TBC Introduces Wild Trail Light Truck Tire Lines
TBC Brands is expanding its light truck tire program with the introduction of the Wild Trail family of highway and all-terrain product lines. According to TBC, the Wild Trail program targets dealers seeking a comprehensive single source product solution at the economy price point level. The company will release the Wild Trail Touring CUV, Wild
TBC Acquires Del-Nat Tire Inventory, Assets
TBC Corp. will acquire the tire inventory of Del-Nat, as well as certain other assets including the ownership of all Del-Nat brands and trademarks. The acquisition of Del-Nat will enhance TBC’s distinction as one of the largest marketers of largest marketers of automotive replacement tires, the company said. “The acquisition of Del-Nat’s inventory, brands and
Big O Tires Named Top Franchise Opportunity
In its annual Franchise 500 list, Entrepreneur magazine has named Big O Tires one of the top franchise opportunities and the highest ranking of any tire franchise. The franchise ranks 158 on this year’s list. “Big O has been helping people build strong tire businesses for more than 50 years, and has built a brand
Pending Duties Forced Del-Nat’s Hand in TBC Sale
Six months after a major management shake-up and the appointment of a “turnaround professional” to helm the struggling private brander, Del-Nat Tire Corp. will be acquired by TBC Corp. The deal was announced to Del-Nat dealer stakeholders by an email letter from interim CEO Brian Grant, who was hired in June 2014 after the Del-Nat
TBC Seeks Strong Growth for its Midas Unit
Recently, TBC Corp. hosted a national meeting of Midas franchisees in Las Vegas, bringing together some 550 owners, employees, suppliers and TBC executives to discuss the retail service and tire business’ future direction. Acquired by TBC in April 2012, Midas boasts some 1,300 locations across the U.S. and Canada – a total of 2,100 globally
TBC Enhances Sumitomo Warranty
TBC Brands is enhancing its Sumitomo medium radial truck tire warranty effective Oct. 1, 2014. The enhancements cover all of Sumitomo brand medium radial truck tires, TBC said. The limited warranty coverage is extended to 72 months. Additionally, the enhancement features increased casing allowances for the first and second retread, TBC noted.
Wild Country Radial Recall
TBC Corp. is recalling certain Wild Country Radial XTX Sport tires, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Wild Country Redial XTX Sports tires,size 265/65R18, manufactured by Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. between June 1 and June 28 2014 may be affected. Faulty tires may experience cracking or broken ply cords in the lower
Canadian Tire Caution, Goodyear-to-Akron Reconsidered
Dear Canadian Tire CEO Stephen Wetmore: Speaking as a part Canadian, I must ask you, beg you, plead with you to NOT offer up your wonderful company for acquisition by a U.S. firm. Any U.S. company. And wash your mouth out with soap for speaking such blasphemy. I’m not sure what you feel are the
Olsen Named TBC Board Chairman
Erik Olsen, president and CEO of TBC Corp., will take over as the company’s board chairman. The appointment follows the retirement of Larry Day as chairman of the board on June 30. “This represents the last piece of the transition plan Larry and I launched in the fall of 2013. As I stated after being
‘Full Speed Ahead’ for Big O Tires
More than 750 Big O Tires franchise owners, managers and corporate associates recently gathered in San Diego, Calif. during April for Big O Tires’ convention. The theme of the event – Full Speed Ahead – was brought to life as attendees boarded the historic USS Midway Aircraft Carrier & Museum for the kick-off celebration. Big
Sumitomo Promo Takes Consumers on ‘Journey’
TBC Corp., the exclusive distributor of Sumitomo tires in North America, announced a special sweepstakes for Sumitomo customers – “It’s the Journey.” Customers will have the chance to win a new set of HTR Enhance all-season tires, a GoPro camera and $1,500 in travel expenses. Between June 2 and 30, contest participants are encouraged to
