Iran to Build Own Tire Plant
Irans’s Industrial Development and Renovation Organization (IDRO) has reportedly earmarked $440 million dollars for the construction of a tire factory in the country’s western Kordestan province. According to a report in the Tehran Times, the goal ultimate goal is for Iran to become self-sufficient in terms of tire production. Ezzatollah Zarei Hanzaki, the IDRO deputy
Specialized Selling: Smart Dealers Can Stack Up Profits in Skid-Steer Market
In work sites across the country, one can find the versatile skid-steer loader. Because of its convenient size and capacity for special attachments, the machine can be used by consumers and pros in a multitude of applications, including construction, farming, excavation, recycling, landscaping, mining and snow removal. The skid-steer tire niche has changed quite a
New Ag Tire Technology Launched by Bridgestone
Bridgestone Americas has introduced a “new class” of agricultural tires, developed to meet the requirements of “today’s larger, heavier machinery.” The new Firestone brand farm tire line features the company’s Advanced Deflection Design (AD2) technology, which it said allows greater sidewall flexibility. The tires, Bridgestone said, meet the North American Tire and Rim Association’s increased
Keep Customers Engaged With Showroom Displays
Tire companies and companies specializing in showroom displays aren’t spending time and money just for the fun of it. A really good tire display will literally cause customers to rub their hands over the tread and void areas of a tire. Why? Because they want to get a sense that this tire is safe, that
Michelin Adds Convenience Features to Truck Site
Michelin North America has enhanced the dealer locator feature on its truck tire Web site. In addition to listing Michelin truck tire dealer and service provider locations, the redesigned locator at locator.michelintruck.com also offers additional information about the area surrounding those locations, including traffic updates, road construction alerts, restaurants, hotels and the weather. “Our goal
New Tire Transport Cart From Shure
Shure Manufacturing Corp.’s new 2 Tier Tire Cart is designed to safely and securely transport new or used tires and wheels at once. The cart can hold up to 14 tires and features heavy-duty construction, adjustable cross supports, four 4-inch industrial capacity swivel casters and a powder coat paint finish in 22 signature colors. The
Kumho Issues Statement Regarding Financial Woes
Kumho Asiana Group, through its Kumho Tire USA Corp. subsidiary, issued a statement late today regarding its financial position. It had been widely reported that cash strapped Kumho Asiana Group and its creditors agreed to a debt restructuring program, under which Kumho Asiana would sell a controlling stake in its Daewoo Engineering & Construction Co.
Coker Launches New Classic Radial
Coker introduced a new line of Excelsior tires that combines modern-day radial construction with classic appearance. Known as the Excelsior Stahl Sport Radial, this new line of tires is made to replace the old bias ply tires on vintage cars. Designed for all-season use, each steel-belted radial features a specific speed and load rating. The
Shure Introduces New Tire Storage Rack
Shure Manufacturing Corp. makes it easy to store and organize tires with the new 3-tier tire rack, the company said. The rack features heavy-duty steel construction and adjustable cross supports, and is available in 22 powder coat paint colors, according to Shure.
Business Maintenance for Peak Performance
A good friend of mine has a wife who drove a leased SUV. One day about three months before the vehicle was due to be turned in, the engine warning light came on. She hadn’t been paying any attention and kept driving even as the temperature gauge was indicating hot. Then he got the dreaded