Former Yokohama Tire Executive Jim MacMaster Passes Away
Jim MacMaster, Yokohama Tires’ former executive vice president and chief operating officer, passed away on June 14. He was 75. MacMaster, who spent 39 years in the tire industry, retired from Yokohama in 2010 after 30 years with the company. He also served as chairman of the Rubber Manufacturers Association from 2007-2009. MacMaster was also
Michelin, Coker Tire Join ACM Cross-Country Rally
Michelin North America Inc. and Coker Tire Co. will join the America’s Car Museum (ACM) as the Official Tire Sponsors of The Drive Home, an 11-day road rally from Tacoma, Wash., to Detroit for the opening of the 2016 North American International Auto Show. During the road rally, a 1957 Chevy Nomad, 1961 Chrysler 300G
MacMaster Closing Out Tire Career, Set to Retire June 30
After nearly 40 years in the tire industry, Yokohama Tire Corp. executive vice president and COO Jim MacMaster is retiring. MacMaster will close out his career on June 30, and plans to move to Georgia with his wife to spend more time with his family. Yokohama did not name a replacement for MacMaster, and may
Acme Launches Combo Tire Tool
New from Acme Automotive is a 3-in-1 Combo Tire Inflation/Deflation Tool that enables technicians to work faster and more easily without having to switch tools when removing the valve core and inflating or deflating tires, according to the company. The combo tool performs three key functions: full bore inflator/deflator; lock-on air chuck, which holds the
MacMaster Reminds on Validity of Early Warning Data
With NHTSA now posting so-called “early warning” data concerning tires online at its Web site, the tire industry is reminding people that the information does not necessarily point to tire problems.
Academy of Country Music, Lucas Oil Launch Video Series
The digital series shares personal stories behind the vehicles of some of country music’s favorite artists.
USTMA Report Showcases Tire Recycling Expansion Opportunities
A new report from the US Tire Manufacturers Association (USTMA) shows opportunities to expand end-use tire markets and improve tire recycling rates to keep pace with annual scrap tire generation. The 15th 2021 Scrap Tire Management Report found that markets consumed 71 percent of annually generated scrap tires in 2021, down from about 76 percent reported in 2019. This
Yokohama Tire Announces Tire Tips Video Series
Yokohama Tire, in conjunction with the U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association’s Tire Safety Week (June 27-July 3) initiative, has launched a new seven-part tire tips videos series. The videos are hosted by racer Dai Yoshihara, who will explain various aspects of tire safety. They can be found on Yokohama’s social media channels and will be posted on
Michelin Honors Essential Workers with New Tires
Workers in Alabama, Indiana and South Carolina – states where Michelin has significant operations – were recognized with a certificate and a new set of tires.
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