State of the Industry: Inflationary pressures and consumer trends affecting M&A
We put the global dynamics that will determine the look of the tire industry in 2024 under a microscope.
Vontier sells The Coats Company to Victor Capital Partners
The sale was made for $72.5 million, and The Coats Company is projected to report 2023 revenue of approximately $110 million
Flat demand, rising costs cloud commercial tire dealer outlook in 2024
Some are calling 2024 a “correction year” after the commercial tire market faced a slew of complications the past few years.
Catalytic converter replacement standards you need to follow
If you install a non-CARB-approved catalytic converter on a vehicle that requires it, you can be fined.
How dealers can stay competitive in the OTR construction tire market
Tire dealers need to be ready to help their customers keep their machines at maximum utilization when it comes to tires.
Do AWD vehicle tire sizes all need to match?
Unlike traditional two-wheel-drive vehicles, AWD systems deliver power to all four wheels.
State of the Industry: How the aftermarket supply chain is affecting tires
As we begin 2024, the aftermarket pendulum has stabilized as the industry has adjusted to the uncertainties of the pandemic and supply chain challenges.
The Alliance promotes JC Washbish to president
As president, Washbish will work with the Alliance board of directors on organizational directives, business development and industry relations.
Why BKT wants to maximize the sustainability of OTR tires
BKT’s vice president of OTR delves into the complexities of tire supply during the rise of electric and autonomous vehicles in the OTR sector.
Reflecting on 75 years: Ted Wien’s Complete Auto Service
As Wiens Jr. reflects on his father’s legacy, he remembers the lessons his father taught him about the business as he worked his way up through the ranks.
What Economic Trends Affected the Tire Industry in 2023?
We’re reviewing data from 2023 that tells us a lot about automotive and tire trends moving forward.
The Average Price on an Air Filter Replacement from Mobile Maintenance Providers
Data was collected on a cabin air filter replacement on a 2016 Chrysler 300 and a 2018 Ford Escape.