MNA Recognized by Military for Service
The U.S. Defense Supply Center Columbus (DSCC) has recognized two divisions of Michelin North America with performance awards.
Tire-and-Rim Rental Stores Slow to Get Rolling
(Atlanta Journal-Constitution) It was in May 2004 that Atlanta-based Aaron Rents opened its first rim and tire store, called Rimco.
Cheapest Doesn’t Pay
Pricing is perhaps the toughest issue facing independent tire dealers today. Nearly every tire manufacturer has raised prices to cope with increasing raw materials costs and higher logistics and fuel costs. Meanwhile, consumer living costs continue their relentless rise, while big retailers leverage their size to keep prices down. These factors are making it difficult
First Stage in Pirelli ‘Cyber Tyre’ Technology Coming 2010
Pirelli is close to releasing its latest tyre technology – an ‘intelligent’ tyre fitted with a microchip within its carcass.
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BFS, EPA Pushing Lead-Free Wheel Weights
Bridgestone/Firestone and the U.S. EPA are joining forces to recognize companies committed to reducing the use of lead wheel weights.
Kwik-Fit Training Receives Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ Rating
The multi-million pound staff training programme operated by Kwik-Fit has been described as ‘outstanding’ following an inspection by Ofsted – the Government’s Office for Standards in Education, Children’s Services and Skills.
New Size for Nokian Forest Rider
The Nokian Forest Rider, designed for CTL (cut-to-length) forestry machines, is said to be the first functional radial tyre for professional forestry use.
New Compound Said to Improve Energy Efficiency in Tires
ExxonMobil Chemical today announced the start-up of a manufacturing facility at its existing site in Pensacola, Fla., that provides new capacity for the production of a new tire material technology that the company says can improve vehicle fuel efficiency.
ArvinMeritor Dedicates New Mexico Plant
ArvinMeritor Inc. dedicated its new $30-million manufacturing facility with formal ceremonies at the Cienega de Flores, Mexico, facility.