Dealing with the Pain of Change | In Perspective
Change is coming to the tire industry. Don’t hang onto the things that no longer serve you, are protecting a past or becoming quickly outdated.
USTMA Releases New Report on U.S. Scrap Tire Markets
“Scrap tire management in the U.S. demonstrates an environmental success story – one that not enough people know about,” said Anne Forristall Luke, USTMA President and CEO.
Tire Industry Disruption Without Being Disruptive | In Perspective
In this age of disruption, those that come out ahead are the ones open to new ideas, who plan, act and fail fast. In other words, the ones that go slow enough to win.
How Michelin Wants to Change the Way Consumers Buy Tires
Many tire purchases come down to cost and warranty. But the Michelin Group is looking to change that.
Tire Industry Financial Outlook: Recap of 2017 and What to Expect This Year
The 2017 financial results reported from tire manufacturers disappointed, but there is optimism around the second half of 2018 expectations.
The Evolution of the Tire Industry: The Struggle for Independent Tire Dealers
It’s a story you may have heard before: the consolidation of retail outlets, advancing technology and additional market shifts result in increasing pressure for those remaining independent dealers. But why is this shift happening? And what are options to support your success moving forward?
AAPEX 2018 Opens Attendee Registration
AAPEX 2018 has opened up online attendee registration for this year’s three-day event, representing the $740 billion global automotive aftermarket industry.
Global Tire Industry Tech Trends: Four Innovations for Growth
The future outlook for ongoing expansion in the global tire market is robust, according to the latest in-depth analysis from Smithers Rapra.
Stephen LaFerre, Highly Regarded Industry Journalist, Dies
Tire industry veteran Stephen LaFerre passed away last week after a brief illness at a hospital in Akron, Ohio. He was 77.
Tire Consumer Welcomes Chan Patel As CEO
Tire Consumer, one of the world’s first tire search engines, has announced the appointment of Chan Patel as CEO. He replaces CEO and founder Tim Shaffer, who will continue to serve as chief operating officer.
Tim Fulton, Jim Mayfield Join Giti Tire Executive Team
Giti Tire has named Tim Fulton as its chief operating officer and Jim Mayfield as senior executive vice president of sales and marketing in North America.
Take a Look Back at 2017’s Top News Stories
From acquisitions to expansions to new faces in leadership roles, the tire industry has been through some significant changes and growth in the past year. Here’s our biggest headlines from 2017.