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DesRosiers Automotive Consultants reported that the average price for a new vehicle in Canada at the end of 2024 surpassed $45,000 for a passenger car and hit almost $55,000 for a light truck. Training: A missed opportunity The survey also asked whether ASPs take management and technical training seriously.
Knowledge sharing and access to updated technical information are key components of fleet, vehicle, and highway safety.” One size doesn’t fit all—every trucking company can have specific education needs,” Thomas said. The post Bendix On-Line Brake School Surpasses 200,000 Users appeared first on Tire Review Magazine.
There two transfer case options on 4MATIC M-Class trucks. This article was excerpted from a longer one that originally appeared in our sister publication, ImportCar magazine. The transfer case needs the correct fluid for the clutches and planetary gears to work.
Each lift accommodates two vehicles, including cars, SUVs, and trucks. Technical Benefits of the PL-6000DCX Parking Lift The PL-6000DCX uses an overhead power unit and a direct-drive hydraulic cylinder. The post BendPak unveils new two-post lift that doubles parking capacity appeared first on Tire Review Magazine.
The new division, named GlobalECO, allows LanOTR to commence a retreading services expansion for the trucking industry, enhancing its presence in new markets. The post LanOTR acquires Rechapage Global, launches GlobalECO division appeared first on Tire Review Magazine.
The schedule offers a mix of technical and leadership-focused classes to enhance safety, knowledge, and skills across the tire industry, TIA said. The post TIA Releases 2025 Training Schedule appeared first on Tire Review Magazine. 2 : Youngstown, OH (Women’s Only) Dec.
TechForce Foundation’s Techs Rock Awards is an awards program recognizing both technical students’ and professional technicians’ commitment to the profession. By recognizing these individuals, we motivate others to pursue technical careers and further bridge the narrowing skills gap.
The new division, named GlobalECO, allows LanOTR to commence a retreading services expansion for the trucking industry, enhancing its presence in new markets. The post LanOTR acquires Rechapage Global, launches GlobalECO division appeared first on Tire Review Magazine.
Each lift accommodates two vehicles, including cars, SUVs, and trucks. Technical Benefits of the PL-6000DCX Parking Lift The PL-6000DCX uses an overhead power unit and a direct-drive hydraulic cylinder. The post BendPak unveils new two-post lift that doubles parking capacity appeared first on Tire Review Magazine.
The schedule offers a mix of technical and leadership-focused classes to enhance safety, knowledge, and skills across the tire industry, TIA said. The post TIA Releases 2025 Training Schedule appeared first on Tire Review Magazine. 2 : Youngstown, OH (Women’s Only) Dec.
Kevin Rohlwing, TIA chief technical officer; and Thomas G. Rohlwing hosted this panel, where Pearson and Formanek each discussed five things that help service trucks and five things that don’t. Jeff Jurtz, global market consultant for Caterpillar, explained Caterpillar’s experience with autonomous trucks and tire wear.
In this episode of Shop Owner Solutions, Doug Kaufman, editor of Shop Owner Magazine, interviews Miguel Cornejo, product manager for TrakMotive. In addition, he highlights other resources available on the TrakMotive website, including tech bulletins, installation tips and ways to contact the technical team.
According to SRNA, Chariarse has extensive experience in his field, working as a commercial truck field engineer in the tire industry for the past 21 years. I am confident in his abilities to take the commercial truck segment to new heights.” “I
According to SRNA, Chariarse has extensive experience in his field, working as a commercial truck field engineer in the tire industry for the past 21 years. I am confident in his abilities to take the commercial truck segment to new heights.” “I
The 2025 Miami E-Prix, held at the iconic Homestead-Miami Speedway, featured a mix of high-speed oval racing and technical dogleg sections that kept drivers and onlookers like on the edge of their seats. Over time, weve added several products: an all-season, an SUV, a summer tire, and soon a winter and a truck version.
The 2025 Miami E-Prix, held at the iconic Homestead-Miami Speedway, featured a mix of high-speed oval racing and technical dogleg sections that kept drivers and onlookers like on the edge of their seats. Over time, weve added several products: an all-season, an SUV, a summer tire, and soon a winter and a truck version.
Sumitomo Rubber North America (SRNA), a subsidiary of Sumitomo Rubber Industries, has promoted Tsuyoshi “TJ” Johnson to director of product planning for Falken passenger car and light truck tires. I’ve had a lot of exposure to technical aspects of tires in design, testing, and production process,” Johnson said.
Sumitomo Rubber North America (SRNA), a subsidiary of Sumitomo Rubber Industries, has promoted Tsuyoshi “TJ” Johnson to director of product planning for Falken passenger car and light truck tires. I’ve had a lot of exposure to technical aspects of tires in design, testing, and production process,” Johnson said.
Hankook Tire unveiled its SmartLine AL52 and SmartLine DL52 truck bus and radial (TBR) tires as part of the 2024 Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC) showcase hosted by the American Trucking Association (ATA) in New Orleans from March 4-7. Hankook said this technology improves the tire’s contact area with the road surface.
Hankook Tire unveiled its SmartLine AL52 and SmartLine DL52 truck bus and radial (TBR) tires as part of the 2024 Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC) showcase hosted by the American Trucking Association (ATA) in New Orleans from March 4-7. Hankook said this technology improves the tire’s contact area with the road surface.
Toyo Tires has introduced the Open Country A/T III EV, an EV-specific, all-terrain replacement tire developed for the EV truck and SUV segment. “At the onset of this development, our goal was to support EV truck and SUV customers with a bespoke version of the Open Country A/T III. Designed and manufactured in the U.S.,
His father initially worked at a Husky truck stop, doing over-the-road jobs. Investing in the Next Generation Fox is involved in high school and technical college automotive programs. The post Leading Through Service: Nick Fox of Gills Point S Shares His Tire Industry Story appeared first on Tire Review Magazine.
Panelists include Dennis Flanery, sales manager Americas, ATEQ TPMS Tools; Scot Holloway, CEO, Bartec TPMS; and Yanick Leduc, global technical training team lead, Schrader TPMS Solutions. Truck Tires at 10: Service Truck Driver Safety,” 10:00 a.m. – Truck Tires at 10: Total Truck Tire Repair with TRMG,” 10:00 a.m. –
Panelists include Dennis Flanery, sales manager Americas, ATEQ TPMS Tools; Scot Holloway, CEO, Bartec TPMS; and Yanick Leduc, global technical training team lead, Schrader TPMS Solutions. Truck Tires at 10: Service Truck Driver Safety,” 10:00 a.m. – Truck Tires at 10: Total Truck Tire Repair with TRMG,” 10:00 a.m. –
A history of growth In 1986, Paul Zurcher, Dennis Dickson, Ray Monteith and Scott Monteith started a tire company in Indianapolis, Indiana, founding Indy Truck Tire Center. One year later, the company expanded into the tire and auto service retail business, and Indy Truck Tire Centers name was changed to Indy Tire Centers.
We are incredibly fortunate to have a partner in Stellar Industries to host this class,” Kevin Rohlwing, TIA’s chief technical officer, said. With the classroom space, service trucks and equipment on-site, we can deliver a hands-on experience that improves technician performance after the class.
Andrew Markel of Babcox “We are pleased to be the ‘Official Media Partner’ for the Drive Expo,” said Andrew Markel, director of technical content for Babcox Media. About DRIVE – North America’s leading management training and software company, DRIVE caters to independent auto repair, collision, truck and tow business owners.
Roger would head over in the service truck to perform whatever repairs were needed. And I feel that as long as I’m renting, I’m technically not controlling my business.” Currently, they use a dual-rear-wheel truck with an air compressor to perform most mobile service orders. Outside service appointment request?
The ASE Education Foundation recently revised its accreditation standards for truck and collision repair training programs, specifically focusing on tasks, tools and equipment related to high-voltage (HV) systems, including those found on electric vehicles and hybrids.
The ASE Education Foundation recently revised its accreditation standards for truck and collision repair training programs, specifically focusing on tasks, tools and equipment related to high-voltage (HV) systems, including those found on electric vehicles and hybrids.
Automakers continue to diversify their compact and mid-size four-wheel drive off-road capable SUVs and trucks. According to Ben Anderson, senior manager of light truck and offroad categories for Mickey Thompson Tires & Wheels , one of the main trends affecting overlanding is the types of trucks, CUVs and SUVs being produced by OEMs.
Automakers continue to diversify their compact and mid-size four-wheel drive off-road capable SUVs and trucks. According to Ben Anderson, senior manager of light truck and offroad categories for Mickey Thompson Tires & Wheels , one of the main trends affecting overlanding is the types of trucks, CUVs and SUVs being produced by OEMs.
The push for electrification forced the industry to really expand its technology in a variety of areas,” says Ian Coke, chief technical officer at Pirelli Tire North America. appeared first on Tire Review Magazine. EV manufacturers are crazy fast at developing things, so we are forced to react quicker, which is a great thing.
The honored individuals come from all segments of the automobile, collision, truck, school bus, parts, educator and training sectors.” Plato, Minnesota) Navistar/ASE Master M/H Truck Technician of the Year James Singleton, Highway Motors Inc.
The honored individuals come from all segments of the automobile, collision, truck, school bus, parts, educator and training sectors.” Plato, Minnesota) Navistar/ASE Master M/H Truck Technician of the Year James Singleton, Highway Motors Inc.
The push for electrification forced the industry to really expand its technology in a variety of areas,” says Ian Coke, chief technical officer at Pirelli Tire North America. appeared first on Tire Review Magazine. EV manufacturers are crazy fast at developing things, so we are forced to react quicker, which is a great thing.
Kevin Rohlwing, TIA chief technical officer, introduced the panel for the tire chain selection and maintenance session. The team showed how to put chains on a Komatsu service truck. The post Gallery: 2024 Off-the-Road Tire conference appeared first on Tire Review Magazine. This one was on selective attention.
Earlier this summer, Sailun Tire released the TerraMax RT tire, intended for customers with trucks, Jeeps and SUVs looking for both a quiet ride on the highway and off-roading capabilities. To be honest, the tread design was designed based on technical know-how and aesthetics, and the quiet came with that.
Scott Holub, manager of OTR technical services for BKT, said that successful dealers are those who stock tires at their locations, so they are able to respond to customer needs quickly. The post How Dealers Can Stay Competitive in the OTR Construction Tire Market appeared first on Tire Review Magazine.
Scott Holub, manager of OTR technical services for BKT, said that successful dealers are those who stock tires at their locations, so they are able to respond to customer needs quickly. The post How Dealers Can Stay Competitive in the OTR Construction Tire Market appeared first on Tire Review Magazine.
Kevin Rohlwing, TIA chief technical officer, introduced the panel for the tire chain selection and maintenance session. The team showed how to put chains on a Komatsu service truck. The post Gallery: 2024 Off-the-Road Tire conference appeared first on Tire Review Magazine. This one was on selective attention.
But these can also include off-roading clubs who take in 4x4s and trucks of all kinds – stock or modified – for the purpose of hitting the trails. These groups are often an immense resource for owners of popular vehicles, providing technical support, historical archives, and even direct manufacturer involvement.
Having strong casing durability is important for integrity of the casing and the tire performing under tough conditions,” said Scott Holub, manager of OTR technical services for BKT. The post Trends to Watch for in OTR Construction Tires appeared first on Tire Review Magazine.
Having strong casing durability is important for integrity of the casing and the tire performing under tough conditions,” said Scott Holub, manager of OTR technical services for BKT. The post Trends to Watch for in OTR Construction Tires appeared first on Tire Review Magazine.
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