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Business Lessons for Tire Dealers, Brought to You by the Big Screen

We asked those from across the tire universe to contribute their favorite inspirational movie lines for others’ business success in 2019. Here is what they had to say.

Proud to Be an Independent Tire Dealer: Kyle Cox, Cox Tire and Auto Service

Kyle Cox, co-owner of Cox Tire and Auto Service, uses what he’s learned from his time in the Marine Corps. and the support of other tire dealers to help his business succeed in Park City, Utah.

Cox Tire and Auto Service Colorado
Getting to the Bottom of the Case: Assessing Casing Quality for More Retreads, More Profit

To get better returns, you have to get more retreads from the casing. In order to that, put your detective hat on and take a closer look at the causes of casing failure.

TravelCenters of America Bowling Green Retread Plant
Tate Boys Tire & Service Receives Check for 2018 Tire Review Top Shop Win

Craig Tate of Tate Boys Tire & Service was in the Hennessy Industries/Coats booth to receive a check for $2,500 in recognition of the shop’s selection as the 2018 Tire Review Top Shop, sponsored by Coats.

Kenda Celebrates Vanden Huevel’s Lucas Oil Off-Road Racing Series Win at SpeedVegas

Kenda Rubber Industrial Co. Ltd. chairman Ying-Ming Yang, American Kenda Rubber Co. president Jimmy Yang and members of the automotive community were on hand Tuesday night after the 2018 SEMA Show had ended to watch driver Mikey Vanden Huevel receive his well-earned Lucas Oil Off-Road Racing Series championship trophy.

Tire Dealers Talk Training, Talent Acquisition at Annual “Tires @2” Event at SEMA

Some of the top tire dealers in North America spoke about their operations and strategy at the annual “Tires@2” event at the 2018 SEMA Show.

2018 Top Shop Finalist: Courtesy Auto Service and Tire of Tacoma

Courtesy Auto and Tire owners Scott and Susan Welsh understand their market, their ideal customer, and they unflinchingly pursue a differentiation strategy that aims to earn and keep that kind of customer.

Courtesy Auto and Tire of Tacoma
How the Little Guy Can Be Key in Changing Policy

“After sitting in on Tire Industry Association’s Federal Lobby Day in June, I saw first-hand the power of having the business owner spend the day in the lobbyist’s shoes,” writes Michael Ingram, managing editor of Tire Review.

Proud to be an Independent Tire Dealer: Tony Tripp, Tripp’s Tire Pros

Tripp’s Tire Pros is on its third-generation as a family-run local business, but owner Tony Tripp is already looking ahead to a fourth generation. And a fifth.

Tripp's Tire Pros Tony Tripp Proud to Be Independent Tire Dealer
Waste Haul Tires: Maximizing Tire Life Turns Trash Into Treasure

There are few tires on the road that take the kind of beating that a waste haul tire endures every day. Use these tips from the experts to improve their longevity.

Waste Haul Tires
Tire Dealers Gather on Capitol Hill for Annual TIA Lobbying Day

Tire industry representatives headed to Washington D.C. to share their stance on issues they face in business with members of Congress.

Tire Industry Association Lobby Day Steny Hoyer Rpy LIttlefield
Rock Crawling Tires for Off-Roading: Designed for the Brutal, Tough Challenges

Rock crawling is one of the most brutal activities that a driver can put a tire through. Take a deeper dive into how they’re constructed to handle the most harsh terrain.

ROCK crawling tires maxxis