BFS Renegotiating Plantation Agreement in Liberia
(Staffordshire, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) The Liberian government is currently in discussions with Bridgestone/Firestone to renegotiate the concession contract for the tyremaker’s operation of the world’s largest natural rubber plantation.
Pirelli Won the Battle, but Who Will Win the War?
(Staffordshire, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) On Feb. 27, the FIA announced that Pirelli had won the tender to be the official tyre supplier to the 2008-2010 FIA World Rally Championships.
Sweating It Out: Continuing Tire Shortage Opens Supplier Doors, Puts Strain on Servicing Dealers
It’s been the best of times and the worst of times for OTR tire dealers. Over the past three years, mining, quarry and construction customers have been crying out for new tires. But all the orders in the world mean nothing without tires. As dealers know all too well, the real result of all that
Report: Pirelli Eying Return to F1
(Akron/Tire Review) AFX has reported that Pirelli SpA is pitching FIA to supply tires for the Formula One series.
SA Tyre Distribution Faces Its Biggest Challenge Yet
(Douglasdale, South Africa/S.A. Treads) When I first joined the tyre industry in the late 1980s, it was a booming trade.
Retreaders Have to Adjust Service and Product Portfolio
(Staffordshire, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) The new tyre industry’s continued push into international and national fleet business (and, thus, into the retreading business) will very likely lead to an increased market polarisation between these companies and independent players participating in this market.
Tyre Majors to Display at Geneva Show
(Staffordshire, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) The world’s leading tyremakers are exhibiting at the 77th International Motor Show, held in Geneva between Mar. 8-18.
BFG Out, Pirelli In at WRC
(Akron/Tire Review) The topsy-turvy world of the FIA took yet another unusual turn earlier this week when it was announced that Groupe Michelin’s BFGoodrich brand would no longer be the sole tire supplier to the World Rally Championship after this season, and was being replaced by Pirelli.
Brityrex International on Target for a Record Show
(Staffordshire, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) With Brityrex International 2007 only a matter of weeks away, the show continues to attract exhibitors from a wide range of tyre and aftermarket sectors.
BFNAT, USW Talks Progressing
(Akron/Tire Review) Reports from the United Steelworkers indicate that master contract negotiations with Bridgestone/Firestone North American Tire are progressing.