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    “With less government financial support, farmers are feeling more pressure to save where they can,” says Thom Clark, president, Ascenso Tires North America.
    Commercial Business

    Farm Tire Market In Flux

    Mike Manges
    Dec. 17, 2024
    Inflation, low commodity prices, political uncertainty, adverse weather and several other factors have combined to throw the United States ag tire market off-balance.
    BKT USA Inc.
    “Agricultural tires are big dollar investments that should be taken care of and looked after as best as possible,” says Dave Paulk, manager of field technical services, BKT USA Inc. “There are some things that dealers can do to help optimize the longevity and performance of their customers’ tires.'
    Commercial Business

    Tips to Help Maximize Ag Tire Performance

    Dec. 10, 2024
    What are some practical things ag tire dealers can do to help optimize the longevity and performance of their customers' tires?
    BKT USA Inc.
    “Soil becomes compressed or compacted through agricultural practices, cultivation and wheeled traffic,” says Dave Paulk, manager of field technical services, BKT USA Inc.
    Commercial Business

    Cutting Down on Soil Compaction

    Dec. 10, 2024
    Here are some expert tips for helping ag tire end users minimize harmful soil compaction.
    BKT USA Inc.
    Ag tire dealers “have to manage their stocks more carefully, making sure that they meet customer needs and respond promptly to the demands of a rapidly evolving market,” says Alan Eskow, vice president, BKT USA Inc.
    Commercial Business

    BKT Examines the U.S. Ag Tire Market

    Dec. 10, 2024
    In this exclusive, Alan Eskow, vice president of BKT USA Inc., describes how BKT views the United States ag tire market today and what the market will look like in 2025.
    BKT
    The Agrimax PROCROP, one of four new tires recently introduced by BKT, is “designed to optimize performance in the field, particularly spraying activities and operations in row crops, as well as having good grip on asphalt in road transfers,” according to BKT officials.
    Commercial Business

    New Agricultural Solutions From BKT

    Dec. 9, 2024
    BKT has launched four new solutions designed and engineered to meet the increasingly complex needs of modern agriculture. These include the Agrimax PROCROP, Agrimax SPARGO SB,...

    Latest From Commercial Business

    The 2024 Commercial Vehicle Tires & Maintenance Study is available for download through Endeavor Business Intelligence, a division of Endeavor Business Media, which published Modern Tire Dealer, Fleet Owner and Fleet Maintenance.
    Commercial Business

    New Study Drills Into Brand Preferences, More

    Dec. 9, 2024
    A new Endeavor Business Intelligence report – conducted by Modern Tire Dealer, Fleet Owner and Fleet Maintenance – contains valuable information about the brands that independent...

    Michelin Group
    The transaction will include the business with revenues of around $213 million for 2023 and global ownership of the Camso brand and the two manufacturing facilities located in Sri Lanka, according to CEAT officials.
    Commercial Business

    CEAT Acquires Camso Brand From Michelin

    Dec. 6, 2024
    CEAT Ltd. is acquiring the Camso brand from Michelin Group in an all-cash deal worth around $225 million.

    Shrader Tire and Oil Co.
    “I am thrilled to be joining a great, legacy family business that prides itself on operational excellence with both skilled and dedicated employees,” says Feldbauer.
    Commercial Business

    Shrader Tire Names Bob Feldbauer COO

    Dec. 5, 2024
    Shrader Tire and Oil Co. has appointed Bob Feldbauer as its new chief operating officer. He is the former CEO of Jack’s Tire & Oil Management Co.

    OTR Engineered Solutions  
    In his new role, John King will help lead OTR Engineered Solutions’ sales efforts.
    Commercial Business

    OTR Engineered Solutions Names VP 

    Dec. 2, 2024
    OTR Engineered Solutions has hired John King to be its new vice president of aftermarket sales.

    Continental Tire the Americas LLC
    “The Conti HDL 3 EP was purposefully designed with a fleet’s needs in mind – from being built on 3G Casing for maximum retreadability, to its improved rolling resistance and even wear,” says Shaun Uys, head of Continental’s Truck Tire Replacement Business in the US.
    Commercial Business

    Continental Releases Conti HDL 3 EP Long-Haul Drive Tire

    Dec. 2, 2024
    Continental Tire the Americas LLC has released a new fuel-efficient, long-haul drive tire for the United States market.

    Galileo Wheel 
    Galileo Wheel’s new SkidCup line, which will be available in North America this coming January, “maintains full operational capabilities without inflation,” say Galileo Wheel officials.
    Commercial Business

    Galileo Wheel Unveils Airless Tire 

    Nov. 26, 2024
    Galileo Wheel has launched the SkidCup, a new airless tire for skid steers and loaders that will be available in North America this January.

    Love’s Travel Stops
    Combined, Love’s Truck Stops and Speedco operate more than 430 locations and 1,100 emergency roadside service trucks.
    Commercial Business

    Love's Expands Speedco Network

    Nov. 26, 2024
    Love’s Travel Stops has added three new Speedco facilities and has rebuilt an older Love’s Truck Care shop.

    CEAT Ltd.
    The newly launched TBR tires, now available through dealers and distributors, feature eight products.
    Commercial Business

    CEAT Unveils TBR Line for North American Market

    Nov. 21, 2024
    CEAT Ltd. has announced its entry into the North American commercial truck tire market with the launch of its TBR tire range.

    Yokohama Off-Highway Tires America Inc.
    The new tire has ultra-flexible VF sidewall technology and a high-performance tread design with layered tread blocks for an extra-dense centerline.
    Commercial Business

    Yokohama Off-Highway Introduces Alliance Agriflex+ 373

    Nov. 20, 2024
    Yokohama Off-Highway Tires America Inc. has released its new Alliance Agriflex+ 373 radial tire.

    Titan International Inc.
    The bias R-1 line features ten sizes for various applications including irrigation pivots, tractors, MFWD tractors, 4WD tractors and combines.
    Commercial Business

    Titan Launches AgraVantage Line for Farmers

    Nov. 20, 2024
    Titan International Inc. has launched its new AgraVantage line engineered specifically for farmers.

    Southern Tire Mart LLC
    Southern Tire Mart LLC recently opened an outlet in Georgetown, Texas (pictured), as well as Gainesville, Texas.
    Commercial Business

    Southern Tire Mart Adds Locations

    Mike Manges
    Nov. 19, 2024
    Southern Tire Mart LLC continues its expansion with the opening of two locations in Texas and a new outlet in California.

    MTD
    Mariam Lochoshvili says Schrader is bringing commercial truck TPMS products to market, as well as retrofit kits that use Bluetooth technology to monitor tires on towable and recreational trailers, or any equipment that wasn’t originally outfitted with TPMS.
    Commercial Business

    Schrader Sees a Future With Commercial TPMS

    Nov. 13, 2024
    Schrader TPMS Solutions is preparing for a future with tire pressure monitoring systems for commercial applications.

    OTR Engineered Solutions
    “OTR is thrilled to have Michael join our sales team as vice president of OEM sales for the construction segment,” says Ben Brown, global vice president of OEM sales and marketing for OTR.
    Commercial Business

    Dembe Joins OTR Engineered Solutions

    Nov. 13, 2024
    OTR Engineered Solutions has appointed Michael Dembe as vice president of original equipment manufacturing sales.

    MTD
    The Westlake W-Elite SLII long-haul steer tire has been designed to “ensure long-to-regional conditions, enduring durability alongside optimal wear, fuel efficiency and cost-per-mile effectiveness,” according to ZC Rubber officials
    Commercial Business

    ZC Rubber Rolls Out Next-Gen Westlake Tires

    Nov. 11, 2024
    Zhongce Rubber Group Co. Ltd. (ZC Rubber) has launched its next generation of Westlake medium truck tires.

    MTD
    Thailand is the largest source of imported truck tires into the U.S. market, and those tires soon will be subject to tariffs. Most tiremakers and importers will be charged a 12.33% rate, but Bridgestone will pay a 48.39% tariff on the tires it imports into the U. S.
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    It's Final: Tariffs on TBR Tires From Thailand

    Joy Kopcha
    Nov. 8, 2024
    The International Trade Commission has voted to confirm that imported truck and bus tires from Thailand are injuring the domestic industry in the U.S. As a result, TBR tires shipped...