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    MTD
    'A/T is an iconic segment,' Ian Coke, Pirelli North America chief technical officer, told MTD when discussing the new Pirelli Scorpion XTM AT (pictured.) 'We want to be known as a tier-one in the A/T world.'
    Suppliers

    Pirelli Takes Aim at All-Terrain Segment

    Mike Manges
    March 31, 2025
    Pirelli Tire North America is targeting the all-terrain segment with a new tire that’s also the first product in a new line.
    Sentury Tire USA
    Sentury Tire USA officials say the company’s distribution centers in the United States “are also fully stocked.'
    Suppliers

    Sentury Plant Not Impacted by Earthquake

    March 31, 2025
    Sentury Tire USA says its Rayong, Thailand, plant was not impacted by the devastating Thailand and Myanmar earthquake.
    Billy Blume
    The transaction is expected to close 'in the coming weeks,' according to Michelin officials.
    Retail

    TBC to Sell Midas Portfolio to Mavis

    March 31, 2025
    TBC Corp. has entered into an agreement to divest its Midas franchise portfolio to Mavis Tire Express Service Corp.
    MTD
    “The Cosmo Kat Kash program is more than an incentive,” says TGI President Joaquin Gonzalez. “It’s a reflection of our unwavering commitment to the success of our partners.'
    Wholesale/Distribution

    TGI Launches Cosmo Associate Retailer Program

    March 31, 2025
    Tire Group International LLC has introduced its Cosmo Kat Kash Associate Retailer program.

    Lowe’s Companies Inc. website 
    In a FAQ section published on lowestires.com, Lowe’s officials urge consumers to “enter your vehicle's make, model and year on Lowestires.com and we'll provide a list of tires that are compatible with your vehicle specifications.”
    Suppliers

    Lowe’s Sells Tires via e-Commerce Portal

    Giant home improvement products retailer Lowe’s is now selling consumer tires via its own e-commerce portal, lowestires.com.

    Prometeon Tyre Group Commercial Solutions LLC
    The new Pirelli EVO commercial truck tire line includes two products: the H89 EVO (pictured) and the H89 EVO Drive.
    Commercial Business

    Prometeon Launches New Pirelli Brand TBR Tires

    The new Pirelli H89 EVO commercial medium truck tire range is now available from Prometeon Tyre Group Commercial Solutions LLC.

    Global Rubber Industries (Pvt) Ltd. (GRI)
    GRI was honored for its Ultimate Green XT tire, which is made at the company's plant in Sri Lanka.

    MTD
    Richard Smallwood, retired president and CEO of Sumitomo Rubber North America Inc., was inducted into the Tire Industry Hall of Fame in 2023.
    Suppliers

    TIA Opens 2025 Hall of Fame Nominations

    The Tire Industry Association has opened nominations for the Tire Industry Hall of Fame.

    American Tire Distributors
    ATD's latest bankruptcy proceeding has resulted in new ownership for the tire wholesale distributor, and leaders who once operated another wholesale distribution business.
    Wholesale/Distribution

    ATD Sale Is Complete — With New Leadership

    Joy Kopcha
    American Tire Distributors Inc. (ATD) says it has completed the sale of "substantially all of its assets" and for the first time the company has outlined the company's new leadership...

    Cassidy Tire & Service
    From left to right, Melanie Ahern, Bryan Ahern, Rick Ahern, Tom Ahern Jr., alderman Walter Burnett Jr. and Kristie Ahern cut the ribbon to officially open Cassidy Tire & Service's new store in Chicago.
    Photo Galleries

    Photos: Cassidy Tire Opens 18th Store

    Cassidy Tire & Service recently held an open house event at its new location in Chicago, Ill. Here's a look!