Changes & Challenges: The Role of Wholesalers/ Distributors
Politics notwithstanding, change is the mantra these days. It is preached throughout the tire industry, and prominent on the platform is the vital link in the distribution chain: the distributor/wholesaler. In the late 1960s and 1970s, brands and brand loyalty were kings. Most successful tire businesses in the U.S. were neatly aligned with the North
Continued Growth: Ag Tire Market Still Strong Despite Economic Downturn
In 2007, U.S. farmers saw record crop prices and hefty profits. The nation’s growing demand for ethanol boosted the price of corn, while the reduced supply of other crops, like wheat and soybeans, fetched higher than average prices, as well. That strong income resulted in farmers putting their money back into their business through land,
Looking Ahead: SEMA Show Trends Point to Vehicle Customization Future
Last month, we ended the article with the prediction of a growing number of color and designs that allow for several years of production. Well, we hit it on the head. I haven’t seen that many color variations at the SEMA Show since the Tuner revolution of the early 1990s. Take a look at this
Solving or Saving?
Thomas Friedman is about the smartest man I know.
Speaking of Bailouts, What ‘bout Them Browns??
It’s not a good time to be a sports team owner.
Got Some Tires, Eh?
Yes, we know there is serious political turmoil in Canada.
Tyrepac Unveils First Phase of Asia-Wide Online Tyre Portal
With the help of the Singapore Government’s Standards, Productivity and Innovation Board, Singapore based company Tyrepac is developing what it says is Asia’s first online tyre retailing site.
No Going Back
In 2008, the UHP tyre market experienced changes unlike any year before it, and as a result will, never be the same again, Sentaida USA general manager Don Mathis recently told Tyres & Accessories.
And Two Malibus in Every Garage!
Long time Babcox technical editor Larry Carley has a slightly different take on the whole Big 3 bailout issue.
Will We Have to Build a Palace, Too?
Speaking of endlessly rehashed phrases ending in the words “czar” or “gate,” seems like well-retired and maybe too revered former GE chief Jack Welch is the front-runner for any U.S. government oversight of the U.S. auto industry.