Yokohama Terminates Technology Agreement with Kumho Tire

The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., has terminated its technology tie-ups with Kumho Tire Co., Inc., effective as of July 6, 2018.

Published: August 9, 2018

The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., has terminated its technology tie-ups with Kumho Tire Co., Inc., effective as of July 6, 2018.

Yokohama Rubber and Kumho Tire entered into a Master Technological Alliance Agreement on February 15, 2014, and entered into a Cooperative R&D Agreement as well as the License and Technology Exchange Agreement on May 31, 2014, with the goal of working together to develop the tire-related future technologies, including environmentally friendly tire technologies and new concept tires. The agreements were terminated due to the recent change in Kumho Tire’s controlling shareholders, Yokohama says.

McCarthy Tire Service opens commercial wheel refreshing facility

According to the company, the facility has the ability to refinish over 1,000 wheels per day.

By Christian Hinton

Published: April 25, 2024

McCarthy Tire Service recently opened a new in-house commercial wheel refinishing facility. According to the company, the facility has the ability to refinish over 1,000 wheels per day and technicians will utilize equipment for inspection, surface preparation, pre-treatment, and automated coating techniques at the facility.

“We're thrilled to unveil this wheel refinishing facility,” John McCarthy Jr., president of McCarthy Tire Service said. “This investment reflects our dedication to providing our customers with unparalleled efficiency and a one-stop shop for all their commercial tire and wheel needs. By streamlining the refinishing process, we can help fleets minimize downtime and maximize productivity.”