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    Turbo Wholesale Tires LLC
    “We are focused on growing brand share, not distribution share,” says Phillip Kane, CEO of Turbo Wholesale Tires LLC. “We feel that our brands are a tremendously differentiating feature of our business and one that delivers significant and very unique value to our customers.”
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    MTD Exclusive Q&A: What’s Next for Turbo Wholesale Tires?

    Mike Manges
    Dec. 16, 2024
    It’s been a year of significant growth for Turbo Wholesale Tires LLC. Phillip Kane, Turbo’s CEO, discusses what’s next for the company in this MTD exclusive.
    Linglong Americas
    The tire features open shoulder grooves, an optimized void ratio to accelerate mud and snow evacuation, and a high-strength carcass to protect the tread and sidewall.
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    Linglong Unveils Priva R/T Tire

    Dec. 5, 2024
    Linglong Americas has unveiled its Priva R/T tire under its Atlas Tire brand.
    Continental Automotive Systems Inc.
    Depending on the model, the ATE Electronic Brake Calipers are available in matte black, red and blue.
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    Continental Offers ATE Electronic Brake Calipers

    Dec. 5, 2024
    Continental Automotive Systems Inc. has offered its exclusive range of original equipment manufacturers ATE Electronic Brake Calipers for European makes from 2016-2023.
    Apollo Tyres Ltd.
    The EnduCombi RD OS has a 3 Peak Mountain Snowflake certification and is backed by a Limited Road Hazard warranty.
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    Apollo Introduces EnduCombi RD OS

    Dec. 5, 2024
    Apollo Tyres Ltd. has introduced its new EnduCombi RD OS regional open-shoulder drive tire for the North American market.
    American Kenda Rubber Co. Ltd.
    The Klever H/T 4S will initially be available in 21 metric and two LT designations offering a 60,000 mile limited treadwear warranty on metric sizes and 50,000 miles on LT sizes.
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    Kenda Releases Klever H/T 4S

    Dec. 5, 2024
    American Kenda Rubber Co. Ltd. has released its Klever H/T 4S highway and four-season tire for light-duty pickups, vans, crossovers and SUVs.

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    TireHub LLC
    “We are delivering on what is important for our customers: just-in-time, forward-deployed inventory, with consistent national availability and leading breadth and depth,” says Ted Becker, CEO of TireHub LLC.
    Wholesale/Distribution

    MTD Exclusive Q&A: TireHub CEO Talks Growth Plans

    Mike Manges
    Dec. 5, 2024
    Growing its network is a priority for TireHub LLC, says Ted Becker, the company’s CEO. He details several current and future initiatives in this MTD exclusive.

    K&M Tire Inc.
    “As we enter our 55th year in business, we are cautiously optimistic about the state of the industry in 2025,” says Cheryl Gossard, president of K&M Tire Inc. “Although we certainly expect some headwinds, we also recognize that times like these represent an opportunity for us to double down on improving our processes and investing in our people.”
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    MTD Exclusive Q&A: K&M Tire Builds on Momentum

    Mike Manges
    Dec. 4, 2024
    K&M Tire Inc. is in a strong position as it enters 2025, says Cheryl Gossard, the company’s president. She explains why in this MTD exclusive.

    Kevin Breehl 
    Mike Vargo began his tire industry career in Akron, Ohio, with General Tire & Rubber Co. and later relocated to Winston-Salem, N.C., to take the role of vice president of sales at Parrish Tire.
    Wholesale/Distribution

    Former Parrish Tire Exec Vargo Dies 

    Dec. 2, 2024
    Michael Vargo, who led Parrish Tire’s wholesale division from the 1980s through 2013, recently died. He was 77 years old.

    American Tire Distributors Inc.
    'We are taking the expected next step in our process to best position ATD for long term-success and as a stronger partner to manufacturers and customers who rely on us for their business needs,' says Jim Bienias, chief restructuring officer of ATD.
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    ATD Enters Into Agreement With Buyer

    Dec. 2, 2024
    American Tire Distributors Inc. says it has entered an asset purchase agreement with “a buyer entity.”

    Tommy Jeffers | Dreamstime.com
    In a recent social media post, President-elect Trump said he will impose a 25% tariff on all products made in Mexico and Canada.
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    Trump to Impose Tariffs on Mexico, Canada

    Mike Manges
    Nov. 26, 2024
    President-elect Donald Trump says he will impose 25% tariffs on all products exported from Mexico and Canada to the United States when he takes office.

    Discount Tire
    'A big congratulations goes out to Joey Logano, Roger Penske and the entire Team Penske family for their incredible win at the Cup Series Championship Race here in Discount Tire's hometown of Phoenix,' says Michael Zuieback, executive chairman at Discount Tire.
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    Discount Tire-Sponsored Team Penske Captures 2024 NASCAR Cup Championship

    Nov. 13, 2024
    Discount Tire-sponsored Team Penske has won the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series championship with driver Joey Logano from Team Penske.

    Yokohama Tire Corp.
    “It's truly been an honor to supply A005 tires for Porsche Endurance Challenge North America, the first single-make endurance championship in North America,” says Patricia Wall, motorsports senior manager for Yokohama.
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    Yokohama to Compete in Porsche Endurance Challenge North America Finale

    Nov. 13, 2024
    Yokohama Tire Corp. heads to Austin, Texas to compete in the finale of the Porsche Endurance Challenge North America at Circuit of The Americas (COTA).

    TBC Corp. 
    TBC Corp. recently held a grand opening event at its new warehouse in Nampa, Idaho.
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    TBC Opens D/C in Idaho

    Nov. 11, 2024
    TBC Corp. has opened a 30,000-square-foot, regional distribution center in Nampa, Idaho.

    BendPak Inc.
    The two-post, 16,000- and 20,000-pound capacity models can handle passenger cars to medium-duty trucks.
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    BendPak Adds to AP Series Lifts

    Oct. 29, 2024
    BendPak Inc. has expanded its AP Series with the introduction of the 16AP Series and the 20AP Series lifts.

    Pirelli Tire North America
    The line also is 3-Peak Mountain Snowflake-certified and comes in two specialized versions: the Scorpion XTM for electric and plug-in hybrids and the Scorpion XTM for ICE vehicles.
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    Pirelli Releases Scorpion XTM

    Oct. 29, 2024
    Pirelli Tire North America has launched its brand-new Scorpion XTM, which is designed to meet the demands of electric, hybrid and internal combustion engine (ICE) trucks and off...

    Sailun Tire Americas
    The tire is engineered to provide a quiet and confident driving experience and ensures comfort and stability across various road conditions.
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    Sailun Rolls Out Atrezzo TCON Tire

    Oct. 29, 2024
    Sailun Tire Americas has rolled out its Atrezzo TCON premium all-season tire, which features TCON (total control) technology, designed for SUVs and CUVs.

    Apollo Tyres Ltd.
    Each tire is backed by a limited road hazard warranty and a six-year manufacturer warranty and a performance guarantee.
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    Apollo Tyres Releases EnduMile Long Haul Tires

    Oct. 29, 2024
    Apollo Tyres Ltd. has released its new EnduMile line of long-haul tires for the North American commercial truck market.

    Hunter Engineering Co.
    The proportional controls are precise and powerful while the leverless head allows easy positioning and maximum wheel and tire safety.
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    Hunter Highlights Maverick Center-Clamp Tire Changer

    Oct. 29, 2024
    Hunter Engineering Co. has highlighted its Maverick center-clamp tire changer.

    Prometeon Tyre Group Commercial Solutions LLC
    The new tire also features an advanced tread pattern with an innovative compound for better mileage. The compound is also resistant to chips, cuts and lacerations.
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    Prometeon Unveils PIRELLI G02 Pro Steer Tire

    Oct. 29, 2024
    Prometeon Tyre Group Commercial Solutions LLC has unveiled its G02 Pro steer all-position tire in the size 425/65R 22.5.

    American Tire Distributors Inc.
    MTD readers recently shared their thoughts about ATD's future.
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    MTD Readers Discuss ATD’s Future

    Oct. 28, 2024
    MTD recently asked its readers, “What do you think will be the result of ATD’s 2024 Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing?"

    American Tire Distributors Inc.
    “We are focused on supporting our manufacturer partners and providing our customers with tires, wheels, related tools and accessories to support their business,' a spokesperson from American Tire Distributors Inc. recently told MTD.
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    Editorial: ATD Bankruptcy Raises Key Questions

    Mike Manges
    Oct. 28, 2024
    American Tire Distributors Inc.’s recent declaration of bankruptcy is certainly the biggest tire distribution story of the year.