Consumer Affairs - AiM Assigns A To F Grades To Cars And Trucks Based On 150-Point Inspection Report
Jul 26, 2011
<b>AiM Mobile Inspections Launches Grading System to Rate Inspected Vehicles on Age, Mileage and Condition</b> <i>AiMâs vehicle grades make it easy for consumers to know, which used vehicle to buy based on appearance, mileage and mechanics compared to similar year, make and model vehicles. AiMâs full-time tec ... Continue reading
Jul 23, 2011
FULLERTON, July 22, 2011: Six months of 2011 have sailed by, and for Dan King, Yokohama Tire Corporation (YTC) senior vice president of sales and marketing, the journey has been defined by varying currents, which at times has included navigating through choppy waters. The company has had to deal with ramifications from ... Continue reading
Titan Adds Tire, Wheel and Track Services for End Users
Jul 22, 2011
Titan International, Inc. has formed a new company, Titan Mining Services. This new group will offer complete tire, wheel and track services for end users. The company's first location will be Fort MacKay, Alberta, Canada. ... Continue reading
Motorsports Brands - Yokohama Tire Corporation's 2011 Grassroots Program Rolls On
Jul 19, 2011
FULLERTON, July 19, 2011: Yokohama Tire Corporation has expanded its nationwide grassroots consumer programs in 2011 by participating in 18 car shows and car club events, including the upcoming Z1 Nationals, Porsche Parade, Goodguys Chicago Nationals, Corvette Funfest and BMW Oktoberfest. âGrassroots car events ar ... Continue reading
Tie Down Those Suitcases on the Roof of the Car!
Jul 18, 2011
A major European survey carried out by Goodyear Dunlop has found that motorists are failing to load their cars correctly when embarking on a summer holiday. I've copied the press release below, should you find this item of interest. Unsecured loads in cars major threat to safety on summer getaways. ... Continue reading
Goodyear Closes Tennessee Plant
Jul 11, 2011
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company today announced that it has ceased production at its tire manufacturing facility in Union City, Tenn. On February 10, Goodyear had announced its intention to close the plant by the end of 2011. "When we announced our intention to close the plant, we expected the shutdown would occur b ... Continue reading
Hankook Tire Gauge Index Reveals How Travelers Are Preparing for Summer Road Trips
Jun 29, 2011
The average road tripper will log 725 miles on their tires and while 7 in 10 Americans are at least somewhat confident in how to properly maintain their tires, 22 percent are not confident they could change a flat tire if they had to. ... Continue reading
Jun 29, 2011
Thom Cannell roadtests Bridgestone's new ultra-performance tires: Potenza RE-011, Potenza S-04 Pole position, Potenza RE970AS Pole Position ... Continue reading
Conserve Gas and Save With These Holiday Driving Tips
Jun 28, 2011
As Americans across the country hit the road for the Fourth of July weekend, many families are struggling to deal with the burden of high fuel prices. One key tip is often left off fuel-saving checklists: buying the right tires can significantly improve a car's fuel efficiency. Most new cars sold today come with fuel-e ... Continue reading
Summertime Tire Buying Advice: New Bridgestone's For Your Family
Jun 22, 2011
Bridgestone tires pay for themselves in fuel savings Many new BMW 3 or 5 Series, Lexus SC430s, MINI Coopers, Corvettes, and the all-wheel drive Toyota Sienna minivan were equipped with second generation run flat tires. Owners reported an unexpectedly hard ride and those miraculous run flat tires and didnât last as ... Continue reading
Pete Selleck To Replace Richard Wilkerson at Michelin
Jun 21, 2011
Michelin North America Chairman and President Richard "Dick" Wilkerson will retire from his role by the end of this year, the Michelin Group announced today. Wilkerson will become chairman emeritus of Michelin North America upon his retirement. "Dick has demonstrated exemplary leadership throughout his career at Michel ... Continue reading
Cars 2 Gets Goodyear Tire As A Sponsor
Jun 20, 2011
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company today announced the details of its promotion of Disney and Pixar's high-octane animated comedy adventure "Cars 2," which opens in theaters nationwide on June 24, 2011. Inspired by Goodyear and the iconic Pixar character Buzz Lightyear, "Lightyear" tires will reprise the role as animat ... Continue reading
Consumer Performance Brands - Yokohama Tire Corporation Launches All New Customer First Web Site
Jun 9, 2011
FULLERTON, June 8, 2011: Yokohama Tire Corporation has announced the official launch of its all-new, user-centric Web site at www.yokohamatire.com designed to put customers first and their needs, according to Theresa Palang, Yokohama manager of public relations and digital marketing. It is built for engagement, interac ... Continue reading
Goodyear and National Tire Safety Week Perfect Together
Jun 5, 2011
They're all too often neglected, abused and ignored. But this week, The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company is urging everyone to show a more caring attitude toward their tires. National Tire Safety Week, held June 5-11, is a time to remind drivers of the simple steps they can take to ensure their tires are safe and in good ... Continue reading
Four Tips for Tire Safety from Pep Boys
Jun 3, 2011
manny, moe and Jack Kick off tire safety Week with Four Points to Inspect Before Your Next Road Trip A Simple Five-Minute Preventative Check-Up Assures Safe Summer Travel In honor of the tenth annual National Tire Safety Week, June 5 - 11, The Pep Boys - Manny, Moe & Jack are offering motorists four helpful tips to gua ... Continue reading
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