What’s Treading, Ep. 12: Consumer Finance in the Coronavirus Age
How can consumer finance play a role in your business during the coronavirus? We find out in this episode of What’s Treading with Tire Review.
TireHub Relocates in Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth Markets
The Houston logistics center relocated to a bigger facility, and in the Dallas market, the Coppell location moved to East Arkansas Lane in Arlington.
SRNA Kicks Off COVID-19 Dealer Resource Forum
SRNA executives shared insights on the impact that the coronavirus is having on the company, the tire industry and major automotive market growth indices.
Yokohama U.S. Plant Production to Remain Suspended
The suspension of production will remain in effect at Yokohama Tire Manufacturing Mississippi and Yokohama Tire Manufacturing Virginia.
Myers Tire Supply Increases Inventory Amid COVID-19
MTS says the company has implemented procedures and guidelines at each location to execute guidelines issued by federal, state and local authorities, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Sumitomo Launches Web-Based COVID-19 Dealer Forum
Consumer tires, truck and bus radial (TBR) and original equipment, as well as Dunlop motorcycle tires, will be included in the discussions.
Cooper Tire Restarts Mexico Facility; U.S. Still Closed
The company expects its U.S. plants to remain temporarily closed for at least another two weeks from now.
NCTDA Distributes Borrowing Tips for Small Businesses
Borrowers should try to learn as much as they can about the PPP program, and have their financial records ready before going to bank portals to apply for the relief loan.
Kukui Releases Text Messaging Platform
Kukui says repair shops that sign up now will have full access to the platform for free until June 30.
Manufacturers Distributing Masks to Help Fight COVID-19
Michelin says it will produce about 400,000 surgical masks weekly, and, in addition, the Cooper Tire Foundation is contributing 200,000 surgical masks to help protect medical professionals.
NTB, Tire Kingdom Taking Precautions Amid COVID-19
NTB and Tire Kingdom are closely monitoring reports from the CDC and WHO to help team members and customers stay safe.
Bridgestone to Restart NA Commercial Tire Operations
Bridgestone says its start-up plans reflect the performance trend in its commercial/diversified products not as severely affected by the current crisis.