China’s Triangle Group Making Akron, Ohio, its U.S. Home
One of the five largest tiremakers in China with revenues listed at around $3 billion annually, Triangle Group is based in Weihai, China. The tiremaker said it would open a research and development center in the city, and later expand it to include a sales office. All told, Triangle plans to add 30 jobs in Akron.
Transtar Announces Organizational Changes
Transtar Autobody Technologies adds new talent to increase efficiency and output.
Michelin Invests $50 Million to Expand BFG Plant
The 1.9-million-square-foot facility, which opened in 1961, produces passenger car and light truck BFGoodrich Tires and currently employs 1,580 people. Upgrades and expansion work will begin immediately. The investment will add approximately 35 new jobs.
Mazda and IndyCar Announce Multi-Year Partnership
IndyCar developmental ladder now to be known as Mazda Road to Indy.
Michelin Announces Price Increases
The increases will vary by product line.
Siouxland Tire Dealer Named North America’s Best
Now in its fourth year, the Tire Review Top Shop Awards, presented by Ammco/Coats, seeks to honor the “best of the best” independent tire dealers in the U.S. and Canada.
Ken-Tool Promotes Rock Tyson to Vice President, Sales and Marketing
In his new role, Tyson will direct all domestic and international sales and marketing efforts for the Akron, Ohio-based company that has been in business nearly 90 years.Previously director of marketing and sales, Tyson has been instrumental in strengthening the company’s position as a leading manufacturer and marketer of hand tools for commercial, truck and automotive tire service applications.
Michelin Announces Price Hikes
Passenger and light truck replacement tire prices will increase on Michelin, BFGoodrich, Uniroyal, private and associate brand tires. The price increase will vary by product line.
Northeast Ohio Tire Dealer Named North America’s Best
Enger Tire & Auto wins Tire Review Top Shop Award.
Former General Chief Jerry O’Neil Dies
At age 38, O’Neil became president of General Tire in 1960, and moved the company into an era of diversification that eventually led to its sale to Continental AG.