Hankook Presents Check to DAV
Hankook Tire America Corp. renewed its commitment to the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) with a check presentation during the Cincinnati Reds’ Military Appreciation Day Game.
Falken Wins Davey Awards
Falken Tires was awarded four 2016 Davey Awards. The Davey Awards are presented annually for outstanding work in a variety of visual fields. Falken Tires received multiple gold and silver awards for their “Grip the Moment” advertising campaign. The “Grip the Moment” integrated ad campaign highlights the many adventures and activities Falken Tires provides by
AASP/NJ Auctioning Nub-Customized Harley Davidson
The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ) will be auctioning off a customized 2017 Harley Davidson Softail Slim motorcycle at the 40th annual Northeast Automotive Services Show. The Harley’s custom paint job was done by industry legend Nub of Nub Grafix in Walden, N.Y. During the show, the Harley will be displayed
Hankook Helps Veterans with DAV Mobile Service Office Stops
Hankook Tire America Corp. has nearly doubled the number of Hankook-sponsored DAV Mobile Service Office (MSO) stops this year to help the veteran community with Disabled American Veterans (DAV). This year, the tiremaker provided free services including VA disability claims assistance to 172 veterans and their families at participating tire dealerships in Arizona, Tennessee and
Hankook Attends DAV National Convention
Hankook Tire Co. attended Disabled American Veterans’ (DAV) 95th National Convention in Atlanta to show its continued support for the organization and the veteran community. “Hankook is dedicated to honoring veterans and helping provide them with access to the benefits and services they deserve,” said Seung Hwa Suh, vice chairman and CEO of Hankook Tire Co.
Dealer Profile: Kevin Davis
Kevin Davis grew up immersed in the tire industry. By the age of 6, he was learning to change tires; by the time he was out of high school, he was running his own service truck; and by the age of 19, Davis became an independent tire dealer. Now, Davis and 62 employees successfully run
Proud to Be a Tire Dealer : Dave Snyder
While waiting for truck tires, an eye-opening experience led Dave Snyder to build his own tire business in Wasilla, Alaska. “I followed my dream to move to Alaska to drive a truck, but saw close friends lose family from being on the road so much. I knew I wanted to open my own business, and
Falken Advertising Earns Davey, W3 Awards
Falken Tire Corp.’s in-house creative team earned four Silver Davey Awards and another two Silver W3 awards from the Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts (AIVA). The Davey Awards honors creative work from the best small agencies, firms and companies worldwide, according to Falken. The tiremaker earned silver Daveys for its “Ultimate Dark Night” RC
Galaxy Brand Founder David Ganz Dies
David Ganz, the founder of the Galaxy brand and an innovator in construction and agricultural tires, died on Oct. 21. “Those who knew David describe him as ‘fiercely passionate’ about everything he did,” said Jim Clark, president of Alliance Tire Americas Inc. “Whether it was his family, aviation, business or philanthropy – he put every
Retread Veteran Dave Aldrich Dies
David V. Aldrich, longtime member of the retread industry, died March 13 at the age of 85. Dave’s son, Don, noted that his father’s motto was “If in doubt, throw it out.” “[My dad] taught me quality, quality and quality. We are in fact dealing with the safety of peoples’ lives in our hands, so