Manufacturers Push UHP Summer Tire Segment to the Limits
In a targeted segment that caters to enthusiasts — from spirited daily drivers to weekend track warriors — dealers who are up to speed on tire features, performance and options will find success with their UHP summer customers.
Kantner’s Tire Service Prioritizes Speed, Efficient & Honest Service
With a unique business model, Kantner’s Tire Service has earned its place as a Finalist in K&M’s 2023 Top Shop program.
K&M Tire Dealers Go ‘All In’ at 2023 Conference & Trade Show
K&M Tire provided the fun, prizes and resources to dealers during its annual conference and trade show.
Matt Leeper Joins Tire Distributors of Georgia
Matt Leeper has joined Tire Distributors of Georgia (TDG) as its vice president of sales and vendor relations.
Falken Ends Partnership with Formula Drift
Falken Tires, a subsidiary of Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd. in Japan, will end its Formula Drift driving program as well as its support within the Champ Off Road Racing series. “As many companies reassess their overall strategies to better handle potential constraints, Falken has decided to move its resources in different directions,” the companny said.
Falken Sponsored Drivers Snag Top Posts in GAS Finals
Three of Team Falken’s drivers competing in the Great American Shortcourse (GAS) Finals at the San Bernardino County Fairgrounds combined for a total of seven top finishes. Running his four-cylinder Mini Open pick-up against many ULTRA4 and Open V8-powered opponents, Brian Cannon came into the finals as the Mini Open point series champion, according to
Nexen Tire Motorsports Makes Top Placements for Racing Season
Nexen Tire Motorsports concluded its 2022 U.S. motorsports program which included top finishes by its teams in both Formula Drift, Championship Off-Road and Ultra4 Off-Road Racing. The tire manufacturer began the 2022 racing season with a goal to strengthen its competitive racing program by supplying several different racing endeavors with its products. In Formula Drift,
Comparing Trends in All-Season and All-Weather Tire Segments
When it comes to all-season and all-weather tires, consumer expectations have been a driving force in both segments, affecting everything from OE fitments and sales trends to tire performance. Essentially, consumers want the convenience of not having to swap tires every winter, as well as the safety and performance provided by capable all-weather tires, according
Falken to Supply Wildpeak A/T to 2022 Toyota Tundra Models
Continuing its relationship as an original equipment supplier to Toyota Motor Sales, Falken Tires will provide its Wildpeak all-terrain tires to the all-new 2022 Tundra TRD models. Falken says it will offer two different sizes for two versions of the Toyota Tundra TRD – the Wildpeak A/T3W, sized 285/65R18 for the Pro model, and the
Falken Scores Three Podiums at Amsoil Championship Off-Road Series
Falken drivers scored a second place and a pair of thirds in the season-opening rounds of the 2022 Amsoil Championship Off-Road Series at Antigo Lions Roaring Raceway. The triple-podium results came from the efforts of Trey Gibbs of Murrieta, CA, who earned third in the ProLite race in Round 1, having started in 22nd. Gibbs during
