Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S Part of Performance Package for 2018 Ford Mustang GT
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S tires have been fitted for some of the top performance cars in Europe, and will make their mass-market North American debut as part of Mustang GT Performance Package for the 2018 Ford Mustang GT.
Servicing Ford TPMS
Ford embraced tire pressure monitoring systems as early as the 2002 model year on the Explorer and Windstar. These systems can be either direct or indirect. From 2006-’09, Ford used banded sensors mounted in the center of the rim. In 2010, Ford reverted to valve stem-mounted sensors.
OEC Completes Acquisition of Clifford Thames Group
OEConnection (OEC) has completed the purchase of Clifford Thames Group (CT) officially on June 30.
Rancho Launches Suspension Lift Kits for 2017 Ford Superduty Trucks
Tenneco’s Rancho brand has released new Ford Superduty suspension systems and leveling kits, now including a 5-inch radius arm lift kit, 5-inch drop bracket lift kit and a 2.5-inch leveling system.
Proud to Be a Tire Dealer: Audra Fordin
When a recession hit in the late 2000s, tire dealer Audra Fordin, owner of Great Bear Auto Repair and Body Shop in Queens, N.Y., was at risk of losing her business as fewer and fewer cars came to the shop. But through this struggle, Fordin found her business’ (and her own) salvation in an unlikely
BFGoodrich OE on Ford F-150 Raptor
Michelin North America’s BFGoodrich brand will fit the new 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor with its All-Terrain T/A KO2 tires as original equipment. Engineered with BFGoodrich’s off-road motorsports technology, KO2 tires offers toughness, tread life and traction for harsh off-road conditions such as gravel, dirt, rock, mud and snow, BFG said. The Raptor’s KO2 tires were
Meet Raybestos 1969 Ford Mustang Car Builder at APPEX
Visitors to Brake Parts Inc.’s (BPI) booth (#3638) at APPEX will have the opportunity to meet world-renowned car builder Jeff Schwartz and see the award-winning Raybestos 1969 Ford Mustang Fastback. Schwartz’s company Schwartz Performance in Woodstock, Ill., completely rebuilt the Raybestos ‘69 Mustang, which includes an off-the-shelf performance disc brake upgrade package using Raybestos components
Ford Honors Toyo with Supplier Award
Ford Motor Company has recognized Toyo Tire USA Corp. as a preferred supplier with the Ford Q1 award. According to Toyo, the company earned the award “in recognition of its superior product quality, high reliability, exceptional materials and dependable supply chain management.” Toyo has supplied original equipment tires to Ford since April 2014. The internationally
TPMS Update: FORD Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems
Ford embraced Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) as early as the 2002 model year on the Explorer and Windstar. These systems can be direct or indirect, and all 2007 models have TPMS standard. From 2006-2009, Ford used banded sensors that are mounted in the center of the rim. In 2010, Ford reverted to the valve
Bobby’s Tire Reorganizes Leadership, Crawford Joins Team
Virginia-based Bobby’s Tire and Auto has restructured its management team and is looking to expand its footprint in 2016. Dealership founder Bobby Cutchins is now the chief visionary officer. Robby Cutchins, former company president, is the company’s new CEO. Additionally, Bobby’s has hired industry veteran Dave Crawford to serve as president and chief operating officer.