How Combinations of Different UHP Tires Can Be Toxic
Especially with UHP tires, unless the tires match exactly, the odd tire(s) out will almost certainly have more or less grip, making for a dangerous situation.
2011 SEMA Show Wrap Up
Missed this year’s Global Tire Expo/SEMA Show? Tire Review has you covered – with the latest news and announcements, plus the hottest new tires and equipment, straight from the show floor.company’s Affiliated Dealer Program and is widely considered as a key player in Bridgestone/Firestone Inc.’s – and the Firestone brand’s – survival from the Ford/Firestone
Past Top Shop Winners and Judging
To read profiles of this year’s winners, click here. For articles on past winners, click here. 2007 WinnerGatto’s Tires & Auto ServiceMelborne, Fla.gattos.com FinalistsCommunity Tire & Auto ServicePhoenixcommunitytireaz.com Chapel Hill Tire Car Care CenterChapel Hill, N.C.chapelhilltire.com Redwood General TireRedwood City, Calif.redwoodgeneral.com 2008 WinnerAtlantic Tire & ServiceCary, N.C.atlantictireonline.com FinalistsLex Brodie’s Tire, Wheel & BrakeHonolululexbrodies.com Direct Tire
2011 Top Shop Finalist: Family Tire & Auto Service
Family Tire & Auto Service has been in business in eastern North Carolina scarcely more than six years, but more than deserves its new title of 2011 Tire Review Top Shop Award Finalist due to continued growth and profitability, coupled with its strong commitment to the communities it serves. David Bucher, 42, is president
2011 Top Shop Winner: Virginia Tire & Auto
“I never had a question in my mind about letting Mike into the business,” Boncarosky says of his son-in-law. “He wanted that and I knew he had some great ideas and skills. He and Julie have a lot of instincts, enthusiasm and abilities and they have done many impressive things.” While Virginia Tire & Auto
Against All Odds: Accomplished Dealers Share Their Immigrant Roots
In an age of technological ease, socially accepted incompetence, and a media-inflated sense of personal entitlement, inspiration to do business can be hard to find. After all, who needs a good work ethic when respect is to be demanded rather than earned? When mediocrity (or worse) isn’t the exception but the norm? When computers are
Lex Brodie’s Tire Now AskPatty Certified
Hawaii’s Lex Brodie’s Tire Co., with five locations on the island of Oahu, is now part of the growing network of AskPatty.com Certified Female Friendly Tire Dealers in North America. Employees at Lex Brodie’s Tire have completed an extensive training and certification process to provide a Certified Female Friendly experience that exceeds women’s expectations. Scott
2008 Top Shop Finalist: Direct Tire & Auto Service
In these days of bargain hunting and hurrying to find a quick fix at the cheapest possible price, it’s refreshing to know that people like Barry Steinberg are still in the tire business. Since he opened the very first Direct Tire and Auto Service location in Watertown, Mass., in 1974, Steinberg has stood out in
2008 Top Shop Winner: Atlantic Tire & Service
Ask any employee about the secret to Atlantic Tire & Service’s success and their answer is quick and simple. “It’s all about customer service,” says Davis Morgan, one of Atlantic’s store managers, echoing the universal opinion of his teammates. “We strive to make it a comfortable, confident experience.” But, according to Atlantic Tire founder and
How Top Dealers Create and Protect Their Brands
There are scores of books and university courses on brands and branding. There is even a publication named Brandweek that covers the latest in branding and branding programs. But when most people think about “brand,” they envision a mega-company, like Coca-Cola or GM. Brands and branding, though, are equally important for small businesses, like tire