Thai Hua Rubber Set to Tap the Boom
(India/Rubber Asia) A leading rubber producer and exporter of Thailand, Thai Hua Rubber (THR) is making vigorous efforts to emerge as a top global player by tapping the enduring NR boom to its maximum.
PTNA Replaces Chairman and CEO
(Akron/Tire Review) Few knew he was even there, but Kevin Riddett has left Pirelli Tire North America, where he served as chairman and CEO, replaced by former Goodyear executive Hugh Pace.
Goodyear Dunlop on Top Down Under
(Staffordshire, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) The Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D3 has been singled out as Australasia’s tyre of choice for large cars after scoring highly in independent tyre tests conducted by leading Australian motoring publication Wheels magazine.
The Changing Face of India’s Tyre Industry
(Staffordshire, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) India’s tyre industry is steadily coming of age.
Raw (Materials) Deal: Strapped By Rising Costs, Tiremakers Look at Fresh Alternatives
The volatility of the world’s political climate, the unpredictable weather in North America and El NiÑo in the Pacific Ocean are having very expected outcomes in terms of the cost of raw materials for the tire industry. Oh yes, and then there’s China. The economy of the world’s most-populous country continues to grow faster than
Unipneu Opens New Distribution Centre
(Longueuil, Quebec/Tire News) The new Unipneu stronghold, located on J.-Armand Bombardier Street in Boucherville, Quebec, spreads over 400,000 square feet and is quite impressive.
South Dade Automotive Opens New DC
(Akron/Tire Review) South Dade Automotive, an American Car Care Center master distributor, has opened a second distribution center in Tampa, Fla.
Michelin Suit Against FIA Dismissed
(Akron/Tire Review) A French court dismissed Michelin’s request to annul a decision by the International Automobile Federation (FIA) to make Pirelli the sole tire supplier to the world rally championship (WRC).
PTNA Makes Changes in Sales, Marketing Teams
(Akron/Tire Review) The marketing group within Pirelli Tire North America has undergone some significant changes.
Malas Opens World-First Drivestyle Centre
(Douglasdale, South Africa/SA Treads) Expatriates coming to South Africa on specified work assignments frequently comment on the unprecedented high standards exhibited by the South African tyre retail sector.