Mercedes & Muscle Cars
While SEMA and other groups railed against so-called “Cash for Clunkers” government programs – a subsidy system suggested as a way to spur new car sales and get older, less eco-friendly rides off the road – the virtually same program has had tremendous success in Germany.
Opportunity Seekers: Kumho Tempers Plans, Adds Green and TBR Lines
Kumho Tempers Plans, Adds Green and TBR Lines
Going ‘Green’
“Going Green,” “sustainability,”“alternative fuels,” and “alternative energy sources” – these are terms andphrases we have all been hearing a lot lately; but how do they apply to thetire industry? How can the term “green tires”even be relevant? “Going Green” typically means thata manufacturer is committed to: 1. Environmentally friendlydesigns. 2. Improving manufacturingoperations to reduce their
Kumho Tempers Plans, Adds Green and TBR Lines
Kumho Tire USA’s annual dealer meeting had been a time for the South Korean tiremaker to outline ambitious growth plans for the coming year.
What is ‘Green’?: We May Be Seeing Red Without a Clear Enviro-Definition
For the tire industry, its products and services, and its face to the eco-consuming public, exactly what is “green”? This is a very valid question for the enviro-age. Is it oil-free tires or those substituting citrus oil? Tires made from recycled crumb rubber? Dandelions or cornstarch? What about retreading or making better use of existing
Kumho Sets Ambitious 2009
Kumho Tires USA has big plans for 2009, unveiling a number of new products at the recent SEMA Show.
Bridgestone Releases Mid-Term Plan 2008
Bridgestone Corp. has released details of its “Mid-Term Management Plan 2008” (MTP2008), which covers the period 2009 through 2013. The outline of the plan is as follows.
Hankook’s Enfren Wins 2008 Green Product Award
Hankook Tire has stated that its enfren tyre, which the company says is South Korea’s first fuel-efficient, environment friendly tyre, received a Korea Green Management Excellence Award in the green product category.
Yokohama Charity Event Raises WWF Funds
Yokohama employees staged a charity fundraiser for the benefit of WWF-Japan, raising 1,334,850 yen (7,060 pounds sterling) for the ecological cause.
Turkish Tiremaker Signs $250 Million Deal With IFC
(Turkey News.com) Turkish tire manufacturer Petlas, the first and only plant in Turkey that can manufacture military tires, signed a loan agreement with International Finance Corporation (IFC) worth $250 million, an executive of Petlas said Sept. 2.