Nokian Tyres' Q3 Profit Rises 73.5%, North American Sales Grow

Nokian Tyres' North American sales increased 5.3% during the third quarter of 2026 as it reported higher global sales, improved profitability and stronger premium tire demand....

Commercial Business

Flat Market Reshapes Commercial Tire Dealer Business

As part of the store's recent grand opening, Big O Tires presented a $1,000 donation to the 100 Club of New Mexico, which provides financial assistance to the spouses and dependents of law enforcement officers and firefighters.

Retail

Leeds West Expands in New Mexico

'It's a market of consolidation right now,' says John Teddy, CEO of Straightaway Tire & Auto.

Retail

CEO Says Straightaway Takes 'Different Approach'

'We're seeing AI used in narrow, practical ways, such as answering customer questions, capturing leads, summarizing information, generating marketing content and automating repetitive tasks,' says Carson Cornelius, general manager, Tireweb.

Suppliers

Are Tire Dealers Embracing AI?

BKT

Suppliers

BKT to Make Tires for Pirelli

Michelin Group generated $21.5 billion in sales during the first nine months of this year.

Suppliers

Michelin Reports Revenue Increase

Career Center

The Modern Tire Dealer Show

'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'

The Modern Tire Dealer Show

Oct. 15, 2026

'We had a lot of concerns with this regulation,' says Roy Littlefield IV, the Tire Industry Association's vice president of government relations.

Multimedia

California Dealers Find Relief

The Modern Tire Dealer Show

Oct. 1, 2026

'The question is not, 'Who are you using to find help?' It's 'What are you doing with your help?,'' says O'Connor.

Multimedia

Solving the Tech Shortage Puzzle

The Modern Tire Dealer Show

Sept. 17, 2026

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Retail

Retail

Transamerica Introduces Predator Apex Striker

Transamerica Tire Co. Ltd. has introduced the Predator Apex Striker, an all-season performance tire for performance cars, SUVs, trucks and custom large-wheel applications.

Oct. 26, 2026

'Tire lifespan data aggregated by Discount Tire in Treadwell considers drivers who properly maintain their tires, including regular tire rotations and wheel alignments, to help maximize the lifespan of a tire's tread,' say Discount Tire officials.

Retail

Discount Tire Lists Long-Lifespan Tires

Discount Tire's Treadwell tool has identified tires for light truck and SUV drivers that exceed a 70,000-mile lifespan in normal driving conditions.

Oct. 26, 2026

'All 185 of our stores already offer free air, and extending that same commitment to gas stations across our footprint felt like the right way to help even more drivers stay safe this season,' says Don Barnes III, president & chief tire guy, Belle Tire.

Retail

Belle Tire Launches 'Air for All' Initiative

Belle Tire Distributors Inc. is launching its "Air for All" initiative, extending its commitment to ensuring drivers have access to free air during colder temperatures.

Oct. 22, 2026

“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

Commercial

Ashok Vedanayagam (pictured) assumes responsibility for Continental Tire the Americas LLC's earthmoving, material handling and port operations tire segments.

Commercial Business

Continental Names Specialty Tires Head

Continental Tire the Americas LLC has named Ashok Vedanayagam as head of commercial specialty tires, Americas.

Oct. 20, 2026

IF tires can carry 20% more weight than a standard tire at the same air pressure. VF tires can carry 20% more weight than an IF tire and 40% more than a standard tire at the same air pressure.

Commercial Business

Protecting Soil Health During Harvest: Advantages of IF/VF Tires

When it comes to soil health and reduced soil compaction, IF/VF technology tires play a key role.

Oct. 14, 2026

It’s best to take a few moments to visually inspect the tires before use.

Commercial Business

'Tire Damage is Always Visible:' Myth Versus Fact

Tire damage isn’t always visible at first glance. Belt and belt edge separations can be caused by manufacturing, but in most cases they result from heat buildup in the tire.

Oct. 14, 2026

'It is essential to consult the tire manufacturer’s air-pressure charts, which can guide operators in selecting the correct pressures according to the weights and loads,' says Dave Paulk, manager, field technical services, BKT USA Inc.

Commercial Business

Harvest Tire Pressure Checks: Ensuring Proper Inflation to Minimize Soil Compaction

It is extremely important to check tire pressure before starting any applications.

Oct. 14, 2026

Wholesale/Distribution

BendPak Inc.'s new warehouse serves customers in New England, the Mid-Atlantic states and parts of the Great Lakes region.

Wholesale/Distribution

BendPak Opens New D/C

BendPak Inc. says its new distribution center in Milford, Conn., can deliver in two days or less to 92% of the U.S. population.

Oct. 27, 2026

Michael Broderick, most recently CEO of Monro Inc., is American Tire Distributors' interim president, effective immediately.

Wholesale/Distribution

Broderick In, Silver Out at ATD

Michael Broderick, former CEO of Monro Inc., is now the new interim president of American Tire Distributors (ATD), replacing Ira Silver, who has left ATD.

Oct. 21, 2026

TGI

Wholesale/Distribution

TGI to Distribute Nobhex Tires

Tire Group International LLC has entered into an exclusive agreement with to distribute Nobhex brand tires throughout Florida, Oregon and Washington State.

Oct. 12, 2026

The recent Cosmo Tires Kool Kat Ambush in Tampa, Fla., attracted more than 200 vehicles and over 500 attendees.

Wholesale/Distribution

Cosmo Kool Kat Ambush Comes to Tampa

More than 500 enthusiasts attended Tire Group International LLC's recent Cosmo Tires Kool Kat Ambush event in Tampa, Fla.

Oct. 5, 2026

Suppliers

'Over the past 16 years, toy drives at Goodyear Blimp bases have collected more than 300,000 toys and raised more than $875,000 for the Marine Toys for Tots Program,' say Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. officials.

Suppliers

Goodyear Teams With Toys for Tots

Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. will once again participate in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program.

Oct. 27, 2026

'The latest OE fitments include new 21-inch sizes: 275/35 ZR21 for the front axle and 325/30 ZR21 for the rear axle,' say Hankook officials, who add that the Ventus S1 evo Z also will fit 19-inch and 20-inch sizes.

Suppliers

Porsche Picks Hankook for Panamera

Hankook Tire America Corp. is supplying its Ventus S1 evo Z ultra-high performance tire as original equipment for the new Porsche Panamera.

Oct. 26, 2026

MTD

Suppliers

ACTN Donates to TIA Scholarship Program

The American Commercial Tire Network has made a $10,000 contribution to the Tire Industry Association in support of its scholarship program.

Oct. 26, 2026

Suppliers

Hunter to Showcase New Technology at SEMA and AAPEX

Hunter Engineering Co. will showcase nearly two dozen product introductions and enhancements during the 2026 SEMA Show, Nov. 3-6, in Las Vegas.

Oct. 21, 2026

Operations

'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

'We all know that lifelong learning is not optional in this business,' says Van Batenburg.

Operations

Van Batenburg: Are You a Lifelong Learner?

Think about what you do now to foster the growth of ideas and lifelong learning.

Oct. 19, 2026

'As we approach winter, dealers noted the elevated fuel prices, alongside the wars in the Middle East, as a pain point among the industry,' says Healy.

Operations

Healy: Retail Activity Continues to Decline

The recent increase in gasoline prices is worth watching, as higher fuel costs could influence miles driven.

Oct. 14, 2026

Photo Galleries

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

More than 250 guests gathered for VIP Tires & Service's 100th anniversary celebration in Rockport, Maine. Many were VIP Tires & Service employees.

Photo Galleries

VIP Tires & Service Celebrates 100 Years

MTD attended VIP Tires & Service's centennial celebration in Maine. Check out these photos from the event!

Sept. 4, 2026

Products

'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

“The Winter i*cept evo 4 combines stronger snow traction, enhanced wet braking and improved efficiency to help drivers navigate changing winter road conditions with confidence,' says KC Jensen, vice president of PC/LT sales.

Retail

Hankook Expands on Winter Portfolio

Hankook Tire America Corp. is growing its winter product portfolio by launching the new Winter i*cept evo 4.

Sept. 8, 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.

Suppliers

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

Suppliers

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

Learning Resources

Whitepapers

Download MTD’s Tire Dealer Survival Guide

MTD’s five-chapter eBook gives tire dealership owners and managers strategies to strengthen operations, improve sales, address customer objections and build accountable teams....

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

Think like a thief to stop one. Join this eye-opening session to uncover how criminals target auto businesses and learn proactive strategies to protect your tools, vehicles, and...

Oct. 28, 2025