MNA Launches New LT/SUV Tyre
Michelin North America said its new Michelin LTX M/S2 tire for light trucks and SUVs offers significant improvements in safety, longevity and fuel efficiency compared to its predecessor, the LTX M/S.
Continue ReadingVredestein Rolls Out 25-Series Winter Tyre in US
Vredestein has become the first tyre-maker to offer a 25-series winter tyre for people who want to drive their high-performance car in the winter time.
Continue ReadingNitto Tire USA Expands Luxury Touring Line to Include CUV Sizes
Nitto Tire USA expanded its NT850 Premium line to include sizes specifically developed for crossover utility vehicles.
Continue ReadingMaxxis-sponsored Japspeed Team Wins Prodrift Round 3
Maxxis-sponsored Team Japspeed experienced success with driver Danny Eyles winning Round Three of the Prodrift Super Series at Donington (held back on 8 August), setting up an exciting series climax to be held at the end of the week (6 September).
Continue ReadingGoodyear Farm Hosts Alignment Workshop for Dealers
Many farmers do not realise the potential impact of correctly – or indeed incorrectly – aligned wheels, so Goodyear’s Farm team has made it their business to inform and educate the market through a day of workshop activities for the members of the Goodyear Farm Tyre Specialist Network.
Continue ReadingRubber Prices to Rise with Rising Chinese Vehicle Sales in 2010
A report on Bloomberg.com suggests that rubber prices will climb by up to 19 per cent by the end of 2010, as demand for vehicles in China witnesses continued growth.
Continue ReadingGoodyear Celebrates 111 Years with Innovations, Inspirations
Goodyear turns 111 this year, and is celebrating by recounting its Top 111 Innovations, Inspirations and Historic Firsts.
Continue ReadingGoodyear Trying The Right Thing
Goodyear has hired recruitment firm The Right Thing to help it recruit and hire future employees nationwide.
Continue ReadingDog Deflates Police Tyres
'Dog bites man' might not be a newsworthy story, but how about 'dog bites tyres'?
Continue ReadingBridgestone India Inaugurates ‘Select Super’ Faridabad Showroom
Bridgestone has announced the inauguration of its largest showroom in India, the Haryana Care Center in Faridabad, making the site a ‘Super Select’ showroom.
Continue Reading11-Year Olds Blamed For US Tyre Fire
Two 11-year old girls were arrested on suspicion of starting a fire which destroyed a warehouse storing shredded tyres ready to be recycled. The warehouse, owned by Joliet, Illinois-based tyre recycler Tire Grinder Transporters, was ablaze for five hours before firefighters brought it under control.
Continue ReadingMcConechy's Reports Dip In Profits
According to the Herald Scotland website, Ayr-based tyre retailer McConechy's Tyre Service has posted pre-tax profits of £485,685 for the year to the end of April, down on the figure of £1.2 million for the previous year.
Continue ReadingFAA Benefits From Titan Auction Donation
Titan Tire is once again pitching in to help the young members of the Future Farmers of America.
Continue ReadingConti to Close Alabama Plant
Continental AG plans to close its powertrain and interior components plant in Huntsville, Alabama, by the end of 2010.
Continue ReadingTxt Spk Safety Scholar Wins Bridgestone Contest
Bridgestone’s annual US Safety Scholars contest has a 2009 winner, in addition to two runners-up, all of whom will receive $5,000 towards their college studies and a set of Bridgestone or Firestone tyres. The competition highlighted a wealth of creative talent, as entrants took their cue from an eclectic range of inspirations including rap videos, emotional personal stories and important topical issues.
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