Dealer Tire Named a 2016 Top Workplace in NE Ohio
The Cleveland Plain Dealer has named the Cleveland-based tire distributor Dealer Tire as a 2016 Top Workplaces Workplace Achiever in Northeast Ohio. “We’re fortunate to have great associates who have helped build Dealer Tire into a leading business in a relatively short period of time,” said Megan Mayhugh Arth, partner and chief people officer at
Former CIA, NSA Director Michael Hayden to Speak at AAPEX 2016
Retired four-star General Michael Hayden, former director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and the National Security Agency (NSA), will speak at the AAPEX 2016 General Session taking place on Wednesday, Nov. 2, from 8 a.m. to 8:50 a.m. at the Venetian in Las Vegas. During his address, Hayden will dissect political situations in hot
Bridgestone Ecopia OE on 2016 Dodge Durango
Bridgestone Americas will supply its Ecopia H/L 422 Plus tire as original equipment on select models of the 2016 Dodge Durango. Ecopia H/L 422 Plus tires in size 265/50R20 are available on the 2016 Dodge Durango: R/T All-Wheel Drive, R/T Rear-Wheel Drive and Citadel All-Wheel Drive. The tires are also available on SXT and Limited
Auto Care Association Elects New Officers, Board Members for 2016
The Auto Care Association has elected new officers and board members for 2016-2017, effective July 1, 2016. The Auto Care Association’s elected officers of the Executive Committee include: Chairman, Michael Klein, Las Colinas Investments Vice chairman, Mark Finestone, AutoZone Inc. Treasurer, Todd Hack, The Gates Corp. Secretary, Cal Wilkins, tascosalesreps Vice president, Scott LeProhon, NAPA
Rockin’ and Rollin’ into 2016
Still aiming to be dealers’ “No. 1,” Continental Tire the Americas announced a number of updates for 2016 during its Gold Dealer Meeting, themed “Conti Rocks Cancun,” on April 12 at the Hard Rock Hotel in Cancun, Mexico. “Two years ago here, we made a statement that you are our No. 1.; our No. 1
2016 National Tire Safety Week Kicks Off Next Week
As millions of American drivers hit the road for Memorial Day weekend, it’s not just the start of summer, but also the beginning of National Tire Safety Week. From May 29-June 4, the Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA) initiative will be raising awareness about the importance of proper tire care. According to an RMA survey, more
TBC Brands Exhibiting at the 2016 WasteExpo
TBC Brands will exhibit Sumitomo and Sailun truck tires for the waste industry at the WasteExpo at Las Vegas Convention Center, from June 7-9. “We recognize that the WasteExpo offers a view into the current needs and events that face the waste industry today,” said Aaron C. Murphy, vice president of commercial tire sales for
Falken’s Ziex CT50 OE on 2016 Mazda CX-9
Sumitomo Rubber North America Inc.’s Falken Tires brand will supply its Falken Ziex CT50 all-season performance crossover and SUV tire as original equipment for the 2016 Mazda CX-9. “The Falken Ziex CT50 is our first fitment with Mazda for use on one of their global vehicle models,” said Rick Brennan, vice president of marketing for Falken
BFGoodrich ‘Are You Driver Enough’ Tour Continues in 2016
Michelin North America’s BFGoodrich brand is continuing its 2016 “Are You Driver Enough” dealer educational tour across the U.S. During the tour, the tiremaker shares its latest BFG tires, including the new Advantage T/A Sport, and participants have the opportunity to test the tire’s abilities on a racetrack. Upcoming U.S. locations include Denver, Seattle, Minneapolis,
Falken OE on 2016 Nissan Rogue
Sumitomo Rubber North America Inc.’s Falken brand has been selected to provide its Falken Ziex ZE001 A/S as one of the original equipment tires available on the 2016 Nissan Rogue. “The Falken Ziex ZE001 A/S is our first fitment with Nissan and we couldn’t be more thrilled to debut with the Nissan Rogue,” said Rick Brennan,
