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    Photo Credit: Dannmar
    The DT-50 and DT-50A include a swing-arm design and steel clamps to handle 12-inch to 16-inch wheels, including low-profile and run-flat beads.
    Photo Credit: Belle Tire Distributors
    Belle Tire Distributors Ltd. has acquired Tireman Auto Service Centers, which further expands Belle Tire's presence in northwest Ohio and southern Michigan.
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    Dennis Murray, marketing manager for Tire Taxi, says he noticed a lack of infrastructure for providing cargo van tires and services. This sparked the idea for Tire Taxi.

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    Photo Credit: Ford Motor Co.
    In cold weather, all types of vehicles use more fuel, but EVs have a harder time than others.
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    How to Speak the EV Language

    Craig Van Batenburg
    Feb. 17, 2023
    An important part of taking care of electric vehicle owners is knowing and understanding the terms associated with battery range. And that starts with understanding how the U....
    Photo Credit: Sailun
    The new tire has V-shaped tread blocks and 3-D siping to perform in snowy, icy or wet conditions and also holds the 3-Peak Mountain-Snowflake symbol. It comes in over 60 sizes and is made for wheel diameters ranging from 14-inches to 20-inches.
    Retail

    Sailun Tire Puts New WSTX Ice Blazer to the Test

    Madison Gehring
    Feb. 14, 2023
    Sailun Tire Americas is promoting its new passenger and light truck winter tire, the Ice Blazer WSTX, which is available exclusively in Canada.
    Photo Credit: Getty Images/PeterHermesFurian
    California wants feedback from tire dealers on the potential impact of consumer tire fuel efficiency regulations.
    Retail

    California Moves Closer to Tire Fuel Efficiency Mandate

    Mike Manges
    Feb. 14, 2023
    A consumer tire fuel efficiency mandate should not come at the expense of California’s independent tire dealers and their customers.
    Photo Credit: Belle Tire
    Belle Tire Distributors Ltd. has opened a new store in Huntley, Ill.
    Retail

    Belle Tire Opens 15th Store in Illinois

    Feb. 10, 2023
    Belle Tire Distributors Ltd. has opened a store in Huntley, Ill., the company's 15th outlet in "The Prairie State." The new store spans 10,000 square feet and has 10 service bays...

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    Photo Credit: TBC
    The ERANGE EV 'strategically addresses the need for tires that enhance EV and hybrid performance, help increase range and deliver a quiet and comfortable driving experience,' according to TBC officials.
    Retail

    Sailun's ERANGE EV Tire Now Available Through TBC

    Feb. 9, 2023
    TBC Corp. is now distributing Sailun Tire Americas' ERANGE EV tire through its TBC Brands, NTW, Midas, Big O Tires, Tire Kingdom and National Tire & Battery networks.

    Photo Credit: Kumho Tire USA
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    Kumho Updates Solus Line With TA51a

    Feb. 6, 2023
    The new Solus TA51a from Kumho Tire USA is designed to offer drivers of sedans, crossovers and SUVs alike a quiet, comfortable ride.

    Photo Credit: MTD
    Retail consumer tire sellout trends are moderating, says Healy.
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    Are Sellout Trends Starting to Moderate?

    John Healy
    Feb. 3, 2023
    Our recent conversations with tire dealers leave us with the view that retail sellout trends have lost a bit of steam year-over-year. Sellout trends moved lower in December 2022...

    Photo Credit: Toyo Tire
    According to Toyo officials, the Celsius II tread pattern utilizes two designs – the outer tread carries all-season attributes for wet and dry performance, maintaining traction from the balance of sipe density and interlocking multi-wave sipes. The inside tread utilizes more winter-focused characteristics for ice and snow traction with high sipe density and zigzag-shaped tread blocks.
    Retail

    Toyo Releases Celsius II All-Weather Tire

    Feb. 1, 2023
    Toyo Tire U.S.A. Corp. has introduced the Toyo Celsius II all-weather touring tire, which will replace the company's existing Celsius and Celsius CUV tire models.

    Photo Credit: Bridgestone
    Other key features of the M863 lineup include stone rejector platforms to help prevent stones from piercing belt layer; block sipes to promote traction; stabilizing tie bars to reduce block squirm and extend tire life; wide grooves for water to move through easier; and more.
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    Bridgestone Introduces M863 Truck Tire

    Jan. 31, 2023
    Bridgestone Americas Inc. has introduced the M863 all-position radial tire designed for increased durability for on- and off-highway fleets. The M863 was made for tough trucks...

    Photo Credit: Belle Tire
    Winners of the Golden Tire Iron competition, Nina and Matt, stand with their regional director, Scott Clayton, after changing a set of four tires in eight minutes and 48 seconds.
    Retail

    Belle Tire Contest Shows Appreciation for Techs

    Madison Gehring
    Jan. 27, 2023
    How fast do you think it would take your best tire technicians to change a set of four tires? Belle Tire Distributors Ltd. knows the answer to that question thanks to its recent...

    Photo Credit: Monro
    Monro Inc.'s tire sales grew by 8% and sales generated by auto maintenance services jumped 7% on a year-over-year basis.
    Retail

    Monro Reports Latest Financial Results

    Jan. 26, 2023
    Monro Inc.'s sales decreased 1.9% to $335.2 million during the company's third quarter due to the sell-off of its "wholesale tire and distribution assets," according to Monro ...

    Photo Credit: Lexi Majoros
    Will consumer tire demand rebound in 2023? That depends on several factors.
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    MTD Facts Issue: U.S. Replacement PLT Shipments Fell in 2022

    Jan. 25, 2023
    Reflecting the general drop in consumer demand that began around the middle of the year, United States replacement passenger and light truck tire shipments declined during 2022...

    Photo Credit: Belle Tire
    Belle Tire continues to grow its presence in the greater Chicago, Ill., area.
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    Belle Tire Opens 14th Location in Chicago Market

    Jan. 25, 2023
    Belle Tire Distributors Ltd. opened a new location in Bloomingdale, Ill. in early-January. The store is Belle Tire's 14th outlet in the greater Chicago area.

    'To say that supply and demand dynamics over the last 24 to 36 months have been unpredictable would be an understatement,' says Healy.
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    Pricing, Supply Chain Challenges Carry Over Into 2023

    Mike Manges
    Jan. 23, 2023
    Are challenges like the supply chain crisis and price increases finally in the rear-view mirror? Not necessarily, says John Healy, who tracks the domestic tire industry for Northcoast...

    Photo Credit: Prinx Chengshan Tire North America
    'The new website showcases Fortune Tires' commitment to quality and safety,' say Prinx officials.
    Retail

    Prinx Unveils New Website for Fortune Brand

    Jan. 20, 2023
    Prinx Chengshan Tire North America Inc. has launched a new website, www.fortunetireusa.com, that highlights its Fortune brand and product line and "showcases Fortune Tires' commitment...

    Photo Credit: Nokian
    Nokian has plans to manufacture light truck tires at its Dayton, Tenn., plant.
    Retail

    More on Nokian's Plans to Produce LT Tires in U.S.

    Mike Manges
    Jan. 20, 2023
    A major investment at Nokian Tyres plc's Dayton, Tenn., plant will enable the company to build light truck tires there later this year. Tommi Heinonen, Nokian's vice president...

    Photo Credit: Bridgestone Americas Inc.
    The Dueler All-Terrain AT002 'is the world's first-ever supercar all-terrain tire to feature run-flat technology,' according to Bridgestone officials.
    Retail

    Lamborghini Picks Bridgestone For Huracan Sterrato

    Jan. 19, 2023
    Bridgestone Americas Inc. will exclusively supply its new Bridgestone Dueler All-Terrain AT002 for the Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato.

    Photo Credit: Chapel Hill Tire
    As part of the 12 Days of Kindness campaign, an elf was seen wandering around the Chapel Hill Tire locations to promote the event.
    Retail

    Chapel Hill Tire Wraps Up Christmas Campaign

    Jan. 13, 2023
    Throughout the month of December, Chapel Hill Tire, a 10-location dealership in Chapel Hill, N.C., helped customers through its 12 Days of Kindness campaign.

    Photo Credit: Nokian
    Nokian plans to manufacture light truck tires at its Dayton, Tenn., plant this year.
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    Nokian to Invest $174 Million in Plant, New Distribution Center

    Jan. 11, 2023
    Nokian Tyres plc is investing $174 million to expand capacity at its plant in Dayton, Tenn., and build a 60,000-square-foot distribution center there. The investment will allow...

    Photo Credit: Ford Motor Co.
    'Your salespeople also need to be aware of aftermarket vehicle modifications and how they can impact performance,' says Van Batenburg.
    Retail

    Why Tires Are Key to Optimizing EV Performance

    Craig Van Batenburg
    Jan. 10, 2023
    The tires you sell and install on any electric vehicle need to provide traction that’s as good or better than what the original equipment tire provides. The same goes for rolling...