Pep Boys to Acquire Orlando Service and Tire Chain
The $4.35 million acquisition is expected to close on Oct. 30, generate annual sales of more than $14 million and be accretive to earnings in its first year of operations.
USW OKs Four-Year Deal With Bridgestone
The new Bridgestone contract, approved by a two-to-one margin, covers some 4,500 workers at plants in Akron, Ohio; Des Moines, Iowa; Russellville, Ark.; and LaVergne, Tenn. A separate agreement was ratified at Warren County, Tenn.
AMI Announces 2009 Tom B. Babcox Memorial Scholarship Recipient
Chris Pfefferle has worked in the automotive service industry for 13 years and is currently working on completing the necessary requirements to earn the Institute’s Accredited Automotive Manager (AAM) designation.
The Ultimate NASCAR Performance Make-Over Sweepstakes Returns
One lucky fan to win vehicle makeover courtesy of NASCAR Performance automotive partners.
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.
Hankook Tire America Announces New Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing Position
Former Goodyear exec to fill role and grow business in North America.
Alcoa Names Kevin Kramer to New Position as President, Growth Initiatives
Kramer joined Alcoa in 2004 as president of Alcoa’s cast auto wheels business, following a successful 21-year career with Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co.
OBITUARY: Earl Knoper, Former Toyo Exec, Dies
Previously, Knoper worked for Goodyear, Firestone and Montgomery Ward over his 41-year tire industry career.
USW Lauds ITC Vote Affirming China Tire Import Surge
President Obama will make the final determination on imposing trade relief.
The Week in Review (June 1-5, 2009)
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