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The 2026 California Tire Dealers Association/1-800 EveryRim OEM Wheels New Year luncheon will take place on Jan. 29.
Scott Highfill, who is celebrating 50 years in the tire industry, will be inducted into the California Tire Dealers Association Hall of Fame at the group's Jan. 29 luncheon.
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“Combining our organizations is another step foward to becoming the industry’s leading, most trusted provider of tires and service in all of our geographic markets,” said Cheryl Gossard, president of K&M Tire.
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'At the end of the day, we need farmers to grow food,' said Jamey Smart, vice president, North America, Firestone Ag (pictured at K&M Tire Inc.'s annual meeting in Overland Park, Kan.)
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For many consumers, 'tires are a low-engagement buy,' Prize Udo, product training manager, Pirelli Tire North America Inc., told K&M Tire Inc. meeting attendees.
O&M Point S Tire and Auto/Emmy Brooke
O&M Point S Tire and Auto, one of more than 400 Point S dealerships throughout the United States, has been in business for more than 73 years.

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Retail

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Leeds West Groups plans to open a Big O Tires store on the pictured plot of land in Waukee, Iowa.
Greenwood Village, Colo.-based Leeds West Groups will build a Big O Tires location in Waukee, Iowa.
Jan. 26, 2026
Andy's Group
Founded more than 100 years ago, Valley Tire has three locations. (Pictured, the dealership's outlets in Kentville and Bridgewater, Nova Scotia.)
Halifax, Nova Scotia-based Andy's Group will aquire Valley Tire, a dealership with three locations in Nova Scotia, on Feb. 2.
Jan. 19, 2026
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In 2002, Lauren Young was inducted into the Northwest Tire Dealers Hall of Fame, recognizing his impact as an independent dealer and industry leader.
Lauren Young, founder of Lauren Young Tire Center in Roseburg, Ore., recently died. He was 92 years old.
Jan. 18, 2026
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Designed as an industry-wide hub, the UAC 'provides a center for shared standards, education, events and peer-to-peer collaboration,' say Revv officials.
Revv has announced the formation of the United ADAS Collective, an organization that serves the "ADAS calibration community."
Jan. 15, 2026

Commercial

Tireco Inc.
The new Milestar TBR tire line-up provides 'comprehensive coverage for long-haul, regional, pickup and delivery and mixed-service operations,' say Tireco Inc. officials.
Tireco Inc. has introduced the next generation of its Milestar commercial truck tire line-up, covering steer, drive, trailer and all-position applications.
Jan. 15, 2026
The Ralson RMR51's features include integrated sipes for all-weather traction and cooler running for extended tread life.
Love’s Travel Stops has added two Ralson commercial truck tires to its offerings.
Jan. 8, 2026
Continental
The size addition 'is designed to meet the needs of urban and regional fleets operating in high-scrub environments, where dependable performance in stop and go conditions is essential,' say Continental officials.
Continental Tire the Americas LLC has added size 245/70R19.5 to its HDR 5 and HSR 5 19.5-inch tires.
Jan. 6, 2026
BKT USA Inc.
'We remain optimistic about the future, as the replacement ag tire market is expected to perform well in 2026,' says Alan Eskow, head of replacement sales, BKT USA Inc.
When it comes to the ag tire market, there's reason for optimism in 2026, say tire manufacturers, who share their thoughts in this MTD exclusive.
Jan. 5, 2026

Wholesale/Distribution

Tire Group International LLC
'For retailers, Kat Kash provides a turnkey value-add - no paperwork, no rebate handling and no friction - while helping differentiate Cosmo Tires in a competitive marketplace,' say Tire Group International LLC officials.
Tire Group International LLC has rolled out its Kat Kash Rebate Program, a new national customer incentive to help Cosmo brand tire dealers close the sale.
Jan. 19, 2026
'The Customer Loyalty Program is about rewarding commitment and helping our dealers grow profitably,” says Kirk Feinswog, ATD senior vice president of sales and marketing.
American Tire Distributors has rolled out its enhanced Customer Loyalty Program and its new Commercial Flex Program, which replaces the Hercules Flex Program.
Jan. 13, 2026
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Bob Dunlap transformed Batesville, Miss.-based Dunlap & Kyle Co. Inc. into a $1 billion-plus-a-year business, with nearly 20 distribution centers and more than 40 retail stores
Bob Dunlap, longtime chairman and CEO of Dunlap & Kyle Co. Inc., one of the country’s largest tire distributors, has died. He was 96 years old.
Jan. 12, 2026
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Dennis King, Dunlap & Kyle Co. Inc.'s president, joined Dunlap & Kyle in 1987. He called Bob Dunlap (pictured) “a great visionary.'
“I have been truly blessed and one of those blessings is that I’ve worked for Bob Dunlap,” Jack King of Dunlap & Kyle Co. Inc. told MTD in 2022.
Jan. 12, 2026

Suppliers

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The Tire Industry Association recently announced its 2026 Training Schedule, featuring an Industrial Tire Service course for the first time.
Jan. 21, 2026
Michelin
Florent Menegaux (pictured) took over as the global head of Michelin in 2019.
Florent Menegaux, managing general partner of Michelin Group's supervisory board, will remain in that position for a maximum of four more years.
Jan. 21, 2026
Hankook
Seunghwan (Aaron) Hong (pictured) is the new vice president of marketing for Hankook Tire America Corp. In addition to marketing, he will oversee supply chain and other functions.
Seunghwan (Aaron) Hong is the new vice president of marketing for Hankook Tire America Corp.
Jan. 21, 2026
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Operations

Ford Motor Co.
'Investments in battery manufacturing have already created thousands of jobs in the U.S.,' says Van Batenburg.
Now that electric vehicles must stand on their own, more myths are circulating on social media than ever before.
Jan. 23, 2026
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'The tire dealerships that consistently attract and retain great people aren’t relying on luck or signing bonuses alone,' says O'Connor. 'They’re operating in — and are constantly building — a people-first talent engine.'
Your talent engine is your advantage. Build it deliberately. Build it daily. And build it around your people.
Jan. 16, 2026
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'Wise people get as much of the whole story as they can, just because it makes for a smoother process,' says McCarron.
A smart manager knows things. A smart technician knows things, too. But what’s wisdom?
Dec. 23, 2025
Hankook
'With tier-two being atop our survey, we view this as a sign that consumers are showing preference for higher-tier brands as the weather in some regions continues to change,' says Healy.
We see a high level of volatility in our month-to-month tier rankings, but expect tier-two brands to be the most in-demand segment long-term.
Dec. 19, 2025

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Black’s Tire Service Inc. celebrated its 97th anniversary and its biggest year in terms of expansion at its 2026 “Let’s Go Together” Sales and Leadership Conference, which took...
Jan. 20, 2026
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Dealers take turns fielding questions from their peers during panel discussions tailored to retail, commercial and off-the-road tire topics. Josephine Foley, left, manager of safety and fleet for Sullivan Tire and Auto Service, and Sarah Mason, right, safety manager for Fountain Tire, participated in the retail roundtable.
Safety leaders from 38 tire dealerships around the U.S. gathered to share safety issues and best practices during the 2025 Safety Leadership Summit. MTD had the exclusive seat...
Oct. 22, 2025
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Nexen Tire America Inc. rolled out two tires – the N’Priz S and the N’Fera Sport – at a ride-and-drive in Joliet, Ill. Pictured is the N’Fera Sport, mounted on a high-horsepower Porsche.
Nexen Tire America Inc. recently introduced two new tires at a ride-and-drive event – and MTD was there!
Oct. 6, 2025
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More than 450 guests attended the meeting. (Pictured, from left to right, Ryan Moylan, sales manager, Tireweb; Mark Zurcher, co-owner of Best-One Tire Group; and Carson Cornelius, general manager, Tireweb.)
Best-One Tire Group recently held its annual member meeting in Indianapolis - and MTD was there!
Sept. 22, 2025

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