Nokian Tyres Launching Drive-Over Tire Monitoring System
In an effort to prevent tire-related accidents, Nokian Tyres has partnered with tire and service chain Vianor to launch the new tire monitoring technology, SnapSkan, in Finland. SnapSkan uses drive-over 3-D scanning technology to automatically measure tread depth while a camera identifies the vehicle using the registration number. When the scan in finished the driver can receive a tire
Workplace Safety
It was a misty, cold and dreary fall afternoon in 1980 in Western New York; pretty typical for that time of year just ahead of the snow for which the region is known. It was early on in my automotive career and I was working at a 4×4 and Jeep salvage yard, rebuilding the manual
Pennsylvania Bill Adding Recall Checks into Safety Inspections
Pennsylvania is exploring a bill that would add recall checks to routine safety inspections. Pennsylvania House Bill (HB) 2297 would require state vehicle safety inspections to include a review of any potential safety recalls using the vehicle’s VIN number. If an issue is found the shop must notify the owner of the National Highway Traffic
Six Tire Manufacturers Receive RMA SHIP Awards
The Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA) recognized six tire manufacturers with Safety and Health Improvement Program (SHIP) awards for their excellence and improvements in worker health and safety. “Safety is RMA members’ top priority for their products and their workplaces,” said Anne Forristall Luke, RMA president and CEO. “We are proud to recognize this commitment to
Remembering Jim: Dedication to Safety
In life longtime Tire Review Editor Jim Smith was a dedicated advocate of automobile safety – not only how it affected tire dealers, but also the general population. Sometimes Jim’s concerns were shared publicly in his columns or blogs. Other times Jim’s concern wasn’t public; quietly pulling a coworker aside to discuss their bald tires
Firestone Facility Reaches Safety Milestone
Firestone Industrial Products Co.’s Williamsburg, Ky., manufacturing facility has reached 1 million man-hours without a lost-time accident. “A milestone of this significance didn’t happen by coincidence. It took the effort of all of our teammates working together to create a safe work environment,” said Michael Weir, plant manager. “The safety of our teammates is the number
Pirelli’s Cichi to Appear on Television Show
Riccardo Cichi, chief commercial officer for Pirelli Tire LLC, will appear on Modern Living with Kathy Ireland. While on the show, Cichi will discuss Pirelli’s commitment to safety and sustainable technology. “At Pirelli we seek to strike the optimum balance between performance, safety and fuel efficiency. This requires an ongoing, heavy investment in R&D to
