Pirelli’s Telecom Italia Sale Delayed
(Staffordshire, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) The sale of Pirelli’s loss-making share in Telecom Italia has been delayed by Brazil’s telecommunications regulator Anatel.
Michelin Voted Most Recognisable Tyre Brand in the UK
(Staffordshire, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) Michelin’s long established heritage and iconic mascot has helped it become one of the most recognisable and best-loved brands on the U.K. market, a phenomenon highlighted by recent survey results released by the Superbrands Council.
Yokohama Launches New Ads
(Akron/Tire Review) Yokohama Tire Corp. is launching a new multi-media advertising campaign, centering around its Advan UHP line and Yokohama’s “environmental stance.”
Van den Ban Re-brands Flamingo as Blackstone Tyres
(Staffordshire, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) For the past 30 years Van den Ban Autobanden B.V. (VDB) has distributed its private brand Flamingo tyres, building up from initial local distribution in Holland into the current U.K. and European distribution network.
Women’s Board to Hold Second Automotive Aftermarket Women’s Career Day
(Akron/Tire Review) The Car Care Council Women’s Board has announced the second annual Automotive Aftermarket Women’s Career Day.
Hankook Signs on With Chevy Driving Program
(Akron/Tire Review) Hankook Tire America Corp. has signed on as the official tire sponsorship of Chevrolet’s “Rev It Up 2007: Where Drivers Come to Play” performance driving school and competition program.
Senate Commerce Subcommittee to Hold Hearing on Chinese-Made Products, Including Tires
(Akron/Tire Review) The Senate Commerce Committee’s Interstate Commerce, Trade and Tourism Subcommittee has scheduled a hearing to discuss Chinese product safety, according to Dan Zielinski, vice president of communications for the Rubber Manufacturers Association.
Spectacular Showrooms
These days, when it comes to showrooms and customer lounges, there’s a lot of potty talk going on. But, it’s not what you might think. Tire dealers are literally cleaning up their act, and it has nothing to do with verbal communication. It has everything to do with attracting and keeping customers. “I’m very serious
Black’s Tire Raises Money for Charity, Hosts Hospitality Event
(Akron/Tire Review) Black’s Tire, RBR Enterprises, BB&T and CARQUEST raised more than $40,000 for charity last weekend as part of the 7th annual BTS Myrtle Beach Charity Golf Tournament.
Digital ePen to ‘Revolutionise’ Offsite Data Transfer
(Staffordshire, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) An innovative new way of turning hand written paperwork into electronically transmittable data is set to transform the way in which tyre businesses process information from mobile technicians and other remote workers.