Reflecting on Four Years’ Worth of ‘Top Shops’
Perhaps you’re surprised to see my face on this page instead of Editor Jim Smith’s. Well, you should be. It doesn’t happen often, but now and then I like to resurface in the pages of the magazine and offer a few pearls of wisdom. Also, I like to see if I still have it in
Hankook Looks to Eco-Tires to Support Growth Goal
According to Hankook Tire’s vice president, Pae Ho-youl, green tires will be the tire industry’s “keyword” for some time to come. For this reason, the Korean company is making substantial investments in this area. Pae recently told the Korea Times newspaper than Hankook had spent 20 billion won per annum while working on its enfren
TCS Reports Record Year of Growth
Tire Company Solutions said it has had a record year of growth, as well as signing the highest number of new clients yet at this year’s SEMA Show. Among those signing up for TCS’ suite of solutions at the show were Speedy’s Tire in Charlotte, N.C., Tire Ninja in Los Angeles, Lucy’s Tire Inc. in Miami,
GE Money Enhances Credit Card Program
As more and more consumers ask for credit options for tires and automotive services, GE Money announced at last week’s Global Tire Expo/SEMA Show that it has opened an online business center for its CarCareONE credit card customers. The center lets dealers process transactions and track customers’ purchases, as well as offer online training courses,
Raybestos Names Winner of Roadster Pickup
Raybestos announced Vin Paladini of Great Falls, Va., as the winner of the company’s ’32 Roadster Pickup from the summer 2010 national promotion. Paladini’s name was drawn as winner from more than 45,000 entries received. He was flown to Las Vegas and shuttled directly to the SEMA Show, where the one-of-a-kind hot rod was presented
TIA Adds Health, Workers’ Comp Insurance Benefits for Members
The Tire Industry Association announced it has partnered with Federated Insurance to offer members access to affordable and comprehensive workers’ compensation insurance, in addition to access to , a selection of limited-benefit medical plans through, HM Care Advantage, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield TIA members interested in more information and a
Liquid Wrench Launches New Grease Product Line
Liquid Wrench introduced a new line of grease products, which will join the company’s family of specialty lubricants and penetrants, at the Global Tire Expo/SEMA Show. The six new products will be available nationwide in major retailers starting January 2011, the maker, Radiator Specialty Co., said. The new products include multi-purpose grease for general light
TRIB Looks Outside Industry, Selects New Managing Director
The Tire Retread & Repair Information Bureau has appointed David Stevens, 42, as its new managing director. Stevens will replace interim managing director Marvin Bozarth, who had filled the role after the TRIB board of directors dismissed long-time managing director Harvey Brodsky on Oct. 5. Stevens’ appointment was unanimously agreed upon by the board, which
Siouxland Tire Dealer Named North America’s Best
Tires, Tires, Tires (Tires3), with three retail locations in Sioux Falls, S.D., and Sioux City, Iowa, has been named winner of the 2010 Tire Review Top Shop Award. Now in its fourth year, the Tire Review Top Shop Awards, presented by Ammco/Coats, seeks to honor the “best of the best” independent tire dealers in the
TIA Welcomes New Members, President
At the Tire Industry Association’s annual meeting, held in conjunction with the Global Tire Expo/SEMA Show in Las Vegas, the group welcomed new board members and incoming president Mike Berra. Outgoing president Wayne Croswell recognized several long-time volunteers and outgoing board members: Dan Beach, Mike Baggett, Roy Bromfield, Gordon Gough, Bob Katz, Jim Raben and