Joey Brent
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.
Joey Brent
Dennis King, Dunlap & Kyle Co. Inc.'s president, joined Dunlap & Kyle in 1987. He called Bob Dunlap (pictured) “a great visionary.'
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Last-mile delivery leet managers 'are now laser-focused on getting more out of every vehicle in their operation,” says a tiremaker representative.
BTS Tire & Wheel Distributors
Justice Tire Distributors' five distribution centers throughout Virginia are now part of Black's Tire Service Inc.'s BTS Tire & Wheel Distributors division.
Left Lane Auto LLC
Left Lane Auto LLC wants to have 100 locations by the middle of 2026.

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Retail

Telle Tire & Auto Centers
'We will continue to operate the Jim Whaley brand and it will become one of our pillar brands,” says Aaron Telle, CEO of Telle Tire & Auto Centers.
Webster Groves, Mo.-based Telle Tire & Auto Centers has acquired Jim Whaley Tires, a 10-location dealership headquartered in Dothan, Ala.
Jan. 7, 2026
Sullivan Tire
'We see this partnership with the Boston Fleet as a fantastic opportunity to support the growth of women’s professional sports locally and make a tangible difference in the lives of young athletes,” says Paul Sullivan, vice president of marketing at Sullivan Tire Co Inc.
Sullivan Tire Co. Inc. is partnering with the Boston Fleet of the Professional Women’s Hockey League.
Jan. 7, 2026
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.
High Ridge, Mo.-based Dobbs Tire & Auto Centers has acquired Appleton, Wis.-based Matthews Tire, which has seven locations across northeast Wisconsin.
Jan. 5, 2026
Discount Tire
The first America's Tire outlet in New Jersey has opened in Burlington.
Discount Tire Co. has opened its first America's Tire store in the state of New Jersey.
Dec. 30, 2025

Commercial

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
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

Wholesale/Distribution

'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
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.
Jan. 6, 2026
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

Suppliers

Yokohama Tire Corp.
'Yokohama is once again excited to work with California State Parks Foundation and help them protect and preserve the California state park system for everyone to enjoy,” says Alan Holtschneider, Yokohama Tire Corp.'s director of marketing.
Yokohama Tire Corp. has extended its partnership with California State Parks Foundation for the third consecutive year.
Jan. 7, 2026
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

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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