Men Steal Used Tires from Sears Store
Police arrested three Paterson, N.J., men on charges they stole used tires from an unlocked trailer at a Sears store at the Seaview Square Mall. A Sears employee called police last Friday and said three people were taking tires from a trailer parked outside the store. The Sears employee told police the three men left
Cooper to Supply Sears With New Tire Lines
Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. finalized an agreement with Sears Holdings to supply some 850 Sears Auto Center facilities nationwide with two full lines of passenger tires, slated to launch within the centers this fall. This agreement involves the manufacturing and sale of the Sears Guardsman Plus and the Cooper Response Touring passenger tire lines.
TIA Membership Elects Four Board Members
The Tire Industry Association (TIA) membership has voted in two incumbents, a newcomer and a former director to its 2022-2023 board. Re-elected were Russ Devens of McCarthy Tire Service and T.J. Trum of Pomp’s Tire Service. Gary MacCausland of VIP Tires & Service was elected to his first term and rejoining the Board after a
TIA Selects Dick Gust as Next CEO
Dick Gust, who chairs the association’s Environmental Advisory Council, will replace current CEO Roy Littlefield III.
2021 Top Shop Finalist: Lex Brodie’s Tire, Brake & Service Co.
Lex Brodie’s is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year, marking six decades of sustaining success and growth by valuing its employees, striving to give maximum value to its customers, and giving back to its community.
Nokian Tyres Pierre Zupancic Enjoys the Fast-Paced Industry
Pierre Zupancic, regional sales director, Eastern Canada, Nokian Tyres, is always ready for a challenge.
Independent Tire Dealer Focus: ‘Uncle Dan’ Svihla
When “Uncle Dan” Svihla – the owner of Uncle Dan’s Tire World & Auto Centers – says customers are No. 1 at his shop, he’s not just delivering lip service.
Kukui Grows Staff in Sales, Marketing, Business Development
The company has added several industry veterans to its staff as Kukui continues to grow.
Auto Care Association, ASE Announce 2019 World Class Technicians
The Auto Care Association has announced the latest recipients of the 2019 World Class Technician award.
In Perspective: A Look at the Winds of Change for Tire Dealers in 2019
After rolling under the radar for years, the tire industry is ripe for disruption in 2019 after an eventful 2018.