The Yokohama Rubber Co., will supply its Geolandar X-CV tires as original equipment (OE) to Mazda Motor Corporation for use on the automaker’s new crossover SUV, the Mazda CX-90. The CX-90 is being fitted with 265/55R19 109V size tires.
The Mazda CX-90 represents Mazda’s new flagship model, and it will be launched primarily in North America. Based on the “For the Voyage of your Life” concept, Mazda said the CX-90 offers comfort, functionality and safety performance.
PRT introduced comprehensive strut assemblies for various vehicles.
PRT is extending the portfolio of complete strut assemblies in the North American aftermarket with 15 new products. A brand of the ADD USA group, one of the largest manufacturers of complete strut assemblies in the world, PRT announced the arrival of new applications of the component for light vehicles, SUVs and pickups. The launches include models such as Subaru Impreza, Ford Escape, and Volvo XC60, in addition to brand new applications such as the Lexus NX300 2021, Chevrolet Malibu 2022, Honda CRV 2022, among others.
O’Reilly’s says its new brake pads feature noise cancellation, corrosion resistance and a break-in coating for domestic vehicle models.
Edwin Goudswaard takes over as head of R&D at Continental Tires, succeeding Dr. Boris Mergell.
The California Tire Dealers Association will hold meetings in Sacramento and Pleasanton for education and networking.
Team SubZero’s Landen and Gunner Brown topped the podium in their respective classes.
Point S said its Master Shop program yielded a $165K average profit boost for participating locations in first year.
The two-time Tire Review Top Shop winner was dedicated to his craft from a young age, and was known for being extremely generous when it came to giving back.
John Lester Kelsey, founder of antique and classic tire distributor Kelsey Tire and 2009 inductee into the Tire Industry Hall of Fame, died.
A Canadian court awarded damages to Michelin over Wideway’s infringement of BFGoodrich tread IP.
