Redi-Sensor Wins 2011 AIA Award
Continental’s VDO Redi-Sensor multi-application TPMS sensor won “Best New Product for Import Cars or Trucks” in the 2011 Automotive International Industry Awards competition.
Ateq Earns Innovation Award
TPMS toolmaker Ateq Corp. was a winner of the Innovation 2011 award at the recent 2011 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. The award was given specifically for the "sensor check box" developed by Ateq, an accessory that verifies the accuracy of TPMS sensors before they are assembled inside the wheels.
Carlisle Radial Trail RH is Official Tire of Anglers Tour
The Carlisle Radial Trail RH trailer tire has been named the Official Tire of the 2012 American Bass Anglers Tour. Carlisle Transportation Products announced it has re-signed as a tour level sponsor for the Toyota Tundra Bassmaster Weekend Series, American Fishing Tour, American Couples Series and the annual Military Team Bass Tournament. “Carlisle is a
HDAW Sees Record-Breaking Exhibitor Registration
Organizers for Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week (HDAW) are reporting strong response from a record number of exhibiting suppliers, with more than 380 HDAW Product Expo exhibit spaces reserved at this point of registration. That’s an increase of 20% over the same period in 2011 for the 2012 conference. HDAW 2012 will be held Jan. 23-26
Brake Rotors: When To Resurface And When To Replace
Like brake pads, brake rotors don’t last forever. The rotors wear every time the brakes are applied. Find out what you need to know about rotor wear to minimize customer comebacks.
Bridgestone Extends Predators Arena Naming Rights
Bridgestone Americas and the Nashville Predators have extended naming rights of Bridgestone Arena for five years, through 2019.
TIA Sets CTS Training Schedule for 2012
Tire Industry Association has set its 2012 Schedule of Certified Commercial Tire Service (CTS) instructor classes. Those successfully attending the classes in Denver or Baltimore will be qualified as 400 Level Certified CTS Instructors, meaning they can return to their place of business and train and certify other employees as 300 Level Commercial Tire Technicians.
Leaders to Speak at World Rubber Summit 2012
More than 25 CEOs and business leaders from the rubber and associated sectors are expected to speak at next year’s World Rubber Summit, including representatives from Bridgestone, Goodyear, Lanxess and Michelin. Event organizer, the International Rubber Study Group, said next year’s summit will take place in Singapore on May 22-24, 2012, and be accompanied by
Griffin Brothers Hits the Big 5-0 in a Big Way
Celebrating its 50th anniversary, Cornelius, N.C.-based Griffin Brothers Tires, Wheels & Auto Repair recently opened two new stores. Its eighth location, opened in August, is located in northeast Charlotte. In September, the company opened its ninth location, an exclusive store at the Wells Fargo CIC Campus in Charlotte. Griffin Brothers’ Highland Creek location features an
Reifen China Up 9%, Still Popular Platform
The fifth Reifen China exhibition, which took place in the Shanghai New International Exhibition Center on Nov. 22-24, reportedly "registered a plus in all the sections," according to show organizers Messe Essen and the China United Rubber Corp. Official figures released by the two companies show that 11,255 trade visitors (20% more than in the