Technology Helps Today’s Retreads Rival New Tires in Quality and Safety
Many retread tire manufacturers still cite long-standing quality and safety misconceptions as the retread industry’s biggest hurdle, but recent advancements in manufacturing technology are helping tire dealers and fleet managers understand the benefits of retreads, specifically in the commercial trucking sector.
Cooper Tire Marks Five Years of Connecting With Students For Manufacturing Day
Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. will again connect with more than 10,000 students – primarily eighth graders – for Manufacturing Day (MFG Day) events this year.
Indian Tire Industry Update: Staring at a Slowdown
Many factors have led to India becoming the fourth largest automotive market globally, but it’s at an inflection point with the rapid evolution of technology, newer laws and more globally-aligned emission norms.
South Korean Tire Industry Update: Status Quo Performance in a Declining Global Tire Market
South Korean tire industry and domestic producers have been one of the best success stories in the global tire industry. However, declining demand in the domestic and export markets in last two years have dented its performance to some extent.
Chinese Tire Industry Update: Focus on Overseas Expansion Amid Geopolitical and Economic Uncertainty
The Chinese tire industry, the global powerhouse in production and consumption of tires, had one of the most challenging years in recent history in 2018.
Tennessee Tire Boom: A Closeup Look at this Automotive ‘Hot Bed’ and its Implications for the Tire Industry
Just as Akron, Ohio, was considered the rubber capital of the world, Tennessee is well on its way to become the automotive hub in the U.S.
Davanti UHP Protoura Sport Tire Will Be on Display at CITEXPO
The latest Davanti UHP tire, Protoura Sport, will make its eastern debut at CITEXPO in Shanghai from Aug. 19-21.
Capturing Truck Tire Data During Service: Why It Matters and How You Do It
Unplanned tire service events still happen, but oftentimes they can be avoided if you’re looking at the right tire data for your customers.
Using Tiremakers’ National Campaigns to Your Advantage Locally
Whether your shop represents one or one dozen tire brands, it’s worthwhile to find out what opportunities exist to expand your own marketing efforts by riding the coattails of tiremakers.
Latin Tyre Expo Announces Speakers for 2019 Conference
Organizers of the Latin Tyre Expo have announced the speakers for the educational conferences.
