Better Fuel Economy? Start With a Strong Tire Program
This year, the U.S. interstate highway system marks its 50th anniversary. It is not surprising to drivers who travel these roads that, amid the ever-rising cost of a barrel of oil, and the proliferation of eco-friendly hybrids and alternative fuels, trucks still rule the highways and their many adjoining capillaries. While the percentage of trucks
Going Live: Use the Virtual World to Drive Traffic to Your Real Business
If you aren’t doing it already or want to do it better, here’s how smart tire dealers can leverage the Internet. But, first, a preface. The number of new Internet users has slowed, while the number of disconnected Americans – those who have never used the Internet and do not have Internet connections – has
The Air in There: Exercising Air Control an Important Tire Life Consideration
Any discussion of tire maintenance centers around proper inflation maintenance. It is, after all, the cornerstone of any well designed program to maximize tire treadlife, casing durability and fuel economy. There is precious little published information available, though, on exactly what should – or can – be controlled when it comes to the type of
Ehrhardt Reifen & Autoservice: 20 years as a Bandag Dealership
(Clacton, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) Ehrhardt Reifen + Autoservice was founded 60 years ago, soon after World War II in Wulften, Germany, now the company is celebrating 20 years as a Bandag dealership.
Clean, Dry Air Supply
Discussions on tire maintenance often turn to proper inflation maintenance as the most important cornerstone of a well-designed program to maximize tire treadlife, casing durability and fuel economy. However, precious little information is available on exactly what should be controlled to achieve this pressurized condition inside the tire/wheel contained inflation cavity. Since nearly all medium
SEMA Show 2006: RealWheels Plans to Real Freak Out
(Las Vegas/Tire Review) While the 2006 SEMA Show officially opens on Halloween, RealWheels Accessories is planning on making the show’s opening a real “Mindfreak.”
The Short List: A Few Expert Recommendations Can Help Dealers Get Ready For TPMS
Every business that has a service bay and changes tires has at least one mantra these days – preparing for the final TPMS compliance date – Sept. 1, 2007. That’s the date when the NHTSA edict goes into full effect, mandating tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) on all new cars. However, as most observers and
Sice/Auto 4: New Concept Tyre Changer
(Clacton, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) Auto 4 and Sice have announced the launch of the S450 Super-Automatic tyre changer, which they describe as “a new radical development in tyre changer design and operation.”
Viewpoint: Empathy and Old Ladies
(Akron/Tire Review) In 1994, I was working at major chain repair/tire shop in Birmingham Mich., as a service writer. I had not been there too long and was just learning the ropes.
Aftermarket Show Revamps Web Site
(Clacton, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) The Aftermarket Show has revamped its Web site, signalling the launch of its visitor campaign for the 2007 show.