Hunter’s WinAlign Software Update Highlighted at SEMA 2022
WinAlign 17.1, the newest version of Hunter Engineering’s alignment software, is now shipping. Hunter exhibited the software’s new capabilities at the SEMA Show this year in Las Vegas. Hunter says the new software provides two important benefits for Hunter Quick Check Drive and Quick Check Commercial unmanned inspection system customers. First, the company says 17.1
ASA Automotive Unveils Vehicle Inspection Software at SEMA
ASA Automotive Systems debuted its new digital vehicle inspection software, as well as an update to its software for the Bridgestone Affiliated Dealer Network, at the 2022 SEMA Show. Unlike other software, ASA sayid its inspection software can fully integrate with all of its product lines: TireMaster, TireMaster Enterprise, GTX, CornerStone and Yes Prime. “Our
Consumer Survey Shows Greater Trust in Service Professionals
In a survey conducted for the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), automotive service providers have gained more trust and respect among the motoring public than in recent years. The ASE says b4 Branding surveyed almost 1,500 vehicle owners across the country and over 70% reported increased levels of trust in manufacturers, dealerships, independent
Delinte Expands with a Full TBR Product Lineup
Delinte Tire will announce the launch of its new full line of Delinte TBR tires at the 2022 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, according to parent company Sentury Tire. The same company with the technology to build commercial aircraft tires now offers TBR tires via the Delinte brand. Delinte says its TBR lineup will include
Omni United Continues Breast Cancer Research Foundation Support
Through its flagship brand Radar Tires, Omni United announced it will continue supporting the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF). Omni United says it has been supporting BCRF since 2011 and has donated $1.4 million to BCRF over the years. The announcement comes as October marks the start of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. According to Omni
Bridgestone Endorses TCS Technologies as Preferred Software Provider
Bridgestone has partnered with TCS Technologies to equip tire shops with exclusive partnership benefits through their software. According to TCS, tire businesses who sell and service Bridgestone tires can take advantage of integrations tailored specifically for the Bridgestone Affiliated Retailer Nationwide Network. According to TCS, its software program offers a host of features including mobile
Nexen Highlights Changes to Support Customer Growth
Over the past two years, change was constant for Nexen Tire America. Not only was the company grappling with the COVID-19 pandemic and supply chain strains, but it also moved its headquarters from Southern California to Northeast Ohio and hired new team members as a result of its growth. Yet despite changes to its business
The Road to AAPEX Starts Here
You may notice a different type of show car at the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) this year. It only has 140 hp, with a four-speed automatic transmission and clocks in at 20 feet long. This car is not arriving at the show on a trailer. Instead, it’s coming from Akron, Ohio, on its own power. The
Yokohama’s Heather Adelman: Grow People to Grow the Business
As a former college athlete, Heather Adelman is competitive by nature. She’s always striving to get to the next level, adding to her skillset and isn’t afraid to pick up the work when things need to get done. But she won’t tell you that–she lets her actions speak for themselves. “Simply put, Heather is the
TIA to Hold CTS Instructor Class in Ohio
The Tire Industry Association (TIA) has three in-person, 400-Level Certified Commercial Tire Service (CTS) instructor classes in 2022, with the next one scheduled for Sept. 20-23 in Youngstown, Ohio. Additional classes will take place Oct. 11-14 in Louisville, Kentucky, and Dec. 6-9 in Brooksville, Florida. The four-day Certified CTS instructor class covers all aspects of
