Kumho Tire Simplifies Product Lines, Amps Up Dealer Tools for 2019
During its 2018 dealer meeting in Costa Rica, Kumho Tire USA emphasized how it will streamline its product offerings, grow its OE side of the business and further study its position in the market to enhance dealer profit margin in 2019.
Selling the Right Tires to Amateur Racing Enthusiasts
Selling track-to-street tires allows tire dealers to get entrenched with their local racing community
Proud to Be an Independent Tire Dealer: Josh Porter, Lex Brodie’s Tires
Josh Porter, co-owner of Lex Brodie’s Tires, has a four-shop business, which operates completely independent of its Oahu-based namesake. Proud to be an Independent Tire Dealer this month is sponsored by Federal Tire.
Nitto Tire Makes Foray into Side-by-Side Tire Market at SEMA 2018
Nitto Tire introduced its first product for side-by-side vehicles, called the Trail Grappler SxS, at the 2018 SEMA Show.
Bridgestone, Akron Public Schools Open Auto Training Center with Firestone Complete Auto Care
Bridgestone Americas and Akron Public Schools officials cut the ribbon to officially open the East CLC Automotive Technology Center in cooperation with Firestone Complete Auto Care.
2018 Top Shop Finalist: Eagle Tire Pros
Driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and the desire to do things right the first time, Tony Johnson, owner of Eagle Tire Pros, has more than earned his spot as a Tire Review Top Shop Finalist this year.
ATD Names ‘Critical Vendors’ in Chapter 11 Filing
With more than $600 million in debt to its top vendors, American Tire Distributors (ATD) and its subsidiaries have been granted interim permission by the court to allow them to pay back some of that debt to “critical vendors” during its Chapter 11 restructuring.
What is An ATD ‘Critical Vendor’ and What Does it Mean to You?
If you’re a Tire Pros dealer or part of the ATD network, we’ve answered a few common questions you could be asking about how ATD’s critical vendor filing may affect your business.
Industry Mourns Passing of Arnie Sperling, Globe Tire Co-Founder
Arnie Sperling, former co-owner of Globe Tire and Los Angles Tires icon, has died. He was 74.
Industry Mixed on Recent Chinese Tire Tariffs
As a whole, the tire industry remains mixed in its reaction to the most recent round of tariffs imposed on Chinese imports, which includes Chinese tires and tire-related materials.
Behind the Scenes: Goodyear’s NASCAR Racing Tires
Goodyear and NASCAR have had a symbiotic relationship for decades, which helps the tiremaker maintain its #1 standing in brand awareness in the tire category.
Getting into the Weeds: Lawn Mower Tire Solutions Add Opportunity For Profit
Just as a lawn needs upkeep, so do the machines that keep it looking pristine. And that’s where you – the tire dealer – come in to be the solution for your community’s lawn mower tire needs.
