Retreading Faces Pressures
When I was asked to contribute an article forecasting what the future held for the truck tire retread market during the next 12 months the first thought that came to my mind was “China.” Although I am writing this while sitting in my office in California, I am well aware that Tire Review has
Data Firm Offering Third Party TPMS CAD Analysis
DriveRight, an automotive, tire and wheel data firm, will soon offer TPMS CAD analysis, according to Tyres & Accessories. In a recent company newsletter the company said that it had a number of different CAD drawings of OE and aftermarket TPMS sensors from manufacturers including Alligator, Schrader, Huf and VDO/Continental. According to the company, DriveRight
TPMS Tools: Turn a Dash Light Into a Profit Center
While the replacement of service kits is undeniably a small-ticket item, it is also a remarkably consistent necessity, bringing in a constant flow of profit and helping build stronger, loyal relationships with customers.
Bartec Increases TPMS Coverage
Bartec USA added three more programmable sensors to its roster with the recent launch of tool update 51 for its range of TPMS tools. Included in this newest update is the ability to program Alligator Sens.it, the Huf IntelliSens and the range of Cubelec sensors. Last year, Bartec added Alligator Sens.it to the Tech400SD and
Product Spotlight: TPMS Tools
The latest reset tools and kits for tire pressure monitoring systems are easy to use and offer variety so technicians can troubleshoot sensors as quickly as possible. Even the most difficult relearns can be completed with ease thanks to wireless printing technology, better displays and simple sensor look-up options.
Weighing TPMS Options
Finding the right sensor replacements for your tire shop – programmable vs. pre-programmed.
Brodsky Shares Goals, Plans for RTA
With membership now above the 300 mark, there is plenty for the Retread Tire Association, under the leadership of Managing Director Harvey Brodsky, to do.
TIA Sets Educational Sessions for 2013 Global Tire Expo
The Tire Industry Association has announced the educational sessions for the Global Tire Expo – Powered by TIA at the SEMA Show, which runs Nov. 5-8 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The tentative schedule is as follows: Tuesday, Nov. 5 TPMS at 10Understanding and Managing the Risks of Servicing TPMSSpeakers: Representatives from Dill Air
Product Spotlight: TPMS Tools
Tire pressure monitoring systems play a vital role in maintaining proper vehicle tire pressure. Drivers of an estimated 50 million vehicles in the U.S. and Canada rely on these devices to track inflation pressure, ultimately leading to less flats, better gas mileage and longer tire life. Because the mandatory systems are so prevalent, it’s important
TIA Touts Strong GTE Seminar Schedule
TIA’s expanded Global Tire Expo (GTE) educational sessions include Green@Noon, TPMS@10, Truck Tires@10, Tires@2 and Management@4.