Tyre Production Resumes at Amtel-Vredestein’s Kirov Factory

Production at the Amtel-Povolzhye factory in Kirov, Russia, resumed as of Dec. 8.

Published: December 12, 2008

Operations at the Amtel-Vredestein subsidiary facility had been suspended due to a lack of working capital following the foundering of merger talks between its parent company and Sibur-Russian Tyres. This pause in production was reported to have been scheduled only for the period between Oct. 11 and 20, however the resumption of work was repeatedly postponed.

The Kirov plant, together with the company’s Voronezh factory, produces a total of nine million tyres per annum, making the OJSC Amtel-Povolzhye facility is one of the largest tyre manufacturing operations in Russia. The factory supplies tyres to the vehicle manufacturers GAZ and AvtoVAZ. (Tyres & Accessories/Staffordshire, U.K.)

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.

By Christian Hinton

Published: April 23, 2024

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."