ECI Sets Dates for 2014 Brityrex
Exhibition organization company ECI International has announced dates for the forthcoming 2014 British tire exhibition, Brityrex International, which will run from Oct. 7-9, 2014. Like the last edition of the show, the 2014 event will once again be held at the EventCity exhibition center in Manchester. The news of the dates follows ECI’s announcement that
Tyrexpo Event Organizer Bought, Shows Will Continue
ECI International is now a wholly owned subsidiary of Singex-ECI International Pte. Ltd. following the company’s acquisition by Singex Exhibition Ventures (SEV). According to the companies, the Tyrexpo series of events (including Brityrex in the U.K.) will continue to be marketed as “An ECI International Event” providing all exhibitors, supporters, partners and visitors with a
Ohio Dealer Hosts Community for 60th Anniversary Event
Anyone can see Millersburg Tire Service is part of the community and last week, the Ohio-based tire dealership celebrated 60 years of service with a three-day celebration.
CJ’s Christmas in July Benefits Local Charity
Christmas has come early this year at CJ’s Tire and Automotive Services.
SEMA Education Institute Plans Healthcare Reform Webinar
The SEMA Education Institute is hosting a webinar on the Affordable Care Act on Aug. 1. “Providing guidance on how the new health care law impacts our members is a SEMA priority,” said Chris Kersting, SEMA president and CEO. “While the employer mandate penalties have been delayed for one year, now is the time to
University of the Aftermarket ‘Heavy Duty Leadership’ Begins at Northwood University
Twenty-seven heavy-duty aftermarket professionals gathered on July 21 at Northwood University in Midland, Mich., for the start of the second annual Heavy Duty Leadership education conference. Heavy Duty Leadership is a weeklong leadership development program specifically designed for professionals working in the North American commercial vehicle aftermarket. Participants in the year’s class represent a wide
Firestone Tour Donates $3,000 to Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank
Bridgestone Americas’ Commercial Solutions division presented the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank with $3,000 at the July 16 launch of its "Firestone Drives America Tour." "The Firestone Drives America Tour kick-off event at the Akron Aeros game was a great success," said Matthew Stevenson, vice president of marketing, Bridgestone Commercial Solutions. “We had a great turn-out; many
GTE Exhibitors Up from Last Year
The total number of registered exhibitors for the 2013 Global Tire Expo, held in conjunction with the SEMA Show, already exceeds last year, according to TIA.
TIA Revises OTR Conference Program
TIA revised its 2014 OTR Conference program from previous years’ events. The conference, which runs Feb. 19-22, opens with session at 3 p.m. Feb. 19 followed by a kick-off gathering. A general session on OTR production numbers is scheduled for the morning with the afternoon dedicated to golf on Feb. 20. The next day’s general
Speedco Raises $60,000 for Make-A-Wish
Speedco Inc., owned by Bridgestone Commercial Solutions, raised $60,000 at its third bi-annual "FORE Wishes" tournament. When founded in 2006, the goal was to raise a total of $500,000 for Make-A-Wish. That goal was exceeded at this year’s outing. Donations were collected through on-course challenges as well as at a silent auction. All funds collected
AVI Training Conference Returns To AAPEX
The AVI Training Conference will again take place alongside AAPEX, giving attendees the opportunity to participate in two industry events while in Las Vegas. The AVI Conference is slated for Nov. 4-5, while AAPEX is set for Nov. 5-7. Both events will take place at the Sands Expo Center. AVI’s Conference will feature more than 20
‘Firestone Drives America Tour’ Kicks Off in Akron
Promoting its Commercial Solutions division, Bridgestone Americas kicked off its “Firestone Drives America Tour” in Akron on July 16.