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March 9, 2023

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'One-third of our tire dealer contacts saw negative demand trends in October, a decline from the 26% net positive demand in September,' says Healy.

Another Topsy-Turvy Tire Sellout Report

John Healy

Nov. 18, 2024

Tire dealers tell us that retail sellout trends were down low single digits year-over-year in October, lagging September results.

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'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

“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

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Cosmo Tire, Mickey Thompson Named Tire Sponsor of Ruta Coyote

Oct. 30, 2024

TPMS: 2022 Cadillac XT5

Mitchell 1

Feb. 28, 2023

If a new sensor has been installed or tire rotated, the vehicle must be stationary for about 20 minutes before the system can start the process of calculating correct sensor locations...

New England Tire Dealers Will Meet in March

Feb. 28, 2023

Registration is open for the New England Tire and Service Association trade show and convention, which will be held March 31-April 1 in Uncasville, Conn.

The tool utilizes compressed air to dispense and extract automotive fluids such as brake, washer, power steering and transmission fluid, as well as engine oil, gear oil and coolant.

Mityvac Unveils Fluid Evacuator and Dispenser

Feb. 27, 2023

The Mityvac Fluid Evacuator/Dispenser, No. MV7120, features an oversized five-gallon reservoir designed for fluid capacities in larger vehicles, including sprinter vans, over-...

Photo Credit: Dannmar

BendPak Upgrades Dannmar Tire Changers

Feb. 27, 2023

BendPak Inc. has updated its Dannmar brand tire changers, DT-50 and DT-50A, to include a swing-arm design and steel clamps to handle 12- to 16-inch wheels.

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Western Pennsylvania Tire Dealers to Host TIA Training

Feb. 27, 2023

The Tire Dealers Association of Western Pennsylvania (TDAWP) is adding Tire Industry Association (TIA) training to its offerings as a way to recruit members and also to encourage...

In his new role, Brad Persons will oversee Apollo's commercial tire sales initiatives within the U.S. and Canada.

Apollo Names Commercial Tire Sales Leader

Feb. 27, 2023

Apollo Tyres Ltd. has named Brad Persons as its new national sales head for commercial tires. In this role, Brad will oversee the company’s commercial tire sales initiatives within...

Photo Credit: Dannmar

BendPak Updates Dannmar Tire Changers

Feb. 27, 2023

BendPak Inc. has updated its Dannmar brand tire changers, DT-50 and DT-50A, to include a swing-arm design and steel clamps to handle 12-inch to 16-inch wheels.

AG Tire Talk: When Should R-1/R-IW Tires Be Replaced?

Feb. 27, 2023

How do you know when R-1/R-1W ag tires need to be replaced? And what rules should be followed to ensure maximum performance?

Marty Bezbatchenko says the pace of ATNA’s product rollouts “has been very quick. We’re working with customers on new sizes and tread patterns, while at the same time, keeping quality levels high.”

Ascenso Tires North America Enters Next Growth Phase

Feb. 27, 2023

With a new name, a new distribution center and new products, Ascenso Tires North America - previously known as Tyres International - is ready for its next phase of growth under...

MTD Publisher Greg Smith moderated a panel discussion that included, from left to right, Bruce Besancon, vice president of marketing, Yokohama Off-Highway Tires Inc.; Eric Matson, global field engineer, off-road tires, Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co.; Chris Rhoades, vice president, OTDC, BKT USA Inc.; and Matt Futrelle, head of business field earthmoving, head of sales and marketing Americas, commercial specialty tires, Continental Tire the Americas LLC,

Tiremakers Say Dealers Will Continue to Play Key Role in OTR Tire Service

Feb. 24, 2023

Representatives from four manufacturers shared their thoughts on the role tire dealers will continue to play in servicing OTR tires and end users as part of a panel discussion...

Scott Blair, who is the co-founder of another mobile tire service, 2U Tire & Wheels, talks to Tire Pro dealers on the benefits of mobile tires.

Tire Pros Unveils Mobile Service Van Concept During Meeting

Madison Gehring

Feb. 24, 2023

When Tire Pros dealers gathered for their national conference in San Diego, Calif., it was nearly impossible for them to miss the mobile tire installation van on the trade show...

OTR Tire Conference attendees were greeted by a Stellar Industries-built boom truck owned by Purcell Tire & Rubber Co. holding a new 63-inch tire made by Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co.

Training, Technology Took Center Stage at OTR Conference

Feb. 23, 2023

Training, technology and the economy were hot topics of discussion at the 2023 Tire Industry Association OTR Tire Conference in Tucson, Ariz.

MFA Petroleum Buys 13 Big O Tires Stores

Feb. 23, 2023

MFA Petroleum Co. has purchased 13 Big O Tires stores in the Kansas City market. The new stores make MFA Petroleum the largest Big O Tires franchisee in the country, with 35 locations...

Discount Tire Installs Second RoboTire System

Feb. 23, 2023

A second Discount Tire store has installed RoboTire, a robotic tire changing system. The newest installation is in a store in Arlington, Texas.

OTR Tiremakers Forecast Big Year for Construction Tires

Feb. 23, 2023

Fifteen months after the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act was signed into law, shovels are ready to hit the ground. That’s great news for tire dealers who sell tires for...

Right to Repair Picks Up Steam in Maine

Feb. 21, 2023

Maine’s Secretary of State’s office certified that the Maine Right To Repair coalition has gathered the necessary number of voter signatures qualifying the initiative to be on...

Belle Tire Distributors Ltd. has acquired Tireman Auto Service Centers, which further expands Belle Tire's presence in northwest Ohio and southern Michigan.

Belle Tire Acquires Tireman Auto Service Centers

Feb. 21, 2023

Belle Tire Distributors Inc. announced it has acquired all 18 locations of Tireman Auto Service Centers, giving Belle Tire more locations in northwest Ohio and southern Michigan...

Features include an easy open, hinged and lockable lid door; hooks to stabilize larger bottles for easy drainage; adjustable feet to secure the container on the drum; two side supports to keep the lid open at 45 degrees; and heavy-duty steel construction.

JohnDow Introduces New Oil Handling Product

Feb. 21, 2023

JohnDow Industries has introduced its newest oil handling product, the Oil Container Drainer, to its service equipment division line of products. According to JohnDow officials...

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.

Tire Taxi Brings Services Directly to Customers

Madison Gehring

Feb. 21, 2023

The idea for Tire Taxi, a company that offers mobile tire installation and other services, was created in Akron, Ohio, in 2020. The idea for the firm started with a conversation...

Love's To Add Truck Care, Retreading Sites in 2023

Feb. 20, 2023

In 2023 Love’s Travel Stops will expand the footprint of both its truck care businesses and retreading operations. The company plans to open 15 Love's Truck Care and Speedco locations...

Maxam Expands Underground Mining Options

Feb. 20, 2023

Maxam Tire North America Inc. has updated its underground mining tire lineup designed for articulated dump trucks and load haul dump loaders to withstand the harsh surfaces, but...