The Evolution of the Tire Industry: The Struggle for Independent Tire Dealers
It’s a story you may have heard before: the consolidation of retail outlets, advancing technology and additional market shifts result in increasing pressure for those remaining independent dealers. But why is this shift happening? And what are options to support your success moving forward?
Point S Dealers Celebrate Growth, Shared Independence at Annual Meeting
Dealers, employees and family members representing over 200 U.S.-based Point S locations gathered together at Universal Studios in California to celebrate their shared independence at the company’s annual owners meeting.
Chained to the Business: Ways to Detach and Enjoy the Spoils of Your Successes
Successful entrepreneurs believe they’ll be successful and are willing to risk almost everything in pursuit of making a living. What they often don’t think about is the time involved in running the business.
Take a Look Back at 2017’s Top News Stories
From acquisitions to expansions to new faces in leadership roles, the tire industry has been through some significant changes and growth in the past year. Here’s our biggest headlines from 2017.
Icahn Acquires 19 Independent U.S. Service Locations
Icahn Automotive Group has purchased 19 independently owned service locations across the U.S.
PGI Gives ‘Toys for Tots’ Program a Home
The U.S. Marine Corps Reserve’s “Toys for Tots” risked having to cancel this year’s program for the Memphis area after losing its warehouse.
Pep Boys Acquires Connecticut Dealer
Expanding its nationwide footprint, Pep Boys has acquired AutoMaster Service Center in Southington, Conn.
Denso Names New Americas Head
Brett Lowie has been named the new director of Americas Operations for Denso Products and Services Americas Inc., an affiliate of Denso Corp.
Alliance Opens New Savannah Warehouse
The Alliance Tire Group has opened a new warehouse in Savannah, Ga.
Report: Sentury Building Tennessee Plant
Sentury Tire is considering setting up a manufacturing facility in the Memphis, Tenn., area, according to The Atlanta Business Chronicle. The proposed plant would cost $500 million and cover 545 to 560 acres. Construction is reportedly starting next year and by 2019 is expected to produce 50 million tires annually. Currently, Sentury provides the U.S.
