Research and Markets: 2012 Report on the $25 US Billion Tire Wholesalers Industry
Jan 30, 2012
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Tire Wholesalers" report to their offering. The US tire wholesaler industry includes about 1,200 companies with combined annual revenue of about $25 billion. Major companies include American Tire Distributors and TBC Corporation. The industry is concentrated: the ... Continue reading
Jan 25, 2012
In preparation for its fifth year as an advertiser during the Super Bowl, Bridgestone Americas has expanded its online content, including a "teaser" of two new Super Bowl advertisements, as well as bonus digital offerings from well-known athletes and celebrities who bring to life the brand's new "Time to Perform" ad ca ... Continue reading
Toyo Tire Announces Safety Recall Campaign
Jan 25, 2012
Toyo Tire U.S.A. Corp., has announced a safety recall campaign on a limited number of Toyo® brand tires. The company has determined that select Toyo® Extensa® A/S tires distributed to retailers within the United States may have been produced with a kink at the bead area of the tires. Under certain circumstances, the ... Continue reading
AAA Warns Vehicle Spare Tires May Soon be a Thing of the Past
Jan 25, 2012
AAA prepares drivers for what to do when new vehicles don't include a spare tire. Buying a car can be a stressful experience. One thing buyers could depend upon was that the new vehicle they were about to purchase included a spare tire. ... Continue reading
Bridgestone Retail Operations Brings More Jobs, Services to Communities Nationwide
Jan 12, 2012
In 2011, Bridgestone Retail Operations, LLC (BSRO) created more than 650 new jobs as a result of opening 62 new automotive tire and service locations nationwide. BSRO operates nearly 2,200 Firestone Complete Auto Care, Tires Plus, ExpertTire and Wheel Works locations across the United States. "Our people are our streng ... Continue reading
Two Goodyear Tires Receive a Consumers Digest 'Best Buy' Recommendation
Jan 11, 2012
The January/February 2012 issue of Consumers Digest showcases the best tire values on the market, as rated by the magazine's editors, and products from The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company received a Best Buy recommendation in two of the rated segments. For the "All-Season Car Tires" category, Goodyear's Assurance Triple ... Continue reading
Michelin Challenge Design Announces 2013 Theme
Jan 11, 2012
Registration is open for the 2013 Michelin Challenge Design competition. Over the years, participants have been challenged to explore safety, alternative powertrains and urban mobility. For next year's challenge, entries will address weight reduction through design, which is becoming a new battleground in the struggle ... Continue reading
Goodyear Provides Prototype Tires to Two Concept Chevrolets
Jan 10, 2012
This week's North American International Auto Show in Detroit offers numerous examples of experts choosing Goodyear tires because of their superior handling and even good looks. While many auto manufacturers have again selected Goodyear tires for their new vehicles, a pair of breakthrough cars from Chevrolet are showin ... Continue reading
Michelin - The Only Tire Choice for NAIAS
Jan 9, 2012
Marking its 24th year as the official tire of the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), Michelin -- the world's leading tire manufacturer -- today introduced a new all-season standard passenger car tire that delivers Michelin's renowned technical performance attributes and long-lasting tread life designed s ... Continue reading
Jan 5, 2012
Today Michelin launches a new digital tool to help journalists, bloggers and social media enthusiasts stay engaged with the very latest news from the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. ... Continue reading
Winterton, Kane Named to New Leadership Positions in Goodyear North American Tire
Dec 19, 2011
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company today announced several key leadership succession moves designed to continue the positive momentum in the company's North American Tire business. John F. "Jack" Winterton has been appointed president of the company's North American Tire consumer business unit. He succeeds Steve McClel ... Continue reading
Garmin Reveals Young Drivers Worst Prepared for Winter Driving
Dec 15, 2011
cope with bad weather, despite falling temperatures and the onset of wintry conditions. The poll carried out for Garminî, the sat nav manufacturer, found that an overwhelming number of young drivers (18ââ¬â24 year-olds) said theyââ¬â¢re not prepared for winter driving (57%) despite plannin ... Continue reading
Hankook Tire Reaches $1 Billion, a U.S. Sales Record
Dec 14, 2011
Hankook Tire, the seventh-largest and one of the fastest growing tire companies in the world, announced today that it has reached $1 billion in U.S. FY 2011 sales as of December 13th, 2011 for the first time in its thirty year history in the United States. ... Continue reading
Dec 14, 2011
TireVan, the largest and fastest-growing mobile tire installation business in the United States, today announced the launch of "TireVan's 12 Days of Christmas," an online contest that will award 12 winners an automotive prize from TireVan. Through the contest, which is open to residents in the Washington, D.C., and Phi ... Continue reading
Nitto Introduces the Motivo Active All-Season Ultra Performance Tire
Dec 13, 2011
Nitto Tire U.S.A. Inc., a leading developer of performance tires for enthusiasts, is proud to announce its new active all-season UHP tire, Motivo Motivo utilizes advanced technology to create performance that elevates driving confidence and motivates users to explore new destinations. Extensive size offerings addre ... Continue reading
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