Top Shop Deadline Coming: Entries Due July 15
(Akron/Tire Review) The deadline is fast approaching for North American tire dealers to enter the 2007 Tire Review Top Shop Award presented by Hennessy Industries.
Trend to Accessorize Vehicles Going Strong
(Akron/Tire Review – SEMA News) American drivers continue to embrace the notion of customization and personalization, having purchased a record $36.72 billion worth of specialty automotive products in 2006.
Kumho Announces Availability of New Solus KR21
(Akron/Tire Review) Kumho’s new Solus KR21 premium touring “megaline” tire is now available in nearly 50 sizes, ranging from 155/80R13 to 235/65R18.
Settled, But Not Settling: Turmoil Passed, CTNA Focus Shifts to Building Brand, Rebuilding Dealer Trust
Plant closings, union battles, multiple management changes, low fill rates, irate dealers, shifting directions…the last five years have been difficult for Continental Tire North America. But, the past is the past. Since the appointment of Continental AG CFO Alan Hippe as president and CEO of CTNA in May 2005, CTNA officials point out, progress has
Winter Blast: CTNA Debuts First General Branded Winter Tire, Adds to Altimax Line
CTNA Debuts First General Branded Winter Tire, Adds to Altimax Line
On the Edge: New Breed of Customers – VIP Stylers – Really Push Tire/Wheel Limits
New Breed of Customers – VIP Stylers – Really Push Tire/Wheel Limits
Speeding Away?: Technology, Practicality Moving Us Closer to Fewer Ratings
For too many years, we’ve been explaining to our customers why they need speed-rated tires. It’s the right choice, for example, if the vehicle came OE with a V-rated UHP radial. To make that rating, the tire must be able to run at sustained speeds of up to 149 mph. “But I don’t drive 149
Hall of Fame Nominations Open May 1
(Akron/Tire Review) Nominations will soon be accepted for the 2007 class for the Tire Industry Hall of Fame. TIA announced that it will accept nominations on May 1 through July 1.
Kumho Set to Offer 20-Series Tire
(Akron/Tire Review) After creating buzz with its red-smoke-emitting tire and aroma rubber, Kumho Tire USA Inc. is ready to launch another head-turner: a 20-series tire.
Entries Being Accepted for Tire Review Top Shop Award Contest
(Akron/Tire Review) Entries are now being accepted for the 2007 Tire Review Top Shop Award presented by Hennessy Industries, a new program that seeks to honor the “best of the best” independent tire dealers in the U.S. and Canada.