Live at SEMA: Hennessy Unveils Pair of New Tire Changers
Hennessy Industries is debuting two new Coats brand tire changers at the 2013 SEMA Show/Global Tire Expo, both of which are set to be available for purchase this December.
Live at SEMA: Cooper Tire Showcases Mastercraft Courser MXT
Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. introduced a new Mastercraft brand off-road tire – Courser MXT – at the SEMA Show/Global Tire Expo in Las Vegas. "With the introduction of the Courser MXT, Mastercraft is expanding its proven family of light truck products to encompass extreme off-road needs," said Scott Jamieson, Cooper’s director of product management.
Industry Stars Shine Bright at TIA Awards Event
TIA’s Tire Industry Honors event continued its tradition of shining the spotlight on hall of famers and award winners, including 2013 TR Top Shop Award winner Community Tire Pros & Auto Repair.
TIA Has Busy First Day
Meetings, meetings and more meetings pack pre-show agenda
Three Students Earn TIA, Michelin Scholarships
Michelin North America (MNA) and the Tire Industry Association (TIA) have announced the three recipients of the Michelin/TIA Scholarship Award for the 2013-14 academic school year. A total of $6,250 was awarded to the three students: Karli Gajdostik of Toledo, Ohio, Hannah Gipson of Prattville, Ala., and Lauren Tucker of Lakewood, Calif. “TIA is glad
Wix Filters Donates $48,650 to National FFA Chapters
Wix Filters, a member of the Affinia Group, has awarded $48,650 to national FFA chapters through a box-top redemption fundraising program. More than 174,600 Wix box tops were redeemed for 25 cents per top during the program. Students in participating FFA chapters, formerly Future Farmers of America, collected the tops between January and April 2013.
Kenda Sponsors Cleveland Cavs
Kenda USA has become an official sponsor of the NBA’s Cleveland Cavaliers for the next two seasons. “North Gateway Tire, part of the Dunlap & Kyle group, and the community around Cleveland have been large supporters of Kenda and we want to make sure to thank them by supporting their community. The Cavs have a
TBC Launches ‘Sumitomo Supercar Speedway’ Sweepstakes
TBC Corp., exclusive distributor of Sumitomo tires in North America, will send one lucky Facebook fan on an all-inclusive racing expedition as part of its “Sumitomo Supercar Speedway” sweepstakes. Between Oct. 28 and Nov. 30, racing fans are encouraged to visit Sumitomo’s Facebook page each week to vote for their favorite American muscle car or
Sinclair Community College Named 2013 School of the Year
Sinclair Community College in Dayton, Ohio, was named the “2013 Technical School of the Year” by Tomorrow’s Tech magazine and Wix Filters. “I receive phone calls every week from dealers, manufacturers and the aftermarket industry in search of technicians trained in the advanced technologies required to service today’s high-tech, complex vehicle systems,” said Justin Morgan,
ASA InfoExpo Conference a Success
The recent 16th annual ASA Automotive Systems InfoExpo broke attendance records, making it the largest and most successful event to date, according to the company. The five-day event, from Sept. 21- 25, at the Sheraton Music City Hotel in Nashville, had more than 150 attendees representing more than 800 tire dealer locations. Highlighting the event,
Mahle to Kick Off ‘Smart Part(ner)’ Campaign at AAPEX
Mahle Clevite will launch its “Smart Part(ner)” campaign, aimed at highlighting the added benefits technicians receive when selecting a Mahle part, during the 2013 AAPEX show. “Technicians around the world already are confident when choosing Mahle Clevite branded products, but they are looking more to us for product information, technical expertise and overall support,” said
SEMA Set to be Largest in 47 Years
This year’s SEMA Show is on track to be the largest in the event’s 47-year history. Already more than 2,500 exhibitors are set to cover more than 1 million square-feet of floor space at the show in Las Vegas, on Nov. 5-8. Additionally, more than 130,000 professionals from 130 countries are expected to attend. “We