Michelin Considers Poland Plant Expansion

Michelin may expand its Olsztyn tire factory in Poland.

Published: August 13, 2013

According to local media, Michelin may expand its Olsztyn tire factory in Poland. The country’s economic minister Janusz Piechociski is reported to have named Michelin as one of two automotive sector firms that may potentially invest in Poland; the tiremaker is said to be considering investing z.379.5 million (£77.8 million) in the plant expansion, which would create 51 new jobs.

Michelin manufactures truck and industrial tires at the former Stomil plant, which it acquired in 1995. (Tyres & Accessories)

Turbo Wholesale Tires introduces Lexani Volt-EC EV tire at annual open house

The open house also featured a trade show, a buyers event and dinner for dealers part of the Turbo Wholesale Tires group.

By Christian Hinton

Published: May 8, 2024

Turbo Wholesale Tires welcomed more than 400 tire dealers to its annual open house at its Oak Park (metro Detroit), Michigan distribution center May 2. This year, the event featured three events at once: a trade show, a buyer's event and a dinner for tire dealers who are part of the Turbo Wholesale Tires group. The major announcement of the night came from Todd Pickens, chief commercial officer at Turbo Wholesale Tires, who presented Lexani’s entry into the EV tire market: The Volt-EC. Lexani is one of Turbo Wholesale Tires’ proprietary tire lines, which also includes Lionhart and Rolling Big Power (RBP) brands.