Bemer Promoted to Tire Review, Wilkinson Joins Staff
Babcox Media Inc. has named Matthew Bemer as associate editor of both Tire Review and Fleet Equipment magazines. In his new role, Bemer will work on the two brand’s magazine and digital properties. In addition, he will continue his involvement in corporate communications efforts for Babcox Media. Bemer graduated in 2012 from the College of
Del-Nat Tire Hires Vice President of Marketing
Tire veteran from Carroll Tire joins Del-Nat Tire as vice president of marketing.
Giti Tire Online Training Program for Dealers Now Available in French
Online training program on GT Radial tires and tire trends now viewable in two languages.
TreadTracks System
The TreadTracks system, which manages the retread process from the time the tire is picked up through the finished delivery, is adding a paperless work order entry feature. Paperless work order entry is a mobile solution allowing for immediate entry of tires into the system. According to TCS Technologies, the mobile entry feature allows for
Oil Filter Wrench
The Beta 1491 oil filter wrench is designed to provide more precise control when loosening filters. Features include a straight design, which requires less turning degrees of space to loosen or tighten oil filters. Simply slip the wrench over the end of the filter and tighten the steel band around the filter by turning the
Goodyear Expands Its Retread Network
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. expanded its Goodyear Authorized Retread network with the addition of Colonial Tire Distributors, a Richmond, Va.-based commercial tire dealer and retreader. Colonial Tire Distributors, a subsidiary of Colonial Truck Co., sells new Goodyear commercial truck tires and Goodyear retreads at three Virginia locations in Richmond, Ashland and Tidewater. Its fully
Marangoni Notes Its Highlights in 2013
While the market struggled to create demand for additional volume in 2013, Bill Sweatman, president of Marangoni Tread North America, announced the company managed to achieve a 70,000 unit sales increase for the year. “Growing faster than the market is a key indicator that we continue to collectively provide our customers with best-in-class products, service,
Hankook Names Pae to Head European Operation
Ho-Youl Pae has been announced as the new COO of Hankook Tire Europe, following former COO Jin-Wook Choi’s move to a consultancy role within the manufacturer’s global headquarters. Pae has been promoted from his previous role in the company as marketing and sales executive. Pae will also take on the position of senior vice
Bridgestone Rolls Out Tall, Narrow Tire on BMW i3
Bridgestone releases a tall tire for the BMW i3 electric car.
Monroe Offers Quick Rewards Promotion To Technicians
The Monroe Quick-Strut "Quick Rewards" promotion awards technicians a $30 Visa prepaid card for each pair of qualifying Monroe Quick-Strut replacement assemblies installed. The Quick Rewards promotion from the Monroe shocks and struts brand runs from Jan. 1 through Feb. 28. Monroe Quick-Strut units are ready-to-install replacement strut assemblies, which include all of the OE-style
Atlantic Tire Wins Reader Love in Magazine Poll
For the sixth year in a row, readers of Cary Magazine, a regional magazine in North Carolina, recognized Atlantic Tire & Service for its commitment to customer service and quality auto care. The locally-owned and operated chain of auto shops garnered the most votes among readers and will receive the publication’s Maggy Award for “Best
ContiForceContact Tire
ContiForceContact brings together Continental’s racing and passenger car technologies to create a tire ideal for racing enthusiasts and performance vehicles. Features include precise control, confident handling and outstanding grip, according to the manufacturer.