The SEMA Show 'is about so much more than the vehicles on display. It's about the people, the relationships, and the community behind this industry,' says Bridney Jordan, Turbo Wholesale Tires' propriety brands product and marketing manager.

Turbo Had 'Memorable' SEMA Show

Turbo Wholesale Tires said it made "a memorable impact" at the recent SEMA Show.

Roger Wood (pictured) is Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co.'s interim CEO.

Suppliers

Goodyear Details Interim CEO's Compensation

Suppliers

Fury Tires Goes Beyond the Extreme at SEMA

Brandon Stotsenburg (pictured), vice president of automotive, said Kenda continues to focus on serving the enthusiast market while expanding its product portfolio for everyday drivers.

Suppliers

Kenda Highlights PLT Lineup, Reinforces Strategy

Hankook Tire & Technology Co. Ltd.'s tire business posted around $2 billion in revenue and $376.6 million in operating profit, significant increases over totals recorded in the first quarter of 2025.

Suppliers

Hankook Reports Third Quarter Gains

'We delivered another very good quarter in the tire business,' says Continental AG CEO Christian Kotz.

Suppliers

Continental Posts 'Very Good Results'

Hankook TBR tires on display at the company's Clarksville plant.

Commercial Business

Hankook's U.S. TBR Production Gets Rolling

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Takeaways From the SEMA Show

The Modern Tire Dealer Show

Nov. 12, 2026

New technological advancements across tire categories are changing the inventory game for key segments, including winter tires.

Multimedia

The Winter Tire Inventory Gamble

The Modern Tire Dealer Show

Oct. 29, 2026

'The more we train our employees, the more they gain in value,' says Craig Van Batenburg (pictured left).

Multimedia

Unlocking Your Dealership's 'Human Capital'

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Oct. 15, 2026

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Retail

“We want everyone in the tire business to feel part of something bigger,” says Dan Marashlian, co-founder of Tire Boost Group.

Retail

Tire Boost Group Launches Dealer Network

Tire Boost Group LLC recently introduced its network for independent tire businesses at the 2026 SEMA Show.

Nov. 10, 2026

The new Plaza Tire Service story expands Sun Auto Tire & Service's presence in central Missouri.

Retail

New Plaza Tire Service Store Opens

Sun Auto Tire & Service Inc. has opened a Plaza Tire Service store in St. Robert, Mo.

Nov. 10, 2026

The new Firestone Pathway AS has been designed 'for everyday drivers' and combines 'dependable performance, long tread life and value, backed by a 65,000-mile limited mileage warranty,' say Bridgestone Americas Inc. officials.

Retail

New Firestone Pathway AS Covers 77% of Market

The new Firestone Pathway AS, available in 73 sizes, provides the broadest vehicle coverage of any Firestone tire.

Nov. 6, 2026

Visitors can meet with the company's team at its main booth (#44219) or at its EV charging booth (#24713) through Nov. 6 in the Lower South Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Retail

SEMA Show: 1stMILE Debuts Financing, EV Charging Programs

1stMILE, a financial experience platform built for the automotive aftermarket, is highlighting its business credit program and new EV charging platform at the SEMA Show.

Nov. 5, 2026

Commercial

'Digital tire monitoring continues to play an increasingly important role in helping fleets improve uptime, safety and operational efficiency,' says Renato Sarzano, head of truck tires Americas, Continental.

Commercial Business

Continental Adds to Sensor Ready Range

Continental Tire the Americas LLC is expanding its Sensor Ready tire portfolio with the addition of the Conti HSC 3 and Conti HDC 3 in 11R22.5 and 11R24.5 sizes.

Nov. 12, 2026

Hubtrac Tyres is now taking orders for its new medium truck tires, which will ship in December.

Commercial Business

Hubtrac Rolls Out New Truck Tires

Hubtrac Tyres has unveiled its next generation of medium truck tires that have been designed for a variety of applications.

Nov. 9, 2026

All Rema cribbing blocks are made from Rema-Tough, a proprietary composite of high-density polyethylene and patented Rema rubber.

Commercial Business

SEMA Show: Rema Rolls Out Cribbing System

Rema Tip Top North America Inc. has unveiled its new Rema-Block composite cribbing system.

Nov. 6, 2026

Commercial Business

SEMA Show: TRIB Eyes Next Steps for Federal Retread Legislation

With congressional support potentially shifting after the midterm elections, TRIB is planning its next legislative steps while responding to calls for more education and advocacy...

Nov. 3, 2026

Wholesale/Distribution

1-800EveryRim OEM Wheels is participating in the 2026 Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program.

Wholesale/Distribution

1-800EveryRim OEM Wheels Teams with Toys For Tots

1-800EveryRim OEM Wheels is participating in the 2026 Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program.

Nov. 9, 2026

MTD

Wholesale/Distribution

ATD to Distribute Samson PLT Tires

Guizhou Tyre Co. Ltd. has expanded its longstanding partnership with American Tire Distributors.

Nov. 6, 2026

Wholesale/Distribution

SEMA Show: Turbo Tires Expands Portfolio, Brings Back RBP Wheels

Turbo Wholesale Tires is introducing a new Lexani run-flat tire, its first RBP commercial van tire and a relaunched lineup of RBP wheels at the 2026 SEMA Show.

Nov. 6, 2026

'One of our goals has always been to find better ways to connect with our customers and give our sales team eye-catching tools to tell our product story,' says Jill Hepp, director of marketing.

Wholesale/Distribution

SEMA Show: TWG's Vault Collection Earns Award

The Wheel Group's Vault Collection Display earned runner-up honors in the 2026 New Products Showcase at the 2026 SEMA Show.

Nov. 5, 2026

Suppliers

Terry Redmile (pictured) has more than 30 years of experience at Michelin.

Suppliers

Michelin Names Chief People Officer

Terry Redmile is the new chief people officer for Michelin North America Inc.

Nov. 12, 2026

The company's newest portfolio for the U.S. market offers broad coverage across the high performance and ultra-high performance, all-weather and off-road segments.

Suppliers

Crown Tyre Highlights Xcellent Lineup

Crown Tyre positioned its latest PLT product lines of the Xcellent Tire & Wheel brand front and center at the 2026 SEMA Show.

Nov. 11, 2026

Suppliers

The Wheel Group Names Nick Garza Territory Sales Manager

Garza joins The Wheel Group's Columbus, Ohio, branch after 18 years with Discount Tire, bringing experience in retail operations, customer service and business development.

Nov. 11, 2026

Allan Pavlick (pictured) is chairman of the Automotive Lift Institute's board of directors.

Suppliers

ALI Names New Chairman

Allan Pavlick of Stertil-Koni has been elected chairman of the Automotive Lift Institute's board of directors.

Nov. 11, 2026

Operations

'This transition won’t be easy as we rebuild our workforce, but do we have a choice?' says Van Batenburg.

Operations

Van Batenburg: Bridging the Technician Experience Gap

I have heard the words “mechanic shortage” since I opened my shop in the mid-70s. There is no shortage. We are out of experienced people.

Nov. 10, 2026

'Service dollars come primarily from the opportunity to service tires,' says O'Connor.

Operations

O'Connor: Keep Growing Smarter - Not Just Bigger

Sixty cents. That's how much of every new gross profit dollar the average independent tire dealership earned this year went straight to payroll.

Nov. 4, 2026

'Customers have the ability to go anywhere for the exact same services you offer,' says McCarron.

Operations

McCarron: Why Real Dialogue is Important

Few things are more important in the tire and automotive customer interaction than dialogue. No matter how you look at it, dialogue comes out on top.

Oct. 27, 2026

'When you don’t need to sell, you can afford to be selective,' says Strandberg.

Operations

Strandberg: The Best Time to Sell Your Dealership

The best time to make a major decision is often when you have the luxury of saying no.

Oct. 22, 2026

Photo Galleries

Bridgestone Americas Inc. recently opened a new Bandag Training Center at its Akron, Ohio, facility that will educate and train commercial tire dealers and fleets on the performance, sustainability and financial benefits of retreaded tires.

Photo Galleries

Inside Bridgestone's Akron Bandag Training Center

MTD recently attended the opening of Bridgestone Americas Inc.'s 15,000-square-foot Bandag Training Center in Akron. Here's a look!

Oct. 31, 2026

Pre-Q Galgo Corp. participated in Steve Shannon Tire’s recent retread plant open house, which showcased the retreading process to customers, guests and families.

Photo Galleries

Pre-Q Galgo, Steve Shannon Tire Team Up

Pre-Q Galgo supported Steve Shannon Tire Co.'s recent retread plant open house. Here's a look!

Oct. 16, 2026

Nexen Tire America Inc. showcased the durability and year-round performance of its latest all-weather tire through an All-Weather Adventure ride-and-drive.

Photo Galleries

Inside Nexen's All-Weather Ride-and-Drive

Nexen Tire America Inc. used an indoor snow resort and outdoor dry track to highlight its N’Blue 4Season 2 all-weather tire – and MTD was there!

Oct. 6, 2026

Photo Galleries

A Guided Tour of Hankook

MTD recently toured three Hankook Tire & Technology Co. Ltd. facilities in South Korea. Here's a behind-the-scenes look!

Sept. 24, 2026

Products

“The Matrix 4S adds to a Multi-Mile Tires portfolio that has produced durable, reliable and cost-effective tires for more than 70 years,” says Rachel Tibor, chief marketing officer for TBC Wholesale.

Retail

TBC Corp. Expands Multi-Mile Portfolio

TBC Corp. is growing its Multi-Mile Tires portfolio with the introduction of the Multi-Mile Matrix 4S all-weather tire.

Oct. 21, 2026

'This tire was developed to meet the growing demand for all-terrain performance while providing the quality and capability our customers expect,' says Keith Calcagno, chief strategy officer, proprietary brands.

Retail

ATD Launches Hercules Terra Trac A/T

American Tire Distributors (ATD) is expanding its off-road portfolio by launching the new Hercules Terra Trac A/T.

Sept. 28, 2026

Retail

Firestone Launches Destination LE4 in 65 Sizes

The new highway touring tire succeeds the Destination LE3 and is designed to give dealers broad CUV, SUV and light truck coverage in a single product line.

Sept. 15, 2026

Retail

Predator Tires Introduces New Mutant RT Trail, Comptrax PR1 A/S

Transamerica Tire Co. Ltd.'s Predator Tires brand has added two new products to its line: the New Mutant RT Trail rugged-terrain tire and Comptrax PR1 A/S all-season UHP tire....

Sept. 10, 2026

Executive Interviews

'This is just such a great business and industry and it’s highly fragmented, so there’s a lot of opportunity for growth,' says Tony Puckett, CEO of Sun Auto Tire & Service Inc. 'It’s an incredibly resilient model.'

Suppliers

MTD Q&A: Sun CEO Talks Growth Strategy, Private Equity

As Sun Auto Tire & Service Inc. prepares to open its 600th location, Tony Puckett, the company’s CEO, discusses its growth strategy.

Oct. 19, 2026

'At the end of the day, our success is directly tied to our customers’ success,' says Mark Stewart, president and CEO of Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co.

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MTD Mid-Year Q&A: Goodyear CEO Discusses Company's Vision

Mark Stewart, president and CEO of Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co., discusses the company's vision for the future - and what that includes - in this interview.

Aug. 5, 2026

Pirelli

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MTD Mid-Year Q&A: Pirelli Pursues Brand Growth

Pirelli Tire North America is making investments in strengthening its brand presence in the U.S., Claudio Zanardo, the company's CEO, tells MTD.

July 29, 2026

'We're playing the long game - building something dependable rather than chasing a quick splash,' says Tom Clark, president of Ascenso Tires North America.

Suppliers

MTD Mid-Year Q&A: Ascenso Looks Forward to Robust Second Half

In this MTD exclusive, Tom Clark, president of Ascenso Tires North America, discusses the company's big achievements this year and provides a preview of what's next.

July 27, 2026

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Aug. 5, 2026

Think Like a Criminal: Protect Your Tire Center

Tires, wheels, and palletized inventory are easy to move and hard to trace - making tire warehouses prime targets. This guide reveals how criminals target distribution centers...

May 11, 2026

The Tire Distribution Center Playbook to Preventing Theft and Loss

Tires, wheels, and parts are high-value, easy-to-resell assets - making distribution centers prime targets for theft. This playbook outlines five practical ways to strengthen ...

May 11, 2026

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Think Like a Criminal, Defend Like a Pro: The Hidden Costs of Reactive Security in Auto Repair

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Oct. 28, 2025