Yokohama Exhibits at Tokyo Motor Show 2011
Yokohama Rubber Co. announced its participation in Tokyo Motor Show 2011, which will run Nov. 30 through Dec. 11 at Tokyo Big Sight in Koto-ku, Tokyo. Yokohama will present some of its ideas, technology and activities including the firm’s BluEarth eco tire. Not only the BluEarth branded tire series will be on show, but also
Aftermarket Legislative Summit to be Held in D.C. March 14-15
Registration is now open for the annual AAIA Aftermarket Legislative Summit, scheduled for March 14-15 in Washington, D.C. The event provides a unique opportunity for members of the automotive aftermarket from across the country to fly in for meetings with their elected officials to discuss issues of importance to their company and the industry. The summit
New Yokohama Tire on Slate for LA Auto Show
The Avid Ascend orange oil-infused tire offers “remarkable mileage, all-season performance and low rolling resistance,” the tiremaker said.
Tires & The Fine Art of Airborne Produce
On Nov. 24, when the Science Channel fills the cable TV sphere with hours of coverage from the 2011 Punkin Chunkin World Championships, I am going to make some popcorn, pour up a cool soda and prop my behind in front of the big screen to marvel at what man can accomplish with a bar
Anco Blades Win Product, Marketing Awards
Federal-Mogul’s Anco wipers received several new product and POS honors during the recent Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) in Las Vegas. The Anco Profile wiper blade was selected as the "Best New Product" in the AAPEX Packaging and New Product Awards. Judging was based on the product’s overall enhancement of the driving experience through improved
Pirelli Quite ‘Pleased’ With SEMA/GTE
Pirelli Tire North America said it was "more than pleased" with the reaction it received at the recently concluded SEMA Show/Global Tire Expo. "We had a great show this year," said Rafael Navarro III, vice president of media communications. "We told the story of the brand, our product portfolio and the new Pirelli P Zero
Global Tire Expo Huge Success, Says TIA
More than 132,000 people attended the SEMA Show/GTE, with a record-breaking 61,000 buyers specifically interested in tires.
Aftersoft Happy With Show Response
Tire dealer software maker Aftersoft Network N.A. reported that it had a "successful" appearance at the recent SEMA Show/Global Tire Expo. "We had two significant announcements for the show, and both were very well received," said John Fischer, vice president of sales and marketing. "The new smartphone app for our VAST Enterprise software provides real
AskPatty CEO Earns Another Honor
Jody DeVere, CEO of AskPatty.com, will be honored at the upcoming National Remarketing Conference, set for Nov. 17 in Las Vegas. The Tire Review columnist and partner will be honored with 2011 Women in Remarketing Excellence Award. DeVere was honored at the recent SEMA Show/Global Tire Expo with the SEMA Businesswomen’s Network’s 2011 Athena Award.
TRIB Selects Four New Board Members
At its general membership meeting last week in Las Vegas, the Tire Retread & Repair Information Bureau added four new members to its board of directors. At the Oct. 31 meeting, new members selected and added to the board were: Brian Hayes, Purcell Tire & Rubber Co. in Potosi, Mo.; Tim Puck, Snider Tire Inc.