Author Steve Gilliland to Address 2020 OTR Tire Conference
Titled “Making a Difference,” Steve Gilliland’s speech will detail how to positively influence people in every way, regardless of position or status, TIA says.
AAPEX Reveals More Details on 2020 Tire/Tire Accessory Section, Repair Shop HQ
The AAPEX show will expand in 2020 by adding a Repair Shop HQ. This will include a new Tire and Tire Accessory section as part of the new space, as well as building out a four-bay shop on the show floor.
McCarthy Tire Will Acquire 16 GCR Locations from Bridgestone
McCarthy Tire Service will purchase 13 GCR Tires & Service (GCR) stores and three GCR retread plants from Bridgestone Americas, Inc.
Snider Fleet, McCarthy Tire Host First Tire Safety Leadership Summit
Representatives from top commercial tire dealers across the U.S. gathered this month for the industry’s first Tire Safety Leadership Summit.
Sears Auto Centers, Amazon Expand Ship-to-Store Service Nationwide
After teaming up with Amazon.com in May, Sears Auto Center has expanded its ship-to-store tire installation program nationwide with the tech giant.
Sears Adds Locations Available to Amazon’s Tire Customers
The number of locations is growing from 41 to 118 nationally, months ahead of schedule.
Recognizing Those Certified for Earthmover Tire Service
The Certified ETS Instructor Program provided by the Tire Industry Association (TIA) is the most advanced and comprehensive assessment of proficiency in the classroom and in the field in the tire service industry.
McCarthy Tire Becomes First Commercial Dealer with Advanced-Level OTR Trainer
McCarthy Tire Service has announced that Mark Shimko, Corporate Off-the-Road (OTR) and Commercial Safety Trainer, has attained his 400-Level Earthmover Instructor certification from the Tire Industry Association (TIA).
McCarthy Tire Purchases Commercial Division of Sandone Tire
McCarthy Tire Service has purchased the commercial division of Sandone Tire in Scranton, Pa. Sandone’s retail stores were not part of the agreement.
McCarthy Tire Expands Reading Operations with Larger Facility
Commercial tire dealer McCarthy Tire Service has relocated its operations in Reading, Pa., to a 32,000 square-foot facility about 2 miles away.