General Motors to Suspend Production Due to COVID-19
The suspension will last until at least March 30, the company says. Production status will be reevaluated week-to-week after that.
Goodyear Suspends Americas Manufacturing Due to Coronavirus
Goodyear is starting a phased shut down across the company’s tire, retread and chemical plants in Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Mexico and the United States.
Tire Cologne 2020 Postponed to 2021
Koelnmesse says this decision is supported by the crisis management team of the City of Cologne, which also recommended to cancel the trade fairs during this period.
TIA, Auto Associations Request Relief Due to Coronavirus
The Tire Industry Association as well as other automotive associations have asked Congress and the Trump administration to issue a “disaster” declaration that would allow small businesses to obtain funding directly from federal, state and private relief entities.
Auto Care Association: Auto Repair ‘Essential’ Amid COVID-19 Restrictions
The Auto Care Association and other trade associations representing the transportation industry called on governments to consider the importance of motor vehicle supply and repair facilities in implementing orders to close nonessential businesses as a result of the coronavirus.
Alliance Will Hold Digital Shareholder Meeting Due to COVID-19
Alliance leadership and the board of directors announced the decision in light of growing concern and recent news updates regarding COVID-19.
Automotive Parts Services Group Postpones National Meeting
The Group is actively working to reschedule the event.
Mitchell 1 Postpones Shop Management Workshop
The event, originally scheduled for April 30 – May 2 at the Rosen Center Hotel in Orlando, will be rescheduled for fall 2020.
Latin American & Caribbean Tyre Expo Postponed
The event, initially scheduled for July 14-17, has been postponed to Nov. 17-20.
Auto Suppliers ‘Most Vulnerable’ During COVID-19 Outbreak
Moody’s says auto suppliers land in the “high exposure” category of Moody’s Coronavirus heat map, indicating potential near-term implications for credit quality and possibly ratings.
Marangoni Tread NA Operational During Coronavirus Pandemic
The company says it is taking active steps to prevent any interruption in business processes.
Five Ways Tire Dealerships Can Prevent the Spread of COVID-19
Implement these practices at your shop to give customers peace of mind and prevent the spread of the coronavirus.
