South Carolina Tire Business Burns in Fire
Rock Hill Tire Co., a new and used tire business based in Rock Hill, S.C., burned down in a fire Friday morning. Rock Hill Fire Battalion Chief Rusty Myers said firefighters arrived to the Rock Hill Tire Co. at 2:50 a.m. Friday, where they noticed flames coming through the roof of the building. He said
With Deal Seemingly Dead, Cooper Now Focused on Damages
With it’s hoped for $2.5 billion takeover one toe-tag away from being declared totally dead, Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. has now moved to gain a damage settlement from its former suitor. In a filing on Dec. 20 in Delaware Chancery Court, Cooper said it intends to seek damages, and suggested a conference with both
New Jersey State Tire Dealer Association Seeking Members
The New Jersey State Tire Dealer Association is seeking new members and continued support from its current members in 2014, according to a recent letter from current president Al Breese. The association is dedicated to the betterment of the New Jersey retail tire business. Additionally, the organization is also involved with providing annual contributions, from
Michelin-TIA Accepting Scholarship Applications
Interested parties may now apply for the 2014 Michelin- Tire Industry Association Scholarship. The scholarship program is open to both part-time employees and dependent children of full-time employees at TIA member tire dealers. Applicants must be a high school senior planning to pursue a post-secondary education at an accredited two- or four-year college or vocational
Digital Edition of Tire Review Available
The December issue of Tire Review can be viewed digitally on smartphones, tablets and e-readers.
TIA Set Seven ATS Training Tour Dates
The Tire Industry Association set dates for seven of its 2014 ATS Training Tour locations. The schedule is as follows: Feb. 4 – 8: Charlotte, N.C. March 4 – 8: Sarasota, Fla. March 25 – 28: Houston May 20 – 23: Minneapolis June 24 – 27: Denver Aug. 5 – 7: Chicago Sept. 16 –
Tire Discounters Builds Business in Nashville
Tire Discounters, the ninth largest provider of tires wheels and automotive services in the U.S., announced it plans to open its first Nashville store in spring. The company has plans for a dozen additional locations by early 2015. Tire Discounters anticipates opening locations in Mt. Juliet, Smyrna, Bellevue, Hendersonville and Brentwood the first half of
Automotive Aftermarket Task Force Announces New Informational Brake Pad Website
A collaborative task force of automotive aftermarket associations and leadership representing brake pad manufacturers, distributors, retailers, dealerships and service providers announced the launch of an informational website to provide assistance to the vehicle repair industry in complying with the “better brake laws” enacted in California and Washington state. These laws were designed to reduce the
World Tire Report Taking a Holiday Break
Due to the upcoming Christmas and New Year holidays, there will be no World Tire Report e-newsletter or any news updates – unless there is urgent breaking news – to Tire Review’s website Tuesday through Thursday, and Dec. 31 through Jan. 2. We will resume publication of WTR and news updates at tirereview.com on Friday
Chinese Authorities Look at Aeolus Disclosure
Aeolus Tyre reported that the China Securities Regulatory Commission has contacted the company over potential disclosure violations. In a Chinese-language statement, the tyre maker confirmed that the Henan branch of the CSRC has looked into a number of issues. Aeolus wrote that it would cooperate with the CSRC and undertake corrective actions within 30 days
Continental’s HTL1 Tread Available as a Retread
Continental Tire the Americas has announced its HTL1 super wide truck tire tread is now available as a ContiTread retread. Additionally, its HDR2 Eco Plus received SmartWay verification. Super wide truck tires like the HTL1 are often used in liquid and dry bulk handling applications, where there is a weight concern and the HTL1 is
Goodyear Makes Changes in Financial Leadership
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co.’s board of directors has moved two finance executives into new positions. Effective Jan. 1, Scott Honnold, vice president and treasurer, will serve as vice president of business development and Tom Kaczynski, vice president of investor relations, will become vice president, treasurer and investor relations. Honnold joined Goodyear in 2007, and