Tire Warning From Tire Rack Points to Van Change Issues
[Editor’s Note: This important tire sizing note comes to us from John Rastetter, director of tire information services for The Tire Rack] North America has begun to receive global cargo/passenger vans designed for work and recreation. In addition to the Ford Transit Connect, we’ve recently added the Nissan NV200 and Ram Promaster, as well as
Michelin Debuts Manufacturing Plant in S.C.
Michelin hosts opening ceremony for its newest manufacturing facility in South Carolina.
Tire Discounters Issues Statement Regarding ACCC Dissolution
[Editor’s Note: We received this statement from Allison Ryan on behalf of Cincinnati-based Tire Discounters.]
CIMS Looks to Improve Registration Process
In an effort to improve its tire registration process, CIMS Tire Registration is now a toll-free connection with CIMS home offices in Akron, Ohio — (855) 444-5120. The company noticed the need for a toll-free number following an increase of tire dealers, manufacturers and importers using CIMS’ tire registration services, it said. The toll-free line
TBC Continues Relationship with Honda Classic
TBC Corp. announced Tire Kingdom will remain the exclusive Founders Club Partner for the Honda Classic golf tournament event in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. Feb. 27- March 2, 2014. Since 2009, Tire Kingdom Service Centers has been the exclusive Founders Club Partner for the 4-day Honda Classic PGA-sanctioned golf competition. “The Honda Classic is a
Kumho Shares Plans for 2014
Kumho reflects on 2013 and shares its plans for 2014 at its annual dealer meeting.
Thieves Steal Rig and Tires in Ohio
Thieves entered a truck repair center in Brunswick, Ohio, and left with a tractor-trailer filled with more than $23,000 worth of tires, according to police reports. An employee at the Brunswick commercial tire center noticed early in the morning on Nov. 29 that several trailers on the lot had damaged locks and equipment missing. In
Dealer-Driven Group Offers Education Program for Managers, Future Owners
Tire dealers looking to develop the next generation of managers and owners for its business can now send employees to Tire Leadership 21.
Belle Tire Opens 88th Location
Belle Tire Distributors Inc. recently opened its 88th retail location.
$10,000 In Tires Stolen From Ala. Store
Thieves stole a truck, trailer and 50 commercial tires from Andalusia Tire Co. outside Montgomery, Ala., according to authorities. The truck and trailer were left at a local convenient store, but the tires, worth between $8,000-$10,000, are still missing. Police are investigating the case.
Vogue Tyre and Partners Opening New Custom Center in Central Texas
Vogue Tyre & Rubber Co. has opened a Custom Center location at Covert Cadillac and Covert Buick-GMC in Austin, Texas. The location is the company’s 15th Custom Center. “We’re very pleased to be able to bring our Custom Centers into the Central Texas area with such a distinguished dealership,” said Greg Hathcock, Vogue Tyre president.
Tire Choice, Partner Offer Soccer Activities for Children with Autism
The Tire Choice & Total Car Care has partnered with the University of Miami Nova Southeastern University Center for Autism and Related Disabilities to offer a new program – Project CHOICE (Creating Healthy Opportunities for Interaction, Communication and Engagement). The newly formed partnership will create recreational activities to children with autism. “Supporting those with autism