Marangoni Meccanica appoints new CEO
Effective May 2023, Francesco Motta is the new Chief Executive Officer of Marangoni Meccanica. Motta brings nearly 30 years of experience in various strategic roles within the machinery, mechanical systems and automation solutions industries. Motta holds an MBA from China Europe International Business School, and a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Politecnico di Torino University.
Continue ReadingTanvic Tyres completes 3-day truck tyre training course delivered by Michelin
All of Tanvic Tyres’ 25 technicians have received National Tyre Distributors Association (NTDA) Category One Accreditation following the company’s bespoke three-day training programme, delivered by the Michelin Training and Information Centre (MTIC). The independent business said the course would boost its staff’s career development and improve the service levels it delivers to customers. The course was delivered at the Tanvic Tyres depot in Newark, near Nottingham.
Continue ReadingLv Xiaoyan resumes role as Linglong CFO
Two Linglong Tire vice presidents have changed roles within the company, reports our sister website Tyrepress China. Due to job changes, Chen Xuemei resigned as vice president, but continues to hold other positions in Linglong. Li Wei resigned as chief financial officer (CFO), but remains a vice president at the tyre maker and a director on the board. Lv Xiaoyan, vice president of Linglong, took over from Li Wei and concurrently serves as CFO.
Continue ReadingKenda unveils new logo
Kenda has introduced new brand imagery reflecting its “Designed for Your Journey” slogan. The multi-segment tyre manufacturer’s new logo incorporates three design elements in its signature “K”: a check mark on top to represent quality assurance and safety; an inverted V shape on the bottom symbolising a strong foundation; and a diagonal line in the middle that represents the road ahead. Kenda says it wants to refresh the brand to communicate four core values: honesty, quality, service, and innovation.
Continue ReadingVaculug supports ‘major OTR growth’ with new sales manager appointment
Vaculug has appointed Darren Lea as its new OTR sales manager. Lea joins the off the road tyre team with the Lincolnshire tyre retreading and distribution firm’s specialist division celebrating “double-digit growth” and a record start to 2023. It states that several new contract wins have ushered in “major growth in the off the road (OTR) tyre sector.”
Continue ReadingJuratek expands product team
Braking brand Juratek has strengthened its product management team with the appointment of Ross Williams, who will oversee the development and launch of new brake disc and drum products. Williams joins as a new product manager, bringing a wealth of experience in the automotive industry to Juratek from a range of areas and positions, including vehicle technician, vehicle damage assessor and technical complaint manager.
Continue ReadingAscenso Tyres CE adds Eastern Europe and OE2 sales managers
Ascenso Tyres CE GmbH (ASCE), founded in 2020 and based in Wallenhorst, Germany, has added two members to its sales team bid to further its ongoing expansion plans.
Continue ReadingAutomotive vacancy rate hits a new high
Institute of the Motor Industry warns that the motor industry faces a systemic crisis unless perceptions change about career opportunities.
Continue ReadingPro-Align now under sole ownership
Following the retirement of two of its founding directors, Paul and Kathryn Beaurain - who retire after more than 30 years, Pro-Align is now under sole ownership. Established in 1990, husband and wife paring Paul and Kathryn Beaurain founded Pro-Align alongside Philip Wylie, who will continue as the company’s sole owner, utilising his extensive automotive industry and investment banking experience.
Continue ReadingPrinx Chengshan appoints new CFO
From 1 June 2023, Huang Xiaolei will succeed Shi Futao as the chief financial officer of Prinx Chengshan Holdings Limited, the company behind the Prinx, Austone, Fortune and Chengshan tyre brands.
Continue ReadingGRI appoints directors for Europe, MEA & South America
Giorgio Gramegna is GRI’s new director for Europe and in this capacity will lead the specialty tyre manufacturer’s efforts to grow its business within the region. He is joined by Simon Michael, who GRI has named director for MEA & South America. GRI says that these appointments “signal the company’s commitment to being close to and serving customers in those regions.
Continue ReadingPhilipp Grosse Kleimann to head Mahle Group Aftermarket business unit
Philipp Grosse Kleimann is to be the new Head of the Aftermarket business unit and a Member of the Mahle Management Committee from 1 August 2023. In this function, he will report directly to the CEO, Arnd Franz. “Philipp has many years’ of management experience in the automotive and mobility sector, a profound knowledge of the service and workshop business and an entrepreneurial mindset,” comments Arnd Franz, Chairman of the Mahle Management Board and CEO.
Continue ReadingKwik Fit adjusts Netherlands management team
As of 1 May, Yutaka Kimbara is the interim chief executive officer of Kwik Fit Nederland. He takes on this role at Kwik Fit’s Dutch operation following the departure of Martin Post, who is now general manager of car distributor Louwman Dealer Group. Kimbara will work in this capacity until a permanent successor to Post is named.
Continue ReadingContinental Tires names Jorge Almeida Head of Sustainability
Jorge Almeida will become Head of Sustainability at Continental Tires from 1 May 2023, taking on responsibility for the strategic positioning and global management of the tyre maker’s sustainability activities. He succeeds Claus Petschick, who is retiring after more than 30 years at Continental.
Continue ReadingTBC Corporation promotes Kato to President & CEO
Sam Kato is the new president and chief executive officer of TBC Corporation, which through its companies is active in the tyre wholesale, retail and fleet/automotive service sectors throughout North America. He succeeds Laurent Bourrut, who is retiring after completing his assignment to “position the company for strategic growth amid the evolution of the tyre industry.”
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