Max Finkelstein Inc. is kicking off its second century in business with Max Edge, a free program that offers tools and business support to its customers.

TireHub LLC plans to open five distribution centers next year, Peter Gibbons, the company’s CEO, recently told MTD. Gibbons also discusses investments that TireHub is making in its IT capabilities, consumer buying trends and other topics in this MTD exclusive.

China Manufacturers Alliance LLC (CMA) has opened its largest warehouse and distribution center for North America in the Houston area.

TireHub LLC has hired Ted Becker to serve as the vice president of sales. For Becker, who spent 21 years working for Michelin North America Inc., it marks a return to the tire industry.