Why Multi-Location Tire Dealers Need Mobile Data Capture
All across the U.S. there are hundreds of independent tire dealerships with multiple locations. For example, as the leading tire dealer in the U.S., Discount Tire operates more than 1000 stores in 35 different states. And no matter which location they choose, customers expect a speedy, quality experience. Say a customer is traveling or moving
Point S Creates Programs that Invest in Independents
Imagine a line graph where the line extends so far up and to the right that bells sound and confetti inexplicably falls from the sky – that’s where Point S lives. In 2021, total sales dollars across Point S locations were up 24% from 2020. Same-store growth was up 15%. The co-op added 20 new
Innovations in Tire Equipment Technology
There’s so much we can do with better technology. Technology innovations often translate to tire changers and wheel balancers, and equipment manufacturers have made the processes for changing a tire or balancing a wheel simpler, faster and more efficient. We talk more about what innovations have been made on those fronts in the video above.
Openbay Expands Coverage With Mobile Service Spiffy
Openbay announced that it is welcoming mobile, on-demand, vehicle care and maintenance brand, Spiffy, to its automotive services marketplace. Spiffy adds 30 U.S. markets to Openbay. Openbay says that Spiffy offers a variety of zero-contact hand car washing, advanced detailing and disinfection services, in addition to oil changes, tires, repairs, and other preventative maintenance service
Hunter: Using IoT to Track Tire Service Metrics
You may have heard of the “Internet of Things,” or IOT, as it’s often referred to. But, if you’re scratching your head thinking, um…how does this relate to my tire business? We’re about to delve into just that. In this episode of What’s Treading with Tire Review, presented by AAPEX 2022, we’re joined by Pete
How Hunter is Using IOT to Help Dealers Operate Smarter
You may have heard of the “Internet of Things,” or IOT, as it’s often referred to. But, if you’re scratching your head thinking, um…how does this relate to my tire business? We’re about to delve into just that. In this episode of What’s Treading with Tire Review, presented by AAPEX 2022, we’re joined by Pete
Consider Software Solutions to Streamline Operations
Representatives from several software providers share how solutions drive efficiency and profitability, as well as what to look for when considering a system in your shop.
Hankook Develops Racing Data Analysis Solution for Motorsports
Hankook Track Solutions is intended for anyone who enjoys driving on the race track as well as for amateurs dreaming of becoming professional racing drivers, the company said.
Goodyear, SARTA Test Intelligent Tire Sensors on HFC buses
The intelligent tires leverage Goodyear’s TPMS Plus on-vehicle sensors to send real-time data on tire conditions to the Goodyear SightLine mobility cloud, the company says.
A Digital Tire Wall? Tire Pros Revamps Customer Experience
Tire Pros unveiled how it sees the business trending in its “Showroom of the Future” products, which dealers experienced for the first time during the group’s annual Dealer Conference from Oct. 12-14 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville, Tennessee.
RoboTire Closes Series A Investment Round
The automation start up closed its $7.5M Series A investment round, led by the Reinalt-Thomas Foundation, which does business with Discount Tire and America’s Tire.
Bridgestone Invests in Mobile Vehicle Services, Tech Company
Through the partnership, Bridgestone and Seattle-based Wrench will explore synergies in their service offerings.
