2019 Newsmakers: Monro Inc.
Monro acquired more than 60 retail stores and made its foray into the west coast in 2019. Find out what’s in store for 2020.
2019 Newsmakers: Pirelli Tire North America
Pirelli renewed commitments with American motorsport championships and debuted the Scorpion Verde All Season Plus II in 2019. Find out what’s in store for 2020.
2019 Newsmakers: Apollo Vredestein
Apollo Vredestein launched its UHP winter product, the Vredestein Wintrac Pro, and all-weather UHP product, the Vredestein Quatrac Pro, in 2019. Find out what’s in store for 2020.
2019 Newsmakers: Tire Industry Association
In 2019, TIA brought back its Environmental Advisory Council and announced a partnership with the Tread Rubber and Tire Repair Materials Manufacturers Group (TRMG). Find out what’s in store for 2020.
2019 Newsmakers: AASA
The AASA details what’s in store for AAPEX’s new tire and tire accessory section, as well as what more to expect in 2020.
Independent Tire Dealer Focus: Jerry Bauer, Bauer Built Tire & Service
Bauer Built Tire & Service’s slogan is “Our strength is in our People and the Customer we serve.” That mindset is one that’s stuck with owner Jerry Bauer throughout his 43 years at the helm of the company.
What’s Treading, Ep. 7: 2019 Top Shop Winner on Tech, the Tire Industry and Advice [Audio]
Alpio Barbara, owner of Redwood General Tire and Tire Review’s 2019 Top Shop Winner, shares how his 19-bay Silicon Valley megastore stays ahead of the curve as well as what excites him about the industry.
Bridgestone’s New Race Tire Plant on Track
Bridgestone opened its doors to members of the media this week to give an update on the construction of the facility, which will be the future home of Firestone race tire manufacturing.
Award-Winning Tire Dealers Share Their Secrets to Success
During TIA’s “Tires at 2” seminar, Alpio Barbara, 2019 Tire Review Top Shop winner and owner of Redwood General Tire in Redwood City, Calif., and Bob Kellogg, president of Warren Tire in upstate New York and Tire Business’ Tire Dealer Humanitarian of the Year, discussed ways their business has been successful and how other dealers can take advantage of opportunities in the industry and their communities.
TIA Announces 100th Anniversary Plans for 2020
During the Tire Industry Association (TIA) pre-SEMA Show events, the group announced plans to celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2020.
Fury Off-Road Tires Debuts New UTV Tire at SEMA 2019
Fury Off-Road Tires launched the new Country Hunter UTV, designed for recreational off-road vehicles, at the 2019 SEMA Show.
TIA Adds Intro to ATS, CTS to Online University Training Programs
The Tire Industry Association (TIA) has added two new training programs designed for non-technician roles that need orientation to service procedures for all types of automotive tire and wheel assemblies.