Jim’s Blog: Settle For More Than Malaise
Thirty years ago, then President Jimmy Carter delivered his infamous “National Malaise” televised speech, cautioning Americans about losing confidence, about becoming complacent. I thought about that speech – specifically the word “malaise” – in an e-mail exchange with Alpio Barbara, owner of Redwood General Tire in Redwood City, Calif., who wrote the Letter to the
Jim’s Blog: Settle For More Than Malaise
Thirty years ago, then President Jimmy Carter delivered his infamous “National Malaise” televised speech, cautioning Americans about losing confidence, about becoming complacent. I thought about that speech – specifically the word “malaise” – in an e-mail exchange with Alpio Barbara, owner of Redwood General Tire in Redwood City, Calif., who wrote the Letter to the
What Lies Ahead: Incoming TIA President Outlines Plans for Coming Year
In the midst of this unprecedented economic turmoil, and with the entire automotive and commercial tire sectors still struggling, there are probably very few people who would look forward to taking the helm of a major tire association. However, as I assume the presidency of the Tire Industry Association (TIA), I see far more positives
Top Shop Honorees Share More Keys to Success
I have written this column for several years now, many times discussing various aspects of performance, whether it is tires, wheels or suspensions. And I’ve tried to focus on tangible items we can touch and measure, one against another, to derive the best product for a given application. As we head to Las Vegas and
Lack of Support? Dealer Says ‘We Don’t Know How to Make Our Voices Heard’
I’m usually the type of dealer that sits back and watches as events happen in our industry. That doesn’t mean I don’t care, it’s just that as an independent dealer I don’t really know how or what I can do to change things. That was until today, when I read the New York Times article
50 State Solution? Add It All Up and the Writing is On the Wall
Three years ago, the RMA was busy crafting and politicking a federalbill on tire fuel efficiency that eventually became part of the 2007Energy Bill. Back in 2005, you’ll recall, gas prices were goingthrough the roof. $2.20, then $2.45, then $2.60. Tires, as always,became the focal point, with consumers looking for ways to save moneywith “better”
RMA Outlines Calif. Bill Opposition
In a letter sent to California state senators last week, the RMA outlined its opposition to AB 496, a bill that would require consumer notification of a tire’s date of manufacture.
Just in Case Your Were Wondering
It’s worth reviewing (yet again) just why it is so vitally really extremely important for the U.S. tire industry to step up and pick a date.
Pegging My BS Meter…Again
Our dear friends at American Tire Corp. just keep going and going and going.
Racing Ahead: Local Event Sponsorship Can Boost Your Brand Awareness
Local Event Sponsorship Can Boost Your Brand Awareness Last month we discussed a number of new technologies that are evolving in the tire industry. Goodyear has made huge leaps with its products over the last several years and has been the recipient of a number of awards in this year alone. It is very fitting