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    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.

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    BendPak Inc.
    The two-post, 16,000- and 20,000-pound capacity models can handle passenger cars to medium-duty trucks.
    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.
    Sailun Tire Americas
    The tire is engineered to provide a quiet and confident driving experience and ensures comfort and stability across various road conditions.
    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?"

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    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.

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    In some markets an ATD subsidiary, FLX FWD Logistics, served as a third-party logistics provider for Discount Tire so the retailer could offer its customers winter tire storage. Discount Tire has asked the bankruptcy court to confirm that its tires won't be considered owned by ATD.
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    Discount Tire Files Objection in ATD Bankruptcy Case

    Joy Kopcha
    Oct. 25, 2024
    Attorneys for Discount Tire have asked the bankruptcy court handling the American Tire Distributors Inc. (ATD) case for an order that clarifies Discount Tire retains ownership...

    American Tire Distributors Inc. 
    “We are confident that we will emerge from this process as a stronger partner to you,” said Michael Feder, interim CEO of American Tire Distributors Inc. (ATD), in a letter to ATD customers.
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    ATD Remains ‘Open for Business’ 

    Oct. 25, 2024
    In a letter to customers, Michael Feder, interim CEO of American Tire Distributors Inc., says the company remains “open for business.”

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    ATD's top 30 creditors in 2024 are owed, collectively, more than $612 million, according to bankruptcy court filings.
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    ATD’s 30 Largest Creditors in 2024

    Joy Kopcha
    Oct. 23, 2024
    The bankruptcy filing for American Tire Distributors Inc. lists the 30 creditors with the largest claims against ATD and not surprisingly, that list includes the largest tiremakers...

    American Tire Distributors Inc.
    Amercian Tire Distributors Inc. emerged from its first bankruptcy in December 2018.
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    Chapter 11 Filing Second for ATD 

    Mike Manges
    Oct. 23, 2024
    American Tire Distributors Inc.’s recent Chapter 11 filing is the second time the company has declared bankruptcy in the last six years.

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    American Tire Distributors Inc. (ATD) has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy with hopes of reducing its debt and emerging with new ownership.
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    ATD Files for Chapter 11 Reorganization

    Joy Kopcha
    Oct. 23, 2024
    For the second time in six years, American Tire Distributors Inc. (ATD) has filed Chapter 11 proceedings in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware. ATD says it...

    Photo: Continental Automotive Systems Inc.
    The formula of Continental’s ATE SL.6 Brake Fluid features additives that protect against rust and corrosion, which Continental says makes the brakes more resistant and durable.
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    ATE Brake Fluid From Continental Provides Broad Coverage

    Oct. 17, 2024
    Continental Automotive Systems Inc. offers ATE SL.6 Brake Fluid for replacement use for DOT 4 fluid in ESP, ABS and ASR brake systems.

    TireHub LLC
    The new TireHub regional distribution center in the Dallas/Ft. Worth, Texas, area will support 16 of the company’s logistics centers.
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    TireHub Opens Second Regional D/C 

    Oct. 4, 2024
    TireHub LLC has opened its second regional distribution center, a 422,000-square-foot facility in the Dallas/Ft. Worth, Texas, market.

    Continental Tire the Americas LLC
    The product is made for crossovers, light trucks and SUVs and is built on the success of the Grabber HTS60 tire.
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    Continental Showcases General Grabber H/T Tire

    Oct. 2, 2024
    Continental Tire the Americas LLC has released the General Grabber H/T all-season touring tire.

    Sailun Tire Americas
    The Rovelo Ridgetrak R/T has earned 3-Peak Mountain Snowflake certification, with LT and flotation sizes pinned for studs.
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    Sailun Launches Rovelo Ridgetrak R/T

    Oct. 2, 2024
    Sailun Tire Americas has launched its Rovelo Ridgetrak R/T tire.

    Prometeon Tyre
    The tread pattern features four zig-zag grooves, robust longitudinal ribs and functional sipes to enhance traction and improve road holding. The tires are designed for efficiency and optimize fleet operating costs
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    Prometeon Unveils RO2 Profuel Steer Tire

    Oct. 2, 2024
    Prometeon Tyre Group Commercial Solutions LLC has unveiled its RO2 Profuel Steer 19.5-inch tire available in four sizes.

    Wegmann Automotive USA Inc.
    Each inflator is built with ABS housing, a backlit LCD display for easy reading, and a five-foot hose and quarter-inch clip-on air chuck and charger.
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    Wegmann's Alligator Brand Releases Gator Inflator

    Oct. 2, 2024
    Wegmann Automotive USA Inc.'s Alligator brand has unveiled its Gator Inflator Autoset rechargeable automatic tire inflator.

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    Three generations of Ed Tucks celebrated T&T Tire's 60th anniversary in 2015. Eddie Tuck Jr. is in the center, with his son Ed Tuck III, on the right, and his grandson Edward Tuck IV, on the left.
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    Eddie Tuck Jr. of T&T Tire Has Died

    Sept. 23, 2024
    Ed "Eddie" Tuck Jr., a founder of T&T Tire in Tacoma, Wash. (dba T&T Tire Point S) died on September 1, weeks shy of his 87th birthday.

    Wholesale Tire Distributors
    Boxer Leo Santa Cruz will engage in various promotional activities on behalf of the Arroyo brand.
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    WTD’s Arroyo Brand Teams with Boxer

    Sept. 17, 2024
    Wholesale Tire Distributors’ Arroyo brand has partnered with champion boxer Leo Santa Cruz.

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    TPMS: Chevrolet Equinox — 2023

    Mitchell 1
    Sept. 13, 2024
    Understanding the tire pressure monitor system (TPMS) learn procedure on the Chevrolet Equinox.