Off the Charts: Will Pressure Guidelines Ever Catch Up to Extreme Fitments?
Not many years ago, the concept of plus sizing was largely the province of autocrossers and road racers. That was before it spread to a new breed of vehicle owners who are collectively challenging tiremakers, wheel makers and even frame makers to fit ever-larger tires and wheels under automobiles and pickup trucks. Today, it is
SEMA Show 2006: CTNA, Giovanna Extend Partnership
(Las Vegas/Tire Review) Continental Tire North America said it will continue its unique joint marketing partnership with Wholesale Tire and Wheel Corp. (WTW), marketer of the Giovanna wheel brand.
President’s Agenda: First International TIA President to Expand Global Reach, Enhance Education
First International TIA President to Expand Global Reach, Enhance Education
Shops in Crisis? The Tech Shortage: A Special Report: Part II
In our August issue, we began an in-depth look at an issue that has been described as one of the automotive aftermarket’s biggest hurdles: attracting qualified technicians and preventing an industry-wide shortage that, some insist, is inevitable. While most experts agree that a shortage does exist, it appears to be centered at the highest, most
Scrap Tyre Legislation: Will We Ever Find a Solution?
(Douglasdale, South Africa/S.A. Treads) Talk of finding a long-term, sustainable solution to the scrap tyre problem in South Africa has been circulating for more than a decade.
2006 Market Influencers
Many play a huge role in this big old industry. But, which are the real movers and shakers – the real Market Influencers? Tire Review’s annual review of Market Influencers looks at the 10 people, products, issues and things that we think will have a major impact on this business over the coming year. Sometimes
Sustainable Future: Groupe Michelin Dedicates Eighth Challenge Bibendum to Fallen Leader
Groupe Michelin Dedicates Eighth Challenge Bibendum to Fallen Leader
Impressive Show Amidst Challenges
(India/Rubber Asia) For China, 2006 is the first year of the country’s 11th Five-Year Plan.
Matador Increases Profits and Turnover
(Clacton, U.K./Tyres & Accessories) A lot has happened for Slovakian tyre manufacturer Matador since it first exhibited under its new name back in 1994.
Focused on Consistency: CTNA Won’t Dwell on Past, Talks About Better Future for Dealers
CTNA Won’t Dwell on Past, Talks About Better Future for Dealers