http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1267826068 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1267826068 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/030810thumb.jpg TRIB urging members in Georgia to protest HB 981; TRIB urging members in Georgia to protest HB 981; Titan International to produce 73.5-inch OTR tire; INRIX says traffic jams are sign of improving economy. 2010-03-05T21:54:28Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1267214264 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1267214264 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/30110thumb.jpg Nevada AG drops lawsuit against Tire Works Total C Nevada AG drops lawsuit against Tire Works Total Car Care; Denman Tire expected to close soon; Goodyear names new president/CEO; and Web site announces best, worst places to take car for a fair price quote. 2010-02-26T19:57:44Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1266589734 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1266589734 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/2-22-10 thumb.jpg Bridgestone President, CEO participates in groundb Bridgestone President, CEO participates in groundbreaking ceremony; Sears launches franchise program; TCI's Dallas warehouse roof collapses. 2010-02-19T14:28:54Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1266004986 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1266004986 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/21510thumbnail.jpg Goodyear's Fuel Max tire line sets company sales r Goodyear's Fuel Max tire line sets company sales record; Continetal Tire North America changes its name; Bridgestone Bandag Tire Solutions launches national ad campaign. 2010-02-12T20:03:06Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1265398101 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1265398101 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/TBNMthumbnail.jpg The United Steelworkers union requests duties on T The United Steelworkers union requests duties on Thai-made tires; Service Tire Truck Centers buys 16 TCI outlets; Detroit police raid four area tire shops. 2010-02-05T19:28:21Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1264777685 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1264777685 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/2110thumbnail.jpg Kumho Tire says work-out program for Kumho Asianic Kumho Tire says work-out program for Kumho Asianic Group won't affect U.S. operations; Goodyear gives away next generation touring tires at its annual dealer meeting; and Goodyear plans to produce 63-inch OTR radial tires in the first half of 2011. 2010-01-29T15:08:05Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1264197270 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1264197270 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/12510thumbnail.jpg Tire companies support Haitian relief efforts; Mic Tire companies support Haitian relief efforts; Michelin will invest $1 billion to build a tire plant in China; and the World Trade Organization's Dispute Settlement Body will create a panel to review U.S.-imposed Chinese tire tariffs. 2010-01-22T21:54:30Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1263497201 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1263497201 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/11810thumbnail.jpg The World Trade Organization will address China's The World Trade Organization will address China's tariff complaint; Michelin North America unveils a concept tire for electric vehicles; and a few major tire makers plan to expand their motorsports programs in 2010. 2010-01-14T19:26:41Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1262965961 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1262965961 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/11110thumbnail.jpg U.S. auto sales pick up in December, but fall shor U.S. auto sales pick up in December, but fall short of 10-year average; surveyed executives say new auto technology will have an impact in 2009; and Kumho Asiana will sell some assets and focus on cutting costs. 2010-01-08T15:52:41Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1261152248 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1261152248 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/122109thumbnail.jpg Chinese tire imports plummet in October; U.S. tire Chinese tire imports plummet in October; U.S. tire shipments take a dive in the first half of 2009; and Ford dealers are on track to reach 600 Quick Lane Tire & Auto Centers in 2010. 2009-12-18T16:04:08Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1260547741 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1260547741 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/121409thumbnail.jpg Alliance Tire Group wins bid for the bulk of GPX I Alliance Tire Group wins bid for the bulk of GPX International's global distribution assets; Two groups of investors buy GPX's Canadian operations and solid tire assets; and top U.S. executives expect capital spending to increase. 2009-12-11T16:09:01Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1259953650 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1259953650 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/120709thumbnail.jpg The Automotive Service Association moves Automotiv The Automotive Service Association moves Automotive Service & Repair week in 2010; Several tire makers announce price increases; and Alcoa plans to close its wheel plant in Lebanon, Va. 2009-12-04T19:07:30Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1258744296 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1258744296 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/112309thumbnail.jpg Bridgestone is making upgrades to its plant in Que Bridgestone is making upgrades to its plant in Quebec and boosting capacity in India; Michelin plans to build an $870 million truck tire plant in India; and an Ontario tire recycler is building a plant to be used to microwave scrap tires. 2009-11-20T19:11:36Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1258126400 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1258126400 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/111609thumbnail.jpg Several tire and equipment makers introduce new pr Several tire and equipment makers introduce new products at the SEMA Show; American Pacific Industries partners with China's Good Friend Tire Co.; Schrader International develops programmable TPMS sensor; and TIA updates its TPMS Relearn Chart. 2009-11-13T15:33:20Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1257537386 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1257537386 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/110909thumbnail.jpg Scott Beasley takes home the 2009 Tire Dealer Huma Scott Beasley takes home the 2009 Tire Dealer Humanitarian Award; the Rubber Manufacturers Association forecasts a drop in tire shipments in 2009; and Goodyear decides to drop its Republic associate brand. 2009-11-06T19:56:26Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1256933819 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1256933819 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/110209thumbnail.jpg GPX International Tire Corp. files for Chapter 11 GPX International Tire Corp. files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, while Alliance Tire and a group of investors look to buy some of its assets; Goodyear plans to add 63-inch OTR tires to its product line; and Goodyear and Titan post third quarter results. 2009-10-30T20:16:59Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1256319318 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1256319318 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/102609thumbnail.jpg California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger signs bill b California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger signs bill banning lead wheel weights in the state; Goodyear will close its Spartanburg, S.C., plant by year-end; and Pirelli Tire North America and Sumitomo Rubber Industries hike tire prices. 2009-10-23T17:35:18Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1255715559 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1255715559 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/101909thumbnail.jpg California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger signs bill t California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger signs bill to use state funds to pay for tire recycling projects in Mexico; Pep Boys has agreed to buy Florida Tire; and a law firm launches a consumer Web site dealing with tire defects and safety. 2009-10-16T17:52:39Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1255101925 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1255101925 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/101209thumbnail.jpg Bob Sumerel Tire sells its retail operations in or Bob Sumerel Tire sells its retail operations in order to expand its commercial business; Michelin launches a global advertising campaign; and Cooper Tire plans to ramp up capacity at its plant in Texarkana, Ark. 2009-10-09T15:25:25Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1254494017 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1254494017 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/100509thumbnail.jpg Monro Muffler Brake buys Tire Warehouse Central fo Monro Muffler Brake buys Tire Warehouse Central for $34 million; Snider Tire will acquire Consolidated Tires before the end of 2009; STA antitrust lawsuit against Hoosier Racing is dismissed; and several tire makers are staying home from SEMA. 2009-10-02T14:33:37Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1253906644 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1253906644 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/928vidthumb.jpg The fallout in the tire industry continues from Pr The fallout in the tire industry continues from President Obama's decision to impose tariffs on Chinese tire imports; tire dealers look to new media to market their businesses; and Titan could soon have its first European plant 2009-09-25T19:24:04Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1253300599 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1253300599 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/921vidthumb.jpg The tire industry, United Steelworkers and China's The tire industry, United Steelworkers and China's government react to President Obama's decision to impose tariffs on Chinese tire imports; Goodyear Chairman Robert Keegan highlights innovation; and contract talks proceed 2009-09-18T19:03:19Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1252697322 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1252697322 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/914vidthumb.jpg Two retreaders make news with one opening a new pl Two retreaders make news with one opening a new plant and another switching processes; more details emerge about Goodyear's tentative pact with the union; and a study reveals a contradiction about attitudes toward vehicle maintenance 2009-09-11T19:28:42Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1252089018 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1252089018 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/907vidthumb.jpg Goodyear secures a tentative contract with the Uni Goodyear secures a tentative contract with the United Steelworkers; a Missouri dealership marks its 70th anniversary; and Cheng Shin Rubber buys out Toyo Tire's minority stake in a joint venture 2009-09-04T18:30:18Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1251489420 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1251489420 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/831vidthumb.jpg Bridgestone retakes the top spot as the largest gl Bridgestone retakes the top spot as the largest global tire maker; Town Fair Tire celebrates a victory in court; and Titan looks to install pressure and temperature sensors on its 63-inch radial OTR tires 2009-08-28T19:57:00Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1250879191 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1250879191 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/824vidthumb.jpg Michelin North America inks a tentative pact with Michelin North America inks a tentative pact with the union as other tire makers continue talks; a little noticed clause in this year's economic stimulus bill is creating headaches for dealers; and Midas looks to grow its tire business 2009-08-21T18:26:31Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1250274681 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1250274681 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/817vidthumb.jpg As the deadline approaches for a decision on tarif As the deadline approaches for a decision on tariffs on Chinese tire imports, both sides make their cases; domestic auto makers ask for an exception to the tariffs; and Goodyear relaunches a brand 2009-08-14T18:31:21Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1249667442 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1249667442 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/810vidthumb.jpg Cooper Tire reports improved second quarter result Cooper Tire reports improved second quarter results; Hennelly Tire/The Tire Choice continues toward its goal of 35 stores by 2010; and Lex Brodie's Tire makes a green pitch to its customers 2009-08-07T17:50:42Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1249066832 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1249066832 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/803vidthumb.jpg Chairman Robert Keegan discusses Goodyear's second Chairman Robert Keegan discusses Goodyear's second quarter results; Green Diamond looks to revamp its manufacturing and image; and Monro has a positive outlook for the rest of the fiscal year 2009-07-31T19:00:32Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1248463865 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1248463865 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/727vidthumb.jpg Carlisle Tire consolidates some production in Jack Carlisle Tire consolidates some production in Jackson, Tenn.; a Firestone Complete Auto Care store in New Orleans re-opens; and car dealers look at strategies to recoup lost service sales 2009-07-24T19:31:05Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1247861120 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1247861120 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/720vidthumb.jpg Specialty tire maker Denman Tire explores its opti Specialty tire maker Denman Tire explores its options; a California tire age bill is dropped by sponsors; and major tire makers work on new contracts with the United Steelworkers 2009-07-17T20:05:20Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1247254478 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1247254478 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/713vidthumb.jpg Right to Repair supporters get some good news and Right to Repair supporters get some good news and bad news; the trucking industry takes stock in the midst of a down year; and two tire makers announce regional investments 2009-07-10T19:34:38Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1246569008 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1246569008 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/706vidthumb.jpg Big 10 Tire Stores Inc. finds a buyer in its bankr Big 10 Tire Stores Inc. finds a buyer in its bankruptcy; the U.S. International Trade Commission opts for imposing duties on tire imports from China instead of quotas; and Pep Boys plans an expansion 2009-07-02T21:10:08Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1245962392 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1245962392 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/629thumb.jpg Tire industry groups respond to two proposed gover Tire industry groups respond to two proposed government regulations covering tire labeling and tire dealers, and Chinese tire makers look for new markets as the U.S. considers import quotas. 2009-06-25T20:39:52Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1245424476 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1245424476 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/622vidthumb.jpg The International Trade Commission votes in favor The International Trade Commission votes in favor of a United Steelworkers' petition seeking to limit Chinese tire imports; Goodyear completes final tests for upcoming NASCAR race; and a car dealer makes inroads in the tire business. 2009-06-19T15:14:36Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1244832028 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1244832028 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/615vidthumb.jpg The Rubber Manufacturers Association wraps up its The Rubber Manufacturers Association wraps up its 8th--and largest--National Tire Safety Week; the "Cash for Clunkers" bill passes another hurdle; and tire dealers add stores. 2009-06-12T18:40:28Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1244226550 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1244226550 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/608vidthumb.jpg The United Steelworkers and various tire distribut The United Steelworkers and various tire distributors make their cases for and against the union's petition to limit Chinese tire imports; tire makers react to GM's bankruptcy filing; and one segment remains a bright spot in the tire industry 2009-06-05T18:29:10Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1243622412 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1243622412 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/601vidthumb.jpg A group sets out to defeat the United Steelworkers A group sets out to defeat the United Steelworkers' effort to limit tire imports from China; Monro to buy 26 retail stores; and Goodyear looks to sell more businesses. 2009-05-29T18:40:12Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1242999625 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1242999625 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/0525thumbnail.jpg Michelin cuts capital expenditure budget in half; Michelin cuts capital expenditure budget in half; An NHTSA report shows TPMS is effective; Tire Kingdom Internation drops its Fate brand; and a Lang Marketing Resources report shows the amount of vehicles per service bay is increasing. 2009-05-22T13:40:25Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1242413574 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1242413574 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/518vidthumb.jpg Michelin settles with state attorneys general abou Michelin settles with state attorneys general about a fuel-efficiency ad; another retreader switches operations; and Goodyear discusses plans for one of its brands. 2009-05-15T18:52:54Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1241791222 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1241791222 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/511vidthumb.jpg The owners of Suburban Tire Auto Care Centers lead The owners of Suburban Tire Auto Care Centers lead a tour of the dealership's newest store in Chicago. They're billing it as the world's greenest tire store, and they describe many of its energy-efficient features, from major new systems to simple improvements other dealers can make. 2009-05-08T14:00:22Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1241210907 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1241210907 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/504vidthumb.jpg American Tire Distributors closes some of Am-Pac T American Tire Distributors closes some of Am-Pac Tire Distributors' distribution centers as part of integration efforts; Goodyear looks at its options after losing an appeal; and tire makers' first quarter results show a tough period. 2009-05-01T20:48:27Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1240604451 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1240604451 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/427vidthumb.jpg The USW petitions the government to limit consumer The USW petitions the government to limit consumer tire imports from China and one importer reacts; Tire Kingdom hits a milestone and plans more; and a longtime industry player retires. 2009-04-24T20:20:51Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1239995846 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1239995846 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/420thumbnail.jpg Michelin will close its Opelika, Ala., tire plant; Michelin will close its Opelika, Ala., tire plant; Bridgestone will boost capacity at its plant in Wuxi, China; The American Truck Associations releases study on U.S. freight tonnage; and Evans Tire offers "buy 2, get 2 free" deal. 2009-04-17T19:17:26Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1239385061 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1239385061 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/413vidthumbB.jpg Big 10 Tire Stores files for bankruptcy protection Big 10 Tire Stores files for bankruptcy protection, closes 21 stores; more on Snider Tire's decision to change its retread operations; and a dealership recovers from a destructive fire. 2009-04-10T17:37:41Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1238769092 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1238769092 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/406vidthumbB.jpg The software companies offering $1 million "b The software companies offering $1 million "bailouts" report on their progress so far; the Nevada attorney general sues to stop a tire dealer from operating in the state; and wrangling over a tax case involving Town Fair Tire continues. 2009-04-03T14:31:32Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1238185843 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1238185843 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/330vidthumbB2.jpg Reports track declines in the global and North Ame Reports track declines in the global and North American tire makets, but the American Trucking Associations notes a small uptick in U.S. truck tonnage. Also, Tire Business publisher Crain Communications Inc. announces a new tire trade show. 2009-03-27T20:30:43Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1237577165 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1237577165 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/323thumbnail.jpg Two more software companies offer their products t Two more software companies offer their products to dealers to stimulate the economy; the RMA predicts a big drop in tire shipments in 2009; and a marketing firm outlines how tire dealers can benefit from car dealers closing. 2009-03-20T19:26:05Z http://www.tirebusiness.com/tblive/video.html?id=1236955290 http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid1507785239?bclid=6138591001&bctid=1236955290 http://www.tirebusiness.com/edvids/images/316vidthumbB.jpg Continental A.G. will close a passenger tire plant Continental A.G. will close a passenger tire plant in France to align capacity with falling demand; ASA Tire Systems elaborates on its "tire dealer bailout package"; and Midas Inc. looks to tires to improve its profitability. 2009-03-13T14:41:30Z