality Tire & Auto in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
May 18, 2026

Commercial

Maxam
'The MS453 PRO is purpose-built to handle the toughest haul road environments,' say Maxam Tire North America officials.
Maxam Tire North America has released a new size, 24.00R35, for its MS453 PRO mining tire for rigid dump truck applications.
May 27, 2026
Continental Tire the Americas LLC
“The ContiTread HDR 5 was engineered to provide predictable handling, dependable traction and the durability fleets rely on to keep vehicles moving and costs under control,' says Shaun Uys, vice president of sales and marketing, Truck Tire RE USA.
Continental Tire the Americas LLC is expanding its retread lineup with the launch of the ContiTread HDR 5.
May 18, 2026
Ralson
Ralson says it 'has committed to a major capital investment that will more than double its TBR manufacturing capacity — a step that positions Ralson to meet rising demand from North American fleets.'
Ralson has manufactured its one millionth TBR tire after three years in the U.S. market and five years after the company broke ground on its plant in India.
May 13, 2026
MTD
When it comes to service calls, “if you don’t feel comfortable, don’t do it,' said Clinton Smith of Richfield, Ohio-based Exit 11 Truck Tire Service.
Frozen lug nuts, bad weather and heavy traffic - these are some of the more mundane surprises that road service technicians can encounter.
May 11, 2026

Wholesale/Distribution

MTD
Ken Langhals, CEO of K&M Tire Inc., was named MTD's Tire Dealer of the Year Award winner in 2025.
MTD is accepting nominations for its prestigious Tire Dealer of the Year Award through May 29.
May 5, 2026
TGI
Tires Easy will donate $20 to Blood Cancer United for every set of four Cosmo tires purchased at www.tires-easy.com.
Tire Group International LLC's Cosmo brand and Tire Easy have launched a month-long campaign to support patients and families impacted by blood cancer.
May 5, 2026
TBC Corp.
Greg Ortega (pictured) will oversee TBC Corp.'s global purchasing strategies and supplier partnerships.
TBC Corp. has promoted Greg Ortega to chief purchasing officer and has named Rachel Tibor chief marketing officer, wholesale.
May 4, 2026
TGI
'This isn’t just about marketing materials,' says Mark Lindsey, Tire Group International LLC's chief strategy officer. 'It's about enabling our partners to bring the Cosmo lifestyle to life in their markets.'
Tire Group International LLC has launched CosmoTiresGear.com, "a one-stop website designed exclusively for its distributors and retailers."
April 28, 2026

Suppliers

BendPak
“The LS45DS is our top-of-the-line balancer, engineered to maximize productivity, minimize mistakes and enhance customer satisfaction,” says Sean Price, director of product development.
The Ranger Division of BendPak is launching the LS45DS sonar wheel balancer for "high-volume" tire and repair shops.
May 27, 2026
Giti Tire
Pictured (from left to right) is Kenny Lee, Giti Tire's vice president of sales, Rainer Zietlow, Guinness World Record holder and Michael Markoff, Giti Tire's executive vice president of sales and marketing.
Rainer Zietlow, a Guinness World Record holder, visited Giti Tire (USA) Ltd.'s Richburg, S.C., manufacturing plant to promote his worldwide journey on Giti tires.
May 21, 2026
Giti Tire
Wai Yeen Phang (center), CEO; Michael Markoff (right), executive vice president, sales and marketing; and David Poling (left), vice president, R&D and technical lead Giti Tire's U.S. operations.
Giti Tire (USA) Ltd. is increasing its U.S. presence through expanded manufacturing technology, a collaborative product development strategy and its “Made in America” commitment...
May 21, 2026
Cole Strandberg
New to NBB, Cole Strandberg (pictured) writes MTD's monthly Mergers & Acquisitions column.
Cole Strandberg, author of MTD's monthly Mergers & Acquisitions column, has joined NBB as a managing director within its auto services practice.
May 20, 2026

Operations

K&M Tire Inc.
'The more responsibility you give people, the more responsible they become,' says Kingman.
Understanding your niche is what will truly set you apart from the other fish in the sea.
May 26, 2026
MTD
'A strong store manager understands how to motivate, inspire and lead the workforce of today,' says Townsend.
Proven ways to increase your tire sales, as well as increase profit in your store.
May 22, 2026
TireSouth
'Your dealership is not compared only to the tire dealer across town,' says O'Connor. 'It’s compared to Amazon, to Starbucks, to the local grocery store and to every other place your customer spends money.'
The difference between stores that struggle and stores that lead is rarely intelligence or opportunity. It is discipline.
May 20, 2026
TireSouth
'In assessing raw material prices, our base average-cost-to-build-a-tire index suggested inputs were up 24.3% for the month of April on a year-over-year basis,' says Healy.
Recent dealer feedback suggests that retail sellout trends have remained softer than many hoped for, indicating underlying demand conditions have yet to improve.
May 19, 2026

Photo Galleries

MTD
Giti Tire (USA) Ltd. welcomed tire dealers and customers to its Richburg, S.C., manufacturing plant for a tour of its facility, R&D center and ride-along opportunity.
Giti Tire (USA) Ltd. recently announced new products and led a U.S. plant tour and ride-along experience for tire dealers and customers. Here's a look!
May 22, 2026
Hankook Tire America Corp.
Hankook Jeep in the mud
Hankook Tire America Corp. gave tire dealers and distributors a firsthand look at its Clarksville, Tenn., plant, Tennessee Proving Grounds and Dynapro lineup.
May 18, 2026
MTD
Linglong Tire Americas Inc. chose a desert landscape with high, rugged rock formations to showcase its latest off-road tire portfolio and roll out its U.S. strategy. The company’s first ride-and-drive event recently took place near Las Vegas, Nev.
Linglong Tire Americas Inc. outlined its growing U.S. strategy and showcased its latest off-road tires at the company's first ride-and-drive experience.
May 15, 2026
MTD
hall of fame panel
From general sessions to the trade show floor, here’s a look at how the Big O Tires family came together from April 14-16 in Louisville, Ky.
April 20, 2026

Products

Maxam Tire North America
“With the addition of the 45/54R45 size, we’re continuing to respond directly to market needs while expanding access to a proven loader tire,” says Jimmy McDonnell, vice president of sales and marketing at Maxam Tire North America.
Maxam Tire North America is adding a new 45/65R45 size in the MS406 E4/L4 OTR tire line.
April 7, 2026
ATD
The new Ironman iMOVE Sport G2 is available in 17 sizes for wheels ranging from 18 inches to 21 inches in diameter, 'covering many of today’s most popular sedans, crossovers and SUVs,' say American Tire Distributors officials.
New new Ironman iMOVE Sport G2 from American Tire Distributors is an all-season ultra-high performance tire designed for select electric vehicles and other cars.
April 3, 2026
Petlas
The new PtxMD51 is built to perform in environments 'where wear, impact, and cut risks are consistently high,' say Petlas Tire Corp. officials.
Petlas Tire Corp. has expanded its OTR tire range with the launch of the PtxMD51, a new L-5 type tire developed for underground mining loaders and trucks.
April 3, 2026
Tire Group International LLC (TGI)
The tire, which became available in the U.S. in Q4 of 2025, is engineered to meet the demands of performance and touring products with an extended tread life, increased traction on the road and lower rolling resistance.
Tire Group International LLC (TGI) says it is elevating its Cosmo Tires brand with the EV-ready Kurrent tire, nicknamed "The Touring Kat."
March 26, 2026

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