Cheap Chinese Imports Worry Tyremakers
(Akron/Tire Review – India Business Standard) With the tyre market being flooded with cheaper Chinese bus and truck tyres, the domestic tyre industry is up in arms about the under-invoicing of these imports and their inferior quality.
N.C. Shop Owner Wins Babcox Scholarship
(Akron/Tire Review) The Automotive Management Institute (AMI), in conjunction with Babcox Publications, announced that Kim Walker, owner and marketing director of Peak Automotive in Apex, N.C., is the recipient of the 2007 Tom B. Babcox Memorial Scholarship.
CMA Hires Agency, Begins Double Coin Brand Push
(Akron/Tire Review) China Manufacturers Alliance has hired Chicago’s Fathom Communications as it communications and marketing agency for North America.
A-V Expands Executive Board, Oudshoorn Set to Return
(Akron/Tire Review) Amtel-Vredestein NV welcomed four new members to its executive board, including former board member Robert Oudshoorn, who had resigned earlier this year.
Canadian Tire, Dealers Set New Deal, Look for Growth
(Akron/Tire Review) Canadian Tire Corp. and its Canadian Tire Dealers have agreed to a number of changes in their operating contract, including financial changes and a new auto parts program.
Fuel Prices Drive Increase in DIY Activity
(Akron/Tire Review) According to new research from the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA), DIY activity actually increased last year, a shift that AASA said may have been driven by rising fuel costs.
Yokohama Launches Eco Treadsetters Social Network Site
(Akron/Tire Review) Yokohama Tire Corp. launched Eco Treadsetters, a consumer online social network focused on environmental issues.
Penda Hires New OE Sales Boss
(Akron/Tire Review) Jon Page has been appointed director of OEM sales for Penda Corp., producer of truck bedliners, tonneau covers and other vehicle accessories.
Michelin Sweeps J.D. Power OE Awards
(Akron/Tire Review) Michelin swept every segment of the 2007 J.D. Power and Associates 2007 Original Equipment Tire Customer Satisfaction Study.
Golas to Head Specialty Products Sales
(Akron/Tire Review) Specialty Products named Ted Golas as its new vice president of sales and marketing, and John Masson as director of sales for traditional and OE markets.