Tyre Aging
(Clacton, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) Now at a first glance you might think the headline suggests this editorial will be something to do with the fact that Michelin North America (MNA) and Continental Tire North America (CTNA) have thrown their weight behind the tyre-life concept.
The Last Building BRIC
(Clacton, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) Much has been written about the emerging Indian, Chinese and Russian markets, but what about South America?
Argentine Producer Introduces Radial Agri Line, Expands Winter Range
(Clacton, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) Fate SAICI is something of an anomaly in South America.
Conti to Raise Europe Tire Prices
(Akron/Tire Review) Continental AG plans to increase tire prices in Europe by 3% to 6% this spring, although an exact effective date has not been revealed.
CTA Member Carriers United on Speed Limiters
(Akron/Tire Review – Today’s Trucking) The Canadian Trucking Alliance has won the support of the last remaining provincial trucking association to join the campaign for coast-to-coast speed limiter adoption in Canada.
Mayfield Leaves Del-Nat to Take Yokohama Post
(Akron/Tire Review) Jim Mayfield, who joined Del-Nat Tire Corp. just over a year ago as vice president of marketing, has resigned, effective Mar. 31. Mayfield will join Yokohama Tire Corp. as director of the company’s Advan tire brand.
CTNA Said to be Considering HQ Move
(Akron/Tire Review) Continental Tire North America (CTNA) is considering moving its U.S. headquarters from Charlotte, N.C., to another part of the city, possibly even to nearby South Carolina, according to reports this weekend.
General Exclaim UHP Ranks First on Tire Rack Survey
(Akron/Tire Review) Though it’s been on the market less than a year, Tire Rack customers recently ranked the General Exclaim UHP “best” among ultra-high performance summer tires.
Al-Dobowi Group at Dubai Aftermarket Show
(Clacton, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) The Al-Dobowi Group has announced plans to participate in the 11th International Automotive Aftermarket ‘AAME 2006’ scheduled to be held from Mar. 20-22 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, UAE.
Analysts Predict 35% OP Increase at Conti
(Clacton, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) Deutsche Bank analysts are predicting that Continental’s operating profit will increase by as much as 35 per cent in the company’s fourth quarter results.