Sumitomo Rubber North America will increase prices in the U.S. and Canada on Dunlop, Falken and Ohtsu brand passenger, light truck and medium truck and Dunlop motorcycle tires, as well as implement inline adjustments on a per size basis.
The price increase of up to 8% will be effective May 1.
The company says several factors have driven the need for this price increase including increased costs in both transportation, labor and raw materials, in addition to other market factors.
Tread wear indicators indicate when the tread no longer meets the minimum depth.
Continental updated its ContiPT18 solid tire for material handling applications to now include tread wear indicators. According to the manufacturer, tread wear indicators provide information about the condition of the tire and indicate when the tread no longer meets the minimum depth. Furthermore, Continental announced eight new tire sizes for Q2 2024. The ContiPT18 product line is designed for indoor and outdoor use and is suitable for applications in a three-shift operation. Continental said the tread wear indicators will increase safety during operation.
Bridgestone’s partnership with Army programs will offer automotive training for service members transitioning to civilian life.
ETRMA reported declines ranging from -6% in consumer to -21% in agricultural tires, warning of economic threats hammering demand.
Michelin said budget truck tire competition forced restructuring that includes its Karlsruhe, Trier and Homburg facilities.
The main products highlighted were the company’s new complete strut assemblies and air shocks for EV applications.
The recall includes certain Arroyo, Landgolden, Landsail, Lexani, Lionhart, Mavis, Mohave, National, Radar and Vercelli lines.
John Quirk says customers do not simply support VIP due to getting great service; it’s because his people build relationships.
The company said its first ‘powered by Treadsy’ partnership is with Rent-A-Center.
Anyline and Treads partnered to include data and analytics via the Treads app, starting with Anyline’s Tread Depth Scanner.
