Torque to Traction
Drive tires are the driving force of commercial vehicles. Whether operating on pavement, gravel, dirt, mud or snow, drive tires are designed for a plethora of harsh environments, offering greater traction and stability compared to other tires. While other types of commercial tires can be used on the drive axles, drive tires are engineered
Conti Showcases Offerings at MINExpo
Continental Tire the Americas, which just started offering OTR tires to the Americas again, is showcasing several new tires during the MINExpo in Las Vegas. “In challenging times we want to add mutual value to our customers. Thus MINExpo gives us an excellent opportunity to show our customers that Continental can indeed supply their needs
Mickey Thompson Expands Baja MTZp3 Line
Mickey Thompson has added five new sizes to its Baja MTZp3 line for SUVs and 4x4s. The new sizes include LT375/65R16 (36X15.00R16LT), 36X15.50R20LT, 38X15.50R20LT, 40X13.50R17LT and 40X14.50R20LT. “Tall, wide sizes of our popular Baja MTZp3 have been in high demand,” said Ken Warner, vice president of marketing for Mickey Thompson. “This incredible mud terrain tire
Mickey Thompson, Dick Cepek Kick Off Tire & Wheel Rebate Program
Now through Oct. 31, Mickey Thompson Performance Tires & Wheels and Dick Cepek Tires & Wheels are offering consumers a prepaid reward card with the purchase of four qualifying tires or wheels. “This is one of the best reward programs we’ve ever offered,” said Ken Warner, vice president of marketing for Mickey Thompson and Dick
Toyo Adds to Open Country Line
Mid July, Toyo Tire USA Corp. added two new tires to its Open Country line, the Open Country C/T and the Open Country Q/T. The new designs are intended to better position the product family for the projected growth within the light truck and SUV segment, bridging the gap between “rugged” and “refined.” The Open
General Grabber X3
In the spirit of “anywhere is possible,” the team at Continental Tire the Americas introduced the new General Grabber X3, a highly anticipated mud-terrain addition to the General brand’s off-road lineup. The new design was introduced and tested at a dual-brand ride-and-drive event at Nemacolin Woodlands Resort in Farmington, Pa., in July. The tiremaker also
Club 3633 Profile: Zach Garrison
Zach Garrison, 31 General Manager Pendleton Tire Co. When the former owner of Pendleton Tire Co. asked Zach Garrison to start working while attending Clemson University, little did Garrison know he’d make a career out of it. Today, Garrison has many jobs, from his general managing duties to working as a salesman from time to
Toyo Expands Open Country Line
Toyo Tire USA Corp. has released two new designs to its Open Country line, the Open Country C/T and the Open Country Q/T, better positioning the product family for the projected growth within the light truck and SUV segment. Open Country Q/T or “Quiet Terrain” is designed to offer a more refined experience while still
TAG, Sentury Enter Supply Agreement
Sentury Tire Americas has entered a tire supply agreement with the Tire Alliance Groupe (TAG) for its new Pantera Tire brand. TAG will now be the exclusive distributor of a line of passenger, crossover, SUV, performance and light truck tires under the Pantera Tire brand, Sentury said. “Over 50 SKUs will be available later this
Mickey Thompson Adds New Sizes to Baja MTZ P3 Line
Mickey Thompson Performance Tires & Wheels has added two new 18-inch sizes, LT275/70R18 and LT295/70R18, to its Baja MTZ P3 line. “The new 18-inch sizes are made to perform well on the street as well as on challenging terrain,” said Ken Warner, vice president of marketing for Mickey Thompson.” The Baja MTZ P3 is an
