Remembering Jim: Ed Wagner Leadership Award - Tire Review Magazine

Remembering Jim: Ed Wagner Leadership Award

Longtime Tire Review Editor Jim Smith devoted his life to the tire and automotive industry and the people who worked in it. After nearly 30 years in the industry, Jim was honored for his dedication to independent tire dealers with the Ed Wagner Leadership Award during the 2014 Tire Industry Honors event in Las Vegas. The honor was not only a way for the industry to thank Jim for his contributions, but also a way for Jim to thank the industry and give his sincere appreciation to those he’s worked with. This was his acceptance speech.

Jim’s Acceptance Speech from Babcox Media, Inc. on Vimeo.

You May Also Like

Discount Tire strikes sponsorship deal with the Los Angeles Angels

The sponsorship will run for the entire 2024 season in conjunction with the Los Angeles Angels.

Discount-Tire-LA-Angels

Discount Tire & Service Centers has a new sponsorship deal with the Los Angeles Angels for the 2024 season. Discount Tire said this partnership will not only benefit its customers with season-long promotions and giveaways but will also support local non-profits.

"We're thrilled to launch this strategic partnership with the Los Angeles Angels," said Sergio Andonian, president, Discount Tire & Service Centers. "As neighbors, from Anaheim, we are dedicated to serving our local communities and providing quality tire & automotive service at the most competitive prices. Together, we look forward to making a positive and lasting impact in the communities. Add baseball to the mix, and with this winning combination, the possibilities are endless."

Flat demand, rising costs cloud commercial tire dealer outlook in 2024

Some are calling 2024 a “correction year” after the commercial tire market faced a slew of complications the past few years.

Ralson-truck
State of the Industry: How the aftermarket supply chain is affecting tires

As we begin 2024, the aftermarket pendulum has stabilized as the industry has adjusted to the uncertainties of the pandemic and supply chain challenges.

soti-feature-1400
The Relationship Between Tire Traction and Tread Design

Understanding the nuanced differences between different tread designs can be valuable for communicating the value of different tire options.

Smithers-Tire-tread-design-terminology-1400
Editor’s Notebook: People Make Perfect in the Tire Industry

In the tire industry, it’s all about the people. Why? Because in today’s world, that’s just good business.

Editnotes-oct-1400

Other Posts

Goodyear names new Americas unit president

Ryan Waldron joined Goodyear in 2003, serving in leadership roles in finance and supply chain for multiple North America business areas.

Goodyear-Ryan_Waldron
Cosmo Tires to include 40,000-70,000 mileage warranty on all PLT tires

Cosmo will continue its portfolio expansion later this year when it launches its new Gripit X/T, Rockit R/T, and Cosmo Kurrent.

PLT-TIre-Fitments-Sourcebook
Yokohama Rubber holds groundbreaking for Mexico tire plant

The facility is set to begin production in early 2027 with a planned annual output of five million tires.

Yokohama-Mexico-Groundbreaking-event
TIA chooses Planet Hollywood for SEMA pre-show events

TIA’s pre-show events, encompassing the annual membership meeting and cocktail reception, will happen at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

Dick-Guck-TIA-SEMA-Press-Conf