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If Vietnam joins IRC, will raw material costs rise?
The International Rubber Consortium (IRC) has asked Vietnam to join existing members Thailand, Indonesia and Malaysia -- the three largest natural rubber exporters in the world.
Brazil raises tariffs on U.S. tire exports 100%
In retaliation for the way the United States has treated its cotton exports, the Brazilian government has raised import duties on an extensive list of goods, including tires. And the World Trade Organization (WTO) has authorized the sanctions, which could total as much as $829 million.
Shimizu appointed president of Toyo Tire Holdings
Toyo Tire Holdings of Americas Inc. reports the company’s president, Masaharu Yoshimoto, will be retiring at the end of March, and that Takashi Shimizu has been appointed its president effective April 1.
Expect retail tire demand to improve, says Ludwig
"In case you didn't notice, tire shipments to OEM auto manufacturers rose a whopping 26% in December, and this strength is expected to continue through the first quarter of 2010, at least," says Saul Ludwig in the latest installment of the "Ludwig Report" in Modern Tire Dealer magazine.
ACCC and Del-Nat are affected by recall
More companies have officially announced recalls of size 245/70R17 SUV tires manufactured by Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. in Texarkana, Ark. According to Cooper, the total number of defective tires is 7,769.
TIREMAX offers franchises In Texas
TIREMAX of North America is now selling retail tire franchises to Texans.
Becker Tire receives Bridgestone Bandag award
Becker Tire & Treading Inc. has received a 35 year service award from Bridgestone Bandag Tire Solutions.
CustomerLink celebrates 10th anniversary
CustomerLink Systems Inc., which promotes exclusive Customer Retention Marketing (CRM) programs for the automotive service and repair industry, recently celebrated its 10th anniversary.
Yokohama introduces all-posiiton waste-haul tire
Yokohama Tire Corp. will introduce its latest all-position waste and sanitation tire, the MY627W, at the Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS), March 25-27 at the Kentucky Expo Center in Louisville, Ky.
Titan introduces 50-inch rice and cane farm tire
Titan International Inc.'s new Goodyear Special Sure Grip TD-8 Radial R-2 tire was designed to address the specific needs of the rice and cane markets. It is available in size 480/80R50.
Kumho debuts eco Solus HM
Kumho Tire Co.'s eco-friendly touring tire, the eco Solus HM, is formulated to be less impactful on the environment while delivering top performance, the company says. It is the first offering in a series of eco-friendly products from the company.
Cosmo radial truck tire line debuts
Tire Group International Inc. has launched its premium radial truck tire line under the Cosmo brand name.
Haweka USA to introduce alignment system
Haweka USA will be showcasing the company's new heavy-duty truck alignment system, the AXIS 4000, at this year’s 2010 Mid-America Truck Show in Louisville, Ky., on March 25-27 at the Kentucky Exposition Center.
Web poll: How are your fill rates?
Are your tire fill rates exceptional, acceptable or just plain horrible? That's what Modern Tire Dealer wants to know.
Exhibitor list grows for Brityrex International
Exhibitors from across the aftermarket continue to sign up for October’s Brityrex International exhibition, with both familiar names and new brands "seeking to capitalize on sales opportunities from a post-recession tire and equipment marketplace," the organizers state.
Sellout expected for Citexpo 2010
More than 80% of booth space has already been purchased for the upcoming China International Tire Expo (Citexpo 2010) to be held in Shanghai, China, this Sept. 8-10.
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