GITI Eyeing European OE Business
In order to strengthen its place in the lucrative European replacement market, and with a view to positioning itself for OE contracts, GITI Tire has invested significantly in the expansion of both the company’s main R&D centre in China and the development of a world-class European Technical Centre (ETC).
Volkswagen First European OE Supplied by Hankook Hungary
Volkswagen has become the recipient of Hankook’s first-ever OE delivery to a European vehicle manufacturer from its Dunaujvaros factory.
Cooper Cuts “30-50” Jobs at Melksham Plant
Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. plans to cut 30-50 jobs at its Melksham, Wiltshire, plant.
Queen’s Award For Norbar Tools
Norbar Torque Tools in Banbury has been honoured with the Queen’s Award for Enterprise: International Trade for its contribution to U.K. manufacturing exports.
Modern Tire Changers Save Time, Energy
Mostmotorists are guilty of thinking that their tires are fine, their O2sensor is working perfectly and their air conditioning unit is going tolast forever. But how often do they stop to think about tire changers? Inso many ways, the tire changer is the heartbeat of a tire dealership.If you can’t get ‘em off, you probably
Alcoa Wheels Selected for Lightweight Lamborghini
When Alcoa spoke of plans to extend its passenger car OE supply in late 2008, it didn’t just have run of the mill vehicles in mind.
Positive Feedback for Automechanika Malaysia
The organiser of the Automechanika Malaysia exhibition has reported on the success of this year’s show.
Weighing Options: Mechanical Balancing or Balancing Compounds?
There is no easy answer to this age-old question, because each choice has merit. Fleets on both sides of the argument are sold on their choice and most are not about to change their minds anytime soon. Think of it in the same way people think about cars. Some will only “buy American,” while others
Tire Seller Pursues Latest Spin-Off
(Financial Times) Michael Welch was just 22 when he launched Blackcircles, his online tyre-selling business, eight years ago.