Tire Group International LLC.
'This facility allows us to take a service model that’s already proven and elevate it even further,” says Joaquin Gonzalez, president of Tire Group International LLC.
Tire Group International LLC has opened a distribution center in Orlando, Fla., to enhance service to customers across central Florida and the southeastern United States.
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.
Dobbs Tire & Auto Centers
'With the acquisition of the Matthews Tire brand, Dobbs Tire and Auto Centers will start our expansion in the Wisconsin market,' says Dustin Dobbs, CEO of Dobbs Tire & Auto Centers.
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2025 was 'a good year for new vehicle sales,” says Charlie Chesbrough, senior economist at Cox Automotive.
Discount Tire
The first America's Tire outlet in New Jersey has opened in Burlington.

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Retail

Left Lane Auto LLC
'Our strategy is to find strong local brands and shops and carry that legacy forward,' says Parham Parastaran, CEO of Champaign, Ill.-based Left Lane Auto LLC, which operates under a variety of names, including Modica Bros Tire & Wheel.
Champaign, Ill.-based Left Lane Auto LLC, which today has 77 outlets, will hit the 100-store mark by mid-2026, says Parham Parastaran, its CEO.
Dec. 30, 2025
Straightaway Tire & Auto
'Twin River Tire & Auto operates under two well-established local brands, Granite City Tire & Auto, with locations in St. Cloud and Sartell, and Plaza Tire & Auto in Alexandria,' say Straightaway Tire & Auto officials.
Straightaway Tire & Auto's Victory Tire & Auto brand has made another acquisition.
Dec. 29, 2025
Midas
TBC Corp. sold its Midas operation, which included around 1,200 locations, to Mavis Tire Express Services Corp. in June 2025.
Mavis Tire Express Services Corp.'s Midas International Inc. organization has acquired Max Auto Supply Co., a Midas franchise with 111 locations.
Dec. 18, 2025
MTD
“Data from the U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association shows a notable upward trend in all-weather tire sales,' says Robert Nasca, product training manager for Hankook Tire America Corp. (Pictured, the new Hankook Weatherflex GT all-weather tire at a ride-and-drive event.)
Hankook Tire Gauge Index Survey finds growing U.S. interest in all-weather tires, highlighting sales opportunities for dealers.
Dec. 18, 2025

Commercial

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
OTR Engineered Solutions
OTR Engineered Solutions recently named Oscar Torres as its next president and CEO, effective Jan. 5.
OTR Engineered Solutions has named Oscar Torres its next president and CEO, effective Jan. 5.
Jan. 2, 2026
Firestone Ag
'We want to build U.S. tires for the U.S. market to be able to maintain the service levels that our dealers and our producers have come to know,' says Jamey Smart, vice president, North America, Firestone Ag.
Jamey Smart, vice president, North America, Firestone Ag, discusses ag tire trends in this MTD exclusive. The market in 2025, he explains, "has been a tale of two channels."
Dec. 23, 2025
Titan
'These leadership transitions reflect our confidence in the strength and depth of Titan's executive team,' says Titan International Inc. President and CEO Paul Reitz.
Titan International Inc. has promoted David Martin to senior vice president and chief transformation officer.
Dec. 10, 2025

Wholesale/Distribution

TBC Corp.
'We continue to expand product lines for our customers so they can offer improved convenience, compatibility and choices,' says Don Byrd, president and CEO of TBC Corp.
In this interview, Don Byrd, president and CEO of TBC Corp., discusses the company’s achievements over the last 12 months, as well as its plans for 2026.
Dec. 26, 2025
Sullivan Tire Co. Inc.
'We’re thrilled to open this new distribution facility in Merrimack,” says Paul Sullivan, Sullivan Tire Co. Inc.'s vice president of marketing.
Norwell, Mass-based Sullivan Tire Co. Inc. has opened a 40,000-square-foot distribution center in Merrimack, N.H.
Nov. 18, 2025
TGI
'Working with Western Iowa Tech gives us the chance to invest in young talent while building something truly special for SEMA,” says Tony Gonzalez, CEO of TGI.
Tire Group International LLC's (TGI) Cosmo Tires brand joined forces with automotive technology students at Western Iowa Tech Community College on a classic vehicle that was among...
Nov. 17, 2025
Sentury Tire USA
The warehouse is 'designed to redefine speed, access and scale to better serve our U.S. partners,' say Sentury Tire USA officials.
Sentury Tire USA has opened its fourth distribution center in the United States - a 150,000-square-foot facility in Dallas, Texas.
Nov. 10, 2025

Suppliers

Mike McCarley, co-founder of TGL, and Rob Williams, CEO of Hankook Tire North America, show off their multi-year partnership at the opening of TGL Season 2.
Hankook Tire America Corp. marked a growing presence during the opening of TGL Season 2.
Jan. 6, 2026
Sumitomo Rubber North America Inc.
Yasuaki Kuniyasu joined Sumitomo Rubber Industries Ltd. in April 1992.
Yasuaki Kuniyasu will become president and CEO of Sumitomo Rubber Industries Ltd. on March 26, 2026.
Jan. 5, 2026
Continental Tires South America
Continental Tires South America shut down one of the largest screens in Times Square for five minutes on Dec. 19, 2025, as part of its “Life Invites You – Go with Continental Tires” campaign.
Continental Tires South America made an unconventional brand statement in the heart of Times Square, briefly shutting down one of the area’s largest digital billboards as part...
Dec. 22, 2025
Nokian
'We are thrilled to partner with Rivian to offer our flagship non-studded winter tire to drivers who demand the very best from their vehicles,” notes Nokian Tyres Key Accounts Manager Tyler Scott.
Rivian has designated the Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 SUV as the official tire of its R1 platform in North America.
Dec. 19, 2025

Operations

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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
ACDC
'I have been helping shops for over 30 years advance their technician's knowledge by holding hands-on classes,' says Van Batenburg.
There is a lot of great training out there for your techs.
Dec. 16, 2025
Hunter Engineering Co.
'A customer leaves not just with four mounted and balanced tires, but with a renewed trust in your business, in our industry and in themselves,' says O'Connor. 'That’s the craft.'
When a customer visits, they're bringing more than a car. They’re bringing trust, expectation and their concerns.
Dec. 12, 2025

Photo Galleries

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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
BKT
Balkrishna Industries Ltd. (BKT) exhibited at this year's Farm Progress Show.
Many tire manufacturers ventured to Decatur, Ill., recently for the 2025 Farm Progress Show to highlight ag tires and technology — and MTD was there!
Aug. 29, 2025

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