Virginia Tire & Auto Named North America’s Best
Now in its fifth year, the Tire Review Top Shop Award, presented by Ammco/Coats, seeks to honor the “best of the best” independent tire dealers in the U.S. and Canada.
Fisker Selects Goodyear Eagles for Karma Hybrid
Because of its large 22-inch wheels and the high torque output of its electric motor, Goodyear worked with Fisker to develop high-performance tires specifically for the Karma EVer.
Yokohama Tire Corp.’s Orange Oil Tire Technology to be Highlighted at the Museum of Science, Boston
The two-year exhibit starts in fall 2011 and will feature BluEarth-1, Yokohama’s next generation eco-friendly tire that utilizes oil from orange peels to reduce use of petroleum.
Import-Brand Dealerships Selling More Accessories as Vehicle Inventory Drops
June AOA Accessories Trend Report from izmocars shows auto dealers most impacted by tsunami generating 30 percent more accessories revenue, than in each of previous five months.
Cost of Owning and Operating Vehicle in U.S. Increased 3.4 Percent, According to AAA
AAA’s 2011 “Your Driving Costs” study reveals how notable increases in gas, tires and depreciation drive up average costs for sedans to $8,776 yearly, 58.5 cents per mile; SUV costs up to $11,239 yearly, 74.9 cents per mile.
More Donations Flow to Aid Japan Relief Efforts
Automakers and parts suppliers work to return to production.
Executive Interview with Howard Laster, Director of Product Management and New Business Development, Continental Commercial Vehicles & Aftermarket
In today’s Executive Interview, Laster talks with aftermarketNews about emerging technologies and trends for Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) and the company’s new VDO REDI-Sensor.
Hollywood Hot Rods Debuts Raybestos ’32 Roadster Pickup
Less than two weeks remain to enter to win the hot rod at RaybestosGarage.com.
Carley’s Corner: The Pitfalls of Extended Warranties
New car warranties keep getting longer and longer, much to the dismay of the aftermarket.
AASA Vision Conference to Hold OptiCat Panel, Roundtable Discussion to Provide Opportunity for Feedback
The AASA Vision Conference panel discussion, “OptiCat: A Supplier-Driven Catalog Model,” is scheduled for Wednesday, March 17, at the InterContinental O’Hare, Rosemont, Ill.