RoboTire Launches at Creamery Tire in Pennsylvania
RoboTire, a Michigan-based robotics and automation startup that designs and deploys systems to change vehicles’ tires, is deploying its fourth-generation tire-changing system at Creamery Tire, Inc., a locally owned and operated tire service center founded in north Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1988. RoboTire said the partnership with Creamery Tire, offers customers a unique tire-buying experience. RoboTire’s
Point S Opens Two Points of Sale in Brazil
Point S has officially opened its first two points of sale in Brazil. The announcement follows news from April this year, when Point S revealed it had signed a master franchisee contract in Brazil with ATO, whose shareholder companies are automotive heavyweights, ADSTA and Orletti. After a phase of negotiation and planning, the franchisees each
Telle Tire Acquires Jerry’s Tire Sales, Subaru Store for New HQ
Telle Tire is expanding in 2023 with plans for 20 locations by the summer.
Hoosier Introduces New Sprint Car Dirt Tires
Hoosier Racing Tire has introduced a newly designed rear drive tire for sprint car dirt racing in 2023. The new rear tires feature an updated symmetrical tread pattern design and profile allowing competitors to rotate tires to extend use and longevity, the company said. “Our manufacturing team has expressed the need for mold replacements due
Omni United Announces EV Strategy
Omni United, makers of Radar, Patriot and Roadlux Tire brands, has announced its plans to serve EVs. The company said its new EV strategy is a two-pronged approach wherein the first phase will see EV-compatible ranges while the second phase will have a dedicated specialty EV range. In Phase 1, the company’s EV-compatible tires will
Bartec Releases Latest TPMS Tool Software Update
Bartec USA has released the latest TPMS tool software update, which the company says adds significant coverage for the Rite-Sensor. In addition, the update adds new model year tool coverage and increases Bartec’s OBD II capabilities. Bartec said it is continuously developing aftermarket sensor coverage while improving tool features and functions. Its latest software release
Yokohama Pledges Support for Indonesian Natural Rubber Farmers
The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with PT Kirana Megatara Tbk, a major natural rubber supplier in Indonesia, to cooperate in efforts to provide economic support for Indonesian natural rubber farmers as well as improve traceability to ensure transparency and soundness of the natural rubber supply chain. The MOU with
Toyo Tires Celebrates Opening of Serbia Factory
Toyo Tire Corp. announced the official opening of its new passenger vehicle tire factory in the Municipality of Indjija, the Republic of Serbia. Production had partially started in July 2022 as the factory became operational with all equipment being installed, Toyo said. President Aleksandar Vučić of the Republic of Serbia and a long list of
Discount Tire Acquires Land in Phoenix for New HQ
Discount Tire announced its intent to develop a new corporate headquarters in Phoenix following the acquisition of 35 acres located near Loop 101 and State Route 51. Discount Tire purchased the site at a recent Arizona State Land Department public auction, the company said. Proceeds from the sale will be invested by the state in
Understanding Vehicle Inspection Data with Hunter Engineering [AUDIO]
Whether we like it or not, data rules our world today—you know it and your customers want it. Haven’t you noticed that some customers are more informed on what they want when they make a tire purchase? That’s because they’re collecting data—any bits of information—that will ensure they are making a good investment. One way
Gopuff Deploys Openbay+ Subscription Service for Auto Repair
Gopuff recently deployed Openbay+ to help its delivery partners save money on automotive services for their vehicles. Openbay+ is a subscription service that matches drivers with automotive service centers that deliver automotive repair and maintenance services at preferred pricing. Exclusively through Openbay+, delivery partners get upfront pricing on repair and maintenance services and can book
What Do Tire Wear Patterns Mean?
From previous videos, you know that tire tread wear patterns can be clues to other things going on with the vehicle. In this Tire Review Continental Tire Garage Studio video, we look at some suspension components that a tire’s tread might be sending a message about. You know what they say, tire tread wear does
