Federal-Shod Racer Meets Success in Formula Drift
Federal Tire-sponsored driver Henry Schelley and his team posted excellent results in closely fought competitions at Formula Drift in Long Beach, Calif., in April.
Transense Negotiating with RFID Supplier
It has emerged that battery-less TPMS developer Transense Technologies is in “early discussions” with a UK-based aftermarket TPMS supplier.
Nokian Reports Strong Sales and Profits
Between January and March 2008, Nokian Tyres Group recorded net sales of 246.3 million euros (199.9 million euros), showing an increase of 23.2% on the corresponding period a year earlier.
Michelin China Announces Price Increases
Prices for passenger car tyres sold under the Michelin, Warrior and BF Goodrich brand names in China will rise between 3% 7%, says Michelin (China) Investment Co., Ltd.
Goodyear HydraGrip Wins Auto Express Award
Auto Express Magazine’s annual Product Honours Awards report has recognised the Goodyear HydraGrip as the ‘Best Buy’ tyre in the family car tyre market.
Conti Shod Fleets Get More Mileage
Continental Tyres is claiming that correctly managed fleets running on the German manufacturer’s products gain 22% more mileage in comparison with competing tyres.
Bridgestone ‘Most Popular Tyre CV Show’
More Bridgestone tyres were fitted to display vehicles at the CV Show than any other brand.
Bandag Raises Tread Rubber Prices
Prices for tread rubber products charged by Bridgestone Bandag Tire Solutions (BBTS) to its franchised dealers in the U.S. have increased by up to 5%.
Profits Skyrocket, but Apollo Concerned Over Rising Costs.
Apollo Tyres Ltd has reported a 125% increase in annual net profits, rising from 1.2 to 2.7 billion rupees (≤33.42 million).
Hero Offers Additional Sizes
Hero has extended the size range it offers for its Atlanta AR01 tyre line.
Aftersoft’s Retail POS System Receives Endorsement
Aftersoft Network N.A. announced it received an endorsement from the Independent Tire Dealers Group (ITDG) for its VAST point-of-sale software.
Earn Rewards Through Federal-Mogul Promotion
Automotive service providers will be able to earn a variety of rewards – including retail SuperCertificates, 30G Video iPod, iPod shuffle players and Best Buy gift cards valued up to $300 – by installing Moog, National and/or Wagner premium undercar components from Federal-Mogul Corp.