ZC Rubber Introduces EV PRO Tire Lineup in China
ZC Rubber stakes its claim in the EV tire world with its new EV PRO lineup.
Michelin Survey Reveals Remaining EV Hesitancy
Roughly one-quarter (27%) of Americans with traditional vehicles will consider EV purchase for next car.
Don’t Let Electrification Shock Your Shop
As a 50-year veteran of the tire industry, Ron Lautzenheiser is surprised at how many EVs his shops service. Believe it or not, he estimates that 5-10% of service across his four locations – two Big O Tires stores and two Grease Monkey stores in Fort Collins, Colorado—comes from EVs. While Ron has hopped on
What Data Tells Us About EV Hype
Love them or not, EVs are hugely gaining popularity – at least in the sense that we can’t help but talk about them all the time – thanks to a number of market factors, gas prices being chief among them. In fact, according to data released by Hankook Tire in August, 26% of survey takers
ATEQ TPMS Tools Adopt Tesla BLE Technology
ATEQ TPMS Tools‘ VT67 TPMS diagnostic tool and tire management tablet will now be capable of reading and programming the Tesla BLE sensor. ATEQ said it’s the first TPMS tool manufacturer in the world to adopt BLE technology into its diagnostic tools. BLE sensors can be found in Tesla models such as the Model 3
AASA, Auto Care Association Release Trends Report on EVs, E-Commerce
Together, the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) and the Auto Care Association (ACA), commissioned the 2022 Joint E-Commerce Trends and Outlook Forecast and the 2022 Joint EV Trends and Outlook Forecast to provide the auto care industry with the insights needed to navigate the rapidly evolving industry. Released at AAPEX Show 2022, the reports are
TIA Hones in on EVs, Training & Gaining New Members
This year and into 2023, the Tire Industry Association has quite a bit on its agenda, including updating training programs, preparing dealers for future EV service, and, of course, lobbying for dealers on issues such as Right to Repair. TIA CEO Dick Gust shared the various ways the association is working to help tire dealer
EVs Immersed Throughout 2022 SEMA Show
As vehicle electrification increases, this year’s SEMA Show will include more features and activities to help showgoers learn about the opportunities that emerging technology offers the automotive aftermarket. In addition to SEMA Electrified – a 21,000-sq.-ft. area at SEMA dedicated to solutions for EV platforms and conversions, the four-day annual B2B event will include EV-related
Sailun Tire Shows Off ERange EV Tire Capabilities in the Hollywood Hills
Following the debut of its ERange EV tire earlier this year, Sailun Tire Americas invited tire dealers, distributors and members of the media in early October to what is arguably the electric vehicle capital of the U.S. – Los Angeles, California – to be among the first group to put its new product through its
Sailun Tire President Dishes on ‘Limitless’ Potential of ERange EV Tire
Here’s a fact: Electric vehicle drivers who aren’t using tires built to handle the unique needs of EVs are only getting a surface-level EV experience. It’s like going to a 3D movie without your 3D glasses – sure, you still enjoyed the show, but you didn’t experience it the way it was intended. In the
Nexen Highlights Changes to Support Customer Growth
Over the past two years, change was constant for Nexen Tire America. Not only was the company grappling with the COVID-19 pandemic and supply chain strains, but it also moved its headquarters from Southern California to Northeast Ohio and hired new team members as a result of its growth. Yet despite changes to its business
AAPEX 2022: What Tire Dealers Can Expect [Audio]
It’s that time of year again—show time! With about a month and a half before the SEMA and AAPEX Shows, we’re gearing up to bring you live coverage from both…and give you a sneak peek at what to expect at the shows this year. Whether you’re busy planning your trip to Vegas for the biggest automotive aftermarket event
