2011 Top Shop Finalist: Family Tire & Auto Service
Family Tire & Auto Service has been in business in eastern North Carolina scarcely more than six years, but more than deserves its new title of 2011 Tire Review Top Shop Award Finalist due to continued growth and profitability, coupled with its strong commitment to the communities it serves. David Bucher, 42, is president
2011 Top Shop Winner: Virginia Tire & Auto
“I never had a question in my mind about letting Mike into the business,” Boncarosky says of his son-in-law. “He wanted that and I knew he had some great ideas and skills. He and Julie have a lot of instincts, enthusiasm and abilities and they have done many impressive things.” While Virginia Tire & Auto
Radar Tires Takes Awareness Effort on the Road
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Radar Tires, of Singapore-based Omni United, will be hitting the road this October, hosting events at tire dealerships across the country in support of "Mobilizing Hope." Mobilizing Hope is the Radar brand’s partnership effort with the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Earlier this year, Omni United pledged a donation
AutoTex Pink Hosts DeVere at AAPEX
AutoTex Pink has signed on Jody DeVere as a spokesperson for its all-pink windshield wiper products. DeVere is president and CEO of AskPatty.com, which provides tire dealers with education to help them become more "female friendly," and is a contributor to Tire Review. She will be on hand at AutoTex Pink’s booth at the upcoming
Idaho Dealer Offers Free Women’s Car Care Seminar
Roger’s Tire Pros & Auto Care Center in Caldwell, Idaho, plans to hold a free car and tire care clinic targeting women on Oct. 19. "This free seminar is structured to empower and inform the women who visit our location or other locations," said Ryan Goff of Roger’s Tire Pros. "It’s a community activity event
Love’s Shares the Love With $1 Million Donation
Love’s Travel Stops raised $1.1 million for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals across the country during its annual five-week fundraising campaign. The amount was a record for the company, with the more than 270 Love’s locations nationwide selling paper donation hearts in the amounts of $1, $5, and $20, and organizing local events including bake sales,
CITExpo Sets Records in 9th Annual Event
The organizer of the China International Tire Expo, CITExpo for short, views this year’s tire show in Shanghai positively.
Sir Jimmy and the 10-Week War
It’s an anniversary no one on East Market Street in Akron – let alone anyone in Akron - wants to celebrate. Nov. 20 marks 25 years since the face and make-up of Goodyear was changed for all time after it had fended off a hostile takeover attempt by British mogul Sir James Goldsmith. The 10-week
Michelin Fleet Service Network Gains Members, Coverage
Michelin North America says it Michelin Commercial Service Network "continues to expand, adding approximately 200 locations to increase its coverage by nearly 70% since being launched in February." The CSN also "has enhanced the Michelin OnCall Emergency Road Service, resulting in the network handling a projected 80% more events this year than it did in
Tyre Safety Month Reminder About Illegal Tire Fines
U.K.’s Tyre Safety month begins on Oct. 1 and ATS Euromaster has marked the occasion by reminding motorists that driving with illegal tires risks a £2,500 fine and three penalty points for each illegal tire on their vehicle. With the latest Department for Transport report clocking 860 reported accidents on British roads where illegal, defective