Lawmakers Urge Obama to Limit Chinese Tires
The lawmakers backed a petition from the United Steelworkers union asking Obama to impose a quota that would restrict Chinese tire imports to 21 million, taking them back to 2005 levels.
GM on the Hook with Tire Companies and Other Key Suppliers
GM plans to pay all of its key suppliers in full, say reports.
Coalition Formed to Battle USW Over China Scheme
“Restricting imports is not the answer to our economic problems, which are not unique to the tire industry,” said lead attorney Marguerite Trossevin.
Midas Reports First Quarter Earnings of 7 Cents per Diluted Share
Company reports 6 percent growth in shop traffic, offset by lower average ticket; SpeeDee co-brand test shops post 15 percent sales increase.
The Pulse: Tire Dealership Ownership Breakdown
When asked about succession planning, only 16 percent said they plan to pass the family business down to a child.
CARQUEST and MACS Name Mobile A/C and Heat Transfer Tech of the Year
2009 Winner Robert Jacobs has been performing mobile A/C repairs for more than 30 years.
Firestone Complete Auto Care Opens 1,500th Location
To celebrate the opening of the 1,500th Firestone Complete Auto Care location, the automotive service provider will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday.
Toyo Tires Promotes Corporate Officials
Toyo Tires has promoted several corporate officials at both Toyo Tire Holdings of Americas Inc. and its subsidiary, Toyo Tire U.S.A. Corp.
Three MNA Plants to See Sharp Reductions
The reductions will impact MNA’s passenger and light truck/SUV tire plants in Tuscaloosa, Ala., Ft. Wayne, Ind., and Opeilka, Ala. Some 40 percent of the workforce at those plants will be on temporary layoff, MNA said, an estimated 1,500 people.
Atlantic Tire & Service Named 2008 Top Shop Award Winner
AKRON, Ohio — Tire Review magazine has announced the winner of its 2008 Tire Review Top Shop Award. 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. This year’s Top Shop winner is Atlantic Tire & Service,