Conti Says It Will Shutter Plant Earlier
(Akron/Tire Review) Worsening business conditions, according to the company, has forced Continental Tire North America (CTNA) to accelerate its plans to suspend tire production at its Charlotte, N.C., plant.
Continental Tire Workers Prepare for Worst
(Akron/Tire Review – Charlotte Observer: May 5, 2006) Leaning against a red pickup truck outside Continental Tire North America Inc.’s union hall after an 8 a.m. meeting Thursday, Donnie Ellis thought about losing his job.
Report: CTNA Makes ‘Last, Best’ Offer
(Akron/Tire Review) According to news reports, Continental Tire North America (CTNA) presented its “last, best and final offer” to United Steelworkers officials yesterday.
Inside Line: Cooper Finishes First-Ever U.S. A1 Grand Prix Season in Global Spotlight
Cooper Finishes First-Ever U.S. A1 Grand Prix Season in Global Spotlight
Uncharted Waters: Navigating Through Confusing World of TPMS Starts with Awareness
Editor’s Note: This is the first in what will be an ongoing series of articles designed to help you better help navigate the new world of TPMS-equipped vehicles. With your help and input, we will share timely tips, techniques and case studies and serve as a clearinghouse for this vital information. Your personal experiences in
Hayes Lemmerz Initiates Major Restructuring Programme
(Clacton, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) Hayes Lemmerz International Inc. is implementing tough restructuring measures that it says are designed to “strengthen its competitive position, improve profitability and increase long-term value for its shareholders.”
Exit Strategy: Recruiting the Right People Helps Your Business Run on its Own
I meet a lot of tire dealers who want more time for family, friends, hobbies, etc. Even though thousands of U.S. business owners have already discovered how to be absent and still make money, most can’t pull it off. It requires finding good, honest employees, keeping them happy and training them to be as good
Advanced Compound Fillers Increase Fuel Economy
(Clacton, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) Fuel prices have been increasing across the board since 1988. Drivers today have to spend more than twice as much per litre of petrol used than at that time.
Michelin to Double Super Wide Production with Expansion
(Akron/Tire Review) Despite its competition’s so-so attitude about super wide tires, Michelin North America (MNA) has aggressively pursued the medium truck tire segment and has now committed $80 million to expand production of its X One units.
CTNA Announces Serious Charlotte Cuts
(Akron/Tire Review) Continental Tire North America (CTNA) announced today that it will significantly cut production and lay off employees at its hometown Charlotte, N.C., passenger tire plant.