Goodyear Hiking Prices Up to 7%
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. has informed its dealers that it is raising prices on all of its passenger and light truck/SUV tires by up to 7%.
Editorial: Winter Tires Make Bad Law
(Sudbury (Ont.) Star) As of Nov. 15, Quebec drivers will have to equip their vehicles with snow tires from that day each year through to April 15.
Shandong Taishan to Release 57-inch Size
Shandong Taishan Tyre Co. has published details of five new OTR tyre sizes the company plans to launch in April.
Optimism Returning to the Market
“It was fantastic to see optimism returning to the agricultural tyre market in 2007. Despite all the problems that farmers faced last year, the better wheat and milk prices seem to have steadied the ship,” comments Barry Coleman, Firestone’s marketing manager.
Hercules to Launch 3 New SUV Lines
Hercules Tire International president Joe Recchia has announced that the Canada-based company will use its Tyrexpo Africa exhibit to introduce three new SUV lines.
Asleep At The Wheel Research Reveals Worrying Results
One in 10 people who drive for work have admitted falling asleep at the wheel in the past year, according to new research by road safety charity Brake and Green Flag.
Ingenuity Welcome At Johnson Controls
Johnson Controls has launched a new brand communications platform and refreshed corporate identity that incorporates a new logo, corporate slogan and advertising campaign.
WRX STI on Dunlop Performance Tires
The 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI sold in North America will sport Dunlop SP Sport 600 radials.
YTC Promotes Tech Director
Yokohama Tire Corp. has promoted Dan Guiney to director of technical services.
Goodyear Puts Wings on New GPS System
Goodyear has licensed its name to appear on a series of NCC-produced GPS navigation systems.
Business Outlook Less Than Rosy, With Some Pockets of Optimism
The Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) has announced the results of a recent member survey showing that suppliers expect business to look a little less than rosy for the automotive aftermarket this year.
MNA Announces Price Increases
Fast-rising raw material, energy and transportation costs have pushed Michelin North America to announce price hikes in North America.