Diverse Vehicle Makes and Models Create TPMS Challenges
Not all tire pressure monitoring systems are created equal. In fact, each new vehicle model year brings with it a variety of updated TPMS replacement, reset, activation and decoding procedures. Some measures necessitate using the latest tools; all require a thorough understanding of step-by-step maintenance and service procedures. Learning about a specific TPMS while the
Become a Stunt Driver With Bridgestone
Some say he is holidaying in Australia this February, and that during his down under jaunt he’ll be performing his world-first driving stunt – all we know is, he’s called the Stig, and Bridgestone is offering its Australian devotees the chance to drive like the Top Gear racing driver. This first ever driving stunt will
Let’s Grade the Options
Bridgestone has said that 2010 will be its last season of F1 racing. No more tires, no more dollars. And while most of the motorsport world’s F1 attention has been focused on whether Renault will remain in (yes it will) and if Michael Schumacher will suit up again (apparently he will), no one is addressing
New Dealer Opens Doors in Louisiana
Independent dealer Tiger 1 Tires & Service Center opened a 12-bay store in Monroe, La. Store manager Darrell Yates said Tiger 1 has several advantages in the market. “We offer free tire rotation and free brake inspections. Bring in any competitor’s written quote and we will give you 20% off their labor rate on any
Hercules Opens Expanded Chicago TDW Faclity
Hercules Tire & Rubber Co. has moved its Chicago Tire Dealer’s Warehouse branch to a new, larger facility in nearby Franklin Park, Ill. The new Chicago TDW facility has 50% more capacity, a state-of-the-art inventory management system and expanded loading docks, and will now provide "will call" service to customers, Hercules said. “Our TDW division
Hankook Fifth in Europe? Maybe!
European marketshare data released by Hankook shows that Michelin remains the undisputed leader in both the car and truck tire segments – but the previously exclusive stable of top five tire manufacturers gained a new member in 2009. Hankook’s decision to publish its projections of how the land lies, following one of the most tumultuous
Goodyear Wins Popular Science Innovation Award
The Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max has been named to Popular Science magazine’s "Best of What’s New" 2009 list of products in the Automotive Technology category. The tire is featured in a special section of the December issue. "We are pleased to be honored by the editors of Popular Science for the innovation represented in the
Fuel Max to Max Fuel on New Prius
The 2010 Toyota Prius will now come standard with Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max. The fitment for the popular Prius will be Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max tires in size P195/65R15. The selection of the new Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max as a standard tire for the 2010 Toyota Prius follows earlier announcements of the tire also being
BFG Adds Six Sizes to All-Terrain T/A KO Line
BFGoodrich Tires has added six new sizes to its premier light truck tire, the All-Terrain T/A KO. The additional sizes are designed to provide coverage for some of the latest pick-up truck fitments, including the Dodge Ram 3500 Series, Ford F-150 and Super Duty F-250/350 Series as well as the Toyota Tundra, the company said.
2009 Top Shop Finalist: Curry’s Automotive
When Matt and Judy Curry opened Curry’s Auto Service in 1998, the couple knew they were taking a risk. With one child at home and another on the way, the Currys opened their shop in Chantilly, Va., with 13 credit cards and $103,000 worth of debt. “Every last penny to our name was in this
