Florida Jiffy Lube Franchisees Add 2 More Stores
South Bay Lube Inc. has added two more locations to its Jiffy Lube Multicare franchise in Florida, giving owners Jason Thomas and Leif Oskarsson 31 locations in the state.
Reminder: Submit a Name for TIA Hall of Fame
The deadline to submit names for consideration to the Tire Industry Association (TIA) Hall of Fame is near. Nominations are due July 8.
The Price of Chinese Tariffs on the Automotive Aftermarket
The Auto Care Association took its turn in testifying and submitting comments about the effect of President Donald Trump's Chinese tariffs. Among the points made: "The price increases for repairs due to the tariffs are hitting low- and middle-income consumers the hardest."
TBC Adds a Credit Card for Tire America Customers
TBC Corp. has created another credit card option for consumers in partnership with Citi Retail Services: a Tire America credit card. But there could be a drawback for consumers.
Akebono Expands Ultra-Premium Disc Brake Pad Line
Akebono Brake Corp. has added three ProAct part numbers and five Euro part numbers to its Ultra-Premium Disc Brake Pad line.
Hunter Adds Harsh-Duty Option for Lift Racks
Hunter Engineering Co. has released an optional harsh-duty variation for its standard RX scissor lift racks.
Nexen Roadian AT Pro RA8 Is Snowflake-Certified
The Roadian AT Pro RA8 tire from Nexen Tire America Inc. has earned an upgrade — the Three Peak Mountain Snow Flake (3PMSF) label. Production with the new molds began in June.
McCarthy Tire Is Consolidating 2 Stores in Virginia
McCarthy Tire Service Co. Inc. is merging two retail stores in Winchester, Va. Both stores were acquired in 2012, and on June 26 the staffs of both locations will combine under the roof at 908 S. Kent St.
Technicians Identify Common and Uncommon Tire Hazards
Consumers with flat tires may be surprised to find they were stopped in their tracks by a spoon. Or wrench. Or pair of pliers. But finding kitchen utensils and tools in flat tires is not a surprise to automotive service professionals.
Free Webinar Will Help You With No-Credit-Needed Financing
There are 115 million Americans who don’t qualify for traditional financing, according to research by WestCreek Financial Inc. In addition, 61% don’t even have enough money saved for a $1,000 emergency.
Uniroyal Tiger Paw Line Has New Touring Tire
The new Uniroyal Tiger Paw Touring All-Season tire for minivans, crossover and sport utility vehicles is available in 114 sizes.
Sumitomo Improves Performance With Next Gen HTR Z5
TBC Corp. invited a select group of its dealers to the Palm Beach International Raceway to officially launch its new ultra-high performance tire, the Sumitomo HTR Z5, this week.
Pentosin Transmission Fluid Service Kits Are Available for European Makes
CRP Automotive has released Pentosin Transmission Fluid Service Kits for popular European vehicles.
Self-Sealing Tires Are Back in the Limelight
Is it a technological breakthrough? Hardly. But we did see Ford Motor Co. play up tires in a press release, so clearly the vehicle maker sees a marketing opportunity.
Autel's New 1-Sensor Has Adjustable Angle
The new Adjustable Angle Autel 1-Sensor has 15 degrees of flexibility.
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