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The Supreme Court ruled on Friday that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act does not give President Donald Trump the power to impose tariffs during peacetime.
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'The real question isn’t whether demand exists,' said Bennett, MasterMind CEO program manager for the Automotive Training Institute. 'The real question is ‘Who’s positioned to ultimately capture it?’”
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Service truck maintenance will be covered by the Tire Industry Association's enhanced Certified ETS (Earthmover Tire Service) program.
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Tony Mays (second from right) of Purcell Global Mining Group is the new Marvin Bozarth ETS Technician of the Year.
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'Replacement cycles have largely normalized after several years of extended use,' says Paul Hawkins, senior vice president of aftermarket sales, Titan International Inc.

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Retail

Radar Tires
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Omnisource has expanded its Radar Renegade-X line, adding nine new sizes that fit wheels ranging from 18 inches to 26 inches in diameter.
Feb. 13, 2026
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We are so accustomed to his generic description, “Father of Our Country,” that we sometimes forget what George Washington did during his lifetime.
George Washington was not a strong leader when he took command of the Continental Army. He became a strong leader.
Feb. 13, 2026
Cassidy Tire & Service
Tom Ahern Sr. (center) was recently honored with the Cassidy Tire Legacy Award.
Addison, Ill.-based Cassidy Tire & Service has honored Tom Ahern Sr. with the Cassidy Tire Legacy Award.
Feb. 11, 2026
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MTD's 2026 Facts Issue provides a detailed look at tire dealer distribution by region and state.
The biggest percentage of independent tire dealers in the United States are concentrated in the South Atlantic region, according to MTD's 2026 Facts Issue.
Feb. 10, 2026

Commercial

CMA/Double Coin
During the event, Double Coin will introduce new sizes of its REM radial OTR and industrial tires, including 29”, 33” and 35” products. Özka Tires will also display select models from its industrial and construction lineup.
CMA/Double Coin will exhibit at this year's ConExpo-Con/Agg event, which takes place Mar. 3–7 in Las Vegas, Nev.
Feb. 19, 2026
Shamrock Marketing
OTR repair patches
Shamrock Marketing Inc. will be the exclusive distributor of Rema Tip Top North America OTR tire repair patches in the United States.
Feb. 19, 2026
Yokohama Off-Highway Tires America, Inc.
Agri Nova
The Alliance Agri Nova from Yokohama Off-Highway Tires America, Inc. is a next-generation R-1 Bias tire designed for light- to medium-duty tractors.
Feb. 18, 2026
Titan International Inc.
“We’re excited to bring the Triangle and Diamondback families into our U.S. distribution platform to improve availability, coverage and value across critical OTR customers,' says Paul Reitz, CEO and president of Titan International.
Titan International Inc. recently announced a 10-year "exclusive distribution partnership" with USA Triangle Tire Sales Company LLC, giving Titan the rights to distribute Triangle...
Feb. 18, 2026

Wholesale/Distribution

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Community Wholesale
Community Wholesale Tire will sell its wholesale distribution assets to U.S. AutoForce LLC in a transaction that is expected to close in April.
Feb. 16, 2026
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Independent wholesalers make up 80% of the U.S. consumer tire wholesale distribution channel, according to MTD's 2026 Facts Issue.
Independents continued to dominate the United States consumer tire wholesale channel in 2025, with 80% share of the market.
Feb. 10, 2026
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Jim La Neve is the fourth leader of Ben Tire Distributors. He credits the hard work of the 100-year-old company's employees for its longevity and success.
With a century of service that spans six warehouses and 25 retail stores, the story of Ben Tire Distributors Ltd. began on a much smaller scale.
Feb. 5, 2026
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During an onstage Q&A session, Cheryl Gossard, president of K&M Tire Inc., and Lindsey Beer, chief strategy officer, Best-One Tire (pictured, left), discussed how the K&M Tire/Zurcher Tire Inc. deal will benefit the companies' customers.
During its recent 2026 meeting, K&M Tire Inc. discussed a new merger and operational enhancements it has made to serve customers more effectively.
Jan. 27, 2026

Suppliers

AAPEX
Joe’s Garage
The Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo is seeking speakers and trainers to lead sessions at its annual trade show.
Feb. 18, 2026
Autel U.S.
TS900
Autel U.S. will donate 100 of its TS900 diagnostic and service tablet kits to support high school automotive programs nationwide.
Feb. 17, 2026
Sullivan Tire and Auto Service
Sullivan Tire Co. Inc. has been named the 'Official Tire and Auto Service of the Boston Red Sox,' with the partnership extended through the 2030 Major League Baseball season.
New England-based Sullivan Tire Co. Inc. is continuing its longstanding relationship with the Boston Red Sox.
Feb. 17, 2026
Bridgestone
Bridgestone Corp. officials credit North American performance to firm's multi-brand strategy, steady expansion of its solutions business and other factors.
Bridgestone Corp. posted $19.3 billion in tire sales during during 2025.
Feb. 17, 2026

Operations

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'But by removing friction, capturing missed opportunities and improving communication, AI gives independents more time to focus on relationships, service quality and local reputation,' says O'Connor
Despite the noise and hype, artificial intelligence isn’t pushing independents to become more “corporate.”
Feb. 16, 2026
Honda
'If you find your company with sales not growing as they should be, do something,' says Van Batenburg.
Does your tire and repair business need to offer electric vehicle service in order to survive?
Feb. 9, 2026
Hunter Engineering Co.
'Adding services doesn’t just make your business healthier today,' says Strandberg. 'It fundamentally changes how buyers view your business tomorrow.'
You don’t need to be thinking about selling to start thinking about offering an expanded menu of services.
Feb. 4, 2026
Grismer Tire Co.
'Helping should feel good and you should feel proud when you help a customer in need,' says McCarron.
Customers this year will need and seek help in making tough decisions.
Jan. 29, 2026

Photo Galleries

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OTR panel discussion
Check out these photos from the Tire Industry Association's 2026 OTR Tire Conference in Orlando, Fla.!
Feb. 19, 2026
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Point S Tire & Auto, a network of independent tire dealerships, welcomed over 550 people to its 2026 annual Owners Meeting Feb. 5-8 at the Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass in Phoenix, Ariz.
Excitement filled the air as Point S USA leaders, owners, families and vendors celebrated another year of growth and announced their 2026 strategy during the group's annual Owners...
Feb. 13, 2026
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K&M Tire meeting
Hundreds of K&M Tire Inc.'s customers recently gathered in Overland Park, Kan. — and MTD was there!
Jan. 28, 2026
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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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