Proud to Be an Independent Tire Dealer: Joshua Baughman, Van’s Auto Service & Tire Pros
Most tire dealers don’t make a habit of giving away service work free-of-charge, but for Joshua Baughman, owner of four Van’s Auto Service & Tire Pros stores in Ohio, the strategy has helped him see 25-40% growth year-over-year.
South Korean Tire Industry Update: Status Quo Performance in a Declining Global Tire Market
South Korean tire industry and domestic producers have been one of the best success stories in the global tire industry. However, declining demand in the domestic and export markets in last two years have dented its performance to some extent.
Black’s Tire Invests $2.7M to Expand North Carolina Distribution Center
Black’s Tire Service will expand its operations in Columbus County, North Carolina with a $2.7 million expansion of its Whiteville distribution center.
Goodyear Cuts Jobs at Danville Plant
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. announced it will eliminate 60 positions at its manufacturing facility in Danville, Virginia.
Monro Inc. Earnings, Expansion Through Acquisition
Monro, Inc. announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire 12 retail tire locations in Louisiana, further expanding the company’s presence in southern markets.
Sears Announces Additional Service Center Closures
As part of Sears Holdings’ processes to facilitate its financial restructuring, the company informed employees at 80 stores that the locations will be shutting down.
Iori Suzuki Becomes Chairman of Toyo Tire Holdings of America
Iori Suzuki, currently president and CEO of Toyo Tire Holdings of Americas Inc. (TTHA), will add the title of chairman of the company to his title.
Alloy Wheel Repair Specialists Acquires AWRS Midwest
Alloy Wheel Repair Specialists, LLC has acquired AWRS Midwest, effective Dec. 11.
SEMA Accepting Scholarship Applications
The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) is now accepting applications for the 2019 SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund for students preparing for careers in the auto or auto parts industries.
Myers Industries Reports 2018 3rd Quarter Results
Myers Industries, a manufacturer of polymer products for industrial, agricultural, automotive, commercial and consumer markets, has announced results for the third quarter, which ended Sept. 30, 2018.
