Superior Industries Closing Van Nuys Aluminium Wheel Factory
U.S.-based aluminium wheel manufacturer Superior Industries International intends to close its factory in Van Nuys, Calif.
Schaeffler’s Takeover of Continental Gets EU Approval
The EU Commission has granted approval of the takeover of Continental AG by the Schaeffler Group.
150 Tires Stolen From Iowa Dealer
About $25,000 worth of tires was stolen over the weekend from Linder Tire Services in Iowa City, Iowa.
Cooper Plant Closing Update
As announced yesterday, Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. will close its Albany, Ga., tire plant, the result of its recent study of the company’s U.S. tire capacity.
Integra Rising: David Cosco’s New Brand is Gaining Fast Friends
(Western Canada Tire Dealers Assn. – Tim Pawsey) A major new player is making its presence felt on the Western Canadian tire industry scene this fall – except that “new” player actually has some very solid roots in the business.
Kumho Tire Awards Winners of ‘College Ad Contest’
Kumho Tire announced the winners of the 10th ‘Kumho Tire College Ad Contest’, a competition it says is held with the aim of inspiring passion and creativity among college students in South Korea.
Continental Cuts Back Production at German Tyre Making Factories
Production is being cut back at Continental’s three German tyre production plants.
Pirelli Expresses Desire to Retain Carlisle Operations
Pirelli has reportedly again voiced its desire to retain its operations in Carlisle.
Talk of Redundancies at Mt. Vernon Factory Mere Rumours, Says CTNA
Circulating talk of imminent redundancies at Continental Tire North America’s Mt. Vernon factory are just rumours, a company official reported on Nov. 18.
Columbian to Close U.S. Carbon Black Plant
Due to softer demand for carbon black in North America, Columbian Chemicals announced on Nov. 12 that it will close its production facilities in Marshall, W.Va.