Top Shop Awards Deadline Coming
The deadline for entries is fast approaching for the fifth annual Tire Review Top Shop Awards. Entries are being accepted through July 8 for the 2011 Top Shop Awards presented by Ammco/Coats, which seeks to honor the "best of the best" independent tire dealers in the U.S. and Canada.Entry forms and information are available online
Exhibitors Piling On for 2011 Global Tire Expo
According to SEMA, some 190 exhibitors have already registered for a booth at the 2011 Global Tire Expo, powered by TIA, well on pace to smash last year’s mark. Last year’s inaugural GTE hosted 194 exhibitors, including 47 first-time exhibitors, up 11.5% from the 2009 show. The GTE made its debut at the 2010 SEMA
Servicing Chrysler’s Versatile 3.3L and 3.8L Engines
ad RapThese engines have a mixed reputation for being high-mileage, dependable powerplants as well as noisy motors that can fail at a relatively low mileage. Some 3.3/3.8L V6s have racked up well over 200,000-plus miles on the odometer with no major problems (except some oil burning), while others have called it quits at 70,000 to
TIA Still Seeks Industry HOF Nominations
The Tire Industry Association reminds that it is accepting nominations for the 2011 Tire Industry Hall of Fame until July 5. The Hall of Fame is open to individuals in the tire industry, including manufacturers, inventors, publishers, equipment suppliers, tire association executives, tire dealers, tire and rubber recyclers and retreaders. Inductees are chosen based on
TIA Seeks Tire Industry HOF Nominations
The Tire Industry Association is accepting nominations for the 2011 Tire Industry Hall of Fame from May 3 to July 5. The Hall of Fame is open to individuals in the tire industry, including manufacturers, inventors, publishers, equipment suppliers, tire association executives, tire dealers, tire and rubber recyclers and retreaders. Inductees are chosen based on
Unsavory Slashings of Tires and a Salty Plea
Sure you have been following the goings-on across our Northern border, and know that it is once again National Election Season in Canada. Seems a confidence vote didn’t go in favor of sitting Prime Minister Stephen Harper or his entire Conservative Party. So, as is custom in a parliamentary system, the ‘no confidence’ vote resulted
Sullivan Tire Hits the Field with New Promo
Sullivan Tire & Auto Service has launched a new promotion called "The Ultimate Baseball Showdown," which gives Boston Red Sox fans the opportunity to challenge a couple of Red Sox stars.
Genetically Modified Rubber Trees and Blingy Wheels
Interesting story for those into horticulture AND concerned about the fast-rising price of natural rubber. Seems that scientists in India have been playing around with genetically modified rubber. Rather, they have been attempting to genetically modify latex-producing trees in an effort to hasten the amount of time it takes between planting and tapping. Currently, it
Cooper Begins Record-Breaking Year With Four Product Launches
In a year in which Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. will introduce the most new products to the North American market in the company’s history, the tiremaker is starting things off with a bang.
1099 No More: Obama Signs Repeal
Yesterday, President Obama signed the legislation into law officially repealing the 1099 reporting requirement included in last year’s health care law.Under the terms of the repeal, businesses will no longer be required to issue 1099 forms to all vendors from whom they buy more than $600 worth of goods or services in any year, beginning