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Auto Aftermarket Consumers Seek Greater Ease and Simplicity
Shoppers are spending less time making purchasing decisions and they want a simpler shopping experience. These were some of the findings from the most recent Synchrony Major Purchase Study of consumer behavior.
A Look at COVID-19's Impact on Vehicle Travel
Transportation data provider INRIX reports that overall daily national traffic volume for consumers, local fleets and long-haul trucks was down 38% for March 21-27, relative to Feb. 22-28.
Bridgestone to Reopen Commercial Plants Next Week, Consumer Tire Plants in May
Bridgestone Americas Inc. will restart its North American commercial tire plants on April 13. Its consumer tire manufacturing plants in North America and Latin America are scheduled to reopen the first week in May, with some facilities possibly opening sooner.
Nokian Extends U.S. Shutdown
Nokian Tyres plc has extended the temporary closure of its tire plant in Dayton, Tenn.
Myers Tire Supply Boosts Inventory Levels
Myers Tire Supply says it has increased its inventory levels and enhanced its supply chains to “fully support our customers” during the COVID-19 crisis.
Kumho Solus 4S HA32 Wins Red Dot Design Award
Kumho Tire Co. Inc.'s Solus 4S HA32 tire has won the 2020 Red Dot Design Award in the transportation category.
Dealer Rolls Out 'Safer at Home' Service In Response to COVID-19
Craig Tate, president of Tate Boys Tire & Service LLC, which has seven retail locations throughout Oklahoma, said the impact of COVID-19 on his dealership was nearly immediate.
Discount Tire Resumes All Services at Open Stores
Some Discount Tire and America's Tire stores remain closed due to COVID-19, but the company has resumed the offering of all services to consumers at its 1,000+ stores that remain open.
Webinar to Discuss SBA Loans for Businesses
The Auto Care Association and Dentons US LLP will co-host a webinar on Small Business Administration loans during the COVID-19 crisis on April 8 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. EDT.
Pirelli Forecasts 18% Drop in Global Replacement Tire Market
Pirelli & Cie SpA expects the coronavirus will cause an 18% drop in the replacement tire market globally. The numbers are slightly worse for the original equipment market.
April 7 Webinar: Navigating the CARES Act for Small and Mid-Size Businesses
On April 7, Bobit Business Media, parent company of Modern Tire Dealer, Auto Service Professional and other publications, will host the webinar “Navigating the CARES Act for Small- and Medium-Sized Businesses with Fleets.”
MTD Series Looks at Impact of COVID-19 on Tire Dealers
The impact of COVID-19 on independent tire dealerships has been swift and profound. Starting this week, MTD will share stories of dealers who are grappling with this unprecedented situation.
Cooper Extends Shutdown in U.S. and Mexico
Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. will keep its tire manufacturing plants in the U.S. and Mexico closed for at least another two weeks. Cooper's plants in Europe also remain shut down.
Nexen Distribution, Dealer Support Will Remain Operational
Nexen Tire America Inc. says its tire distribution capabilities and dealer support functions remain fully operational during COVID-19 crisis.
Hankook Rolls Out New Rebate Program
Hankook Tire America Corp.’s new rebate program offers consumers savings of up to $80 on four Hankook tires.
Congress Extends Additional Benefits to Businesses
In addition to small business loans available through the recently passed CARES Act, Congress has extended other benefits to businesses.
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