Four Selected as 2022 Tire Industry Hall of Fame Inductees
The Tire Industry Association’s (TIA) Hall of Fame Committee has selected four new inductees for the 2022 Tire Industry Hall of Fame: the late Larry Day, retired chairman and CEO of TBC Corp; Christine Karbowiak, retired Bridgestone Americas executive; Joe DePaolis, tire dealer and former president of the National Tire Dealers & Retreaders Association (NTDRA);
Continental Focuses on Adding Value to Dealers Amid Economic Uncertainty
With a hectic economy and changing tire landscape, leadership at Continental Tire the Americas believes the way to win dealers is by adding value to their business. Being a consistent, reliable partner in the market is the way their team has always built relationships with dealers, and as businesses continue to rebound from pandemic lows,
Tire Industry Association Launches EV Advisory Council
As the automotive industry shifts toward producing electric-powered vehicles, the Tire Industry Association (TIA) has launched an Electric Vehicle Advisory Council (EVAC) to begin evaluating the impact of this evolution on the tire industry. The council will focus on educating and training tire and auto dealers on the proper service techniques and procedures of EVs,
Napa Auto Parts, UTI Form Strategic Alliance
Napa has become the preferred Universal Technical Institute auto parts supplier, which includes its best-in-class Napa Autotech training program that will be available to faculty, the company said.
Former Fountain Tire CEO and Board Chair, Brian Hesje, Dies
Former Fountain Tire CEO and Board Chair Brian Hesje died on Dec. 5 with his family by his side, the company said.
Auto Care Association Names World Class Tech Recipients
This annual recognition is presented to professional technicians who have attained ASE certification in 22 specific areas during the previous calendar year.
U.S. Army to Introduce ASE Military Credentials
Successful completion of tests, plus an experience requirement, will result in ASE military technician credentials for qualified candidates.
ASE to Resume Testing May 18
ASE tests scheduled prior to May 18 have been canceled and can be rescheduled to a date after May 18.
ACA, ASE Announce 2020 World Class Technicians
More than 2,000 technicians have earned the status of “World Class Technician” since its inception over 30 years ago.
Is Your Tire Business Not Reaching Its Potential? Here’s Why
Your dealership’s competitive edge may no longer exist thanks to the Information Age. So, how do you make your business stand out?
