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Danielson Appointed Bridgestone Bandag President

Kurt Danielson, previously vice president of sales and marketing at Bridgestone Bandag Tire Solutions, has been promoted to the position of president within the Bridgestone Americas unit. In his new role Danielson will continue to report to Saul Solomon, president of Bridgestone Americas US and Canada Commercial Tire Sales unit. “Kurt played a critical role in the formation of BBTS after the Bandag merger in 2007, and his professionalism and sound leadership have been instrumental in helping us meet the challenges of today’s dynamic truck and bus tyre and retread marketplace,” said Solomon.

2nd August 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

Yokohama adds Cowboys to Sponsorship Corral

Visitors to the Dallas Cowboy’s recently completed 280,000 square metre Cowboys Stadium will bask in Yokohama Tire’s corporate presence following the signing of a one-year sponsorship agreement between the club and tyre maker. The deal includes stadium, pre-game, post-game and in-game spots on the team’s flagship radio station; in-stadium displays and in-game announcements on the public address system and on LED boards. Yokohama Tire Corporation will also be able to take advantage of hospitality opportunities at select games, and the tyre maker will partner with the team on its travelling Dallas Cowboy Museum Tour truck, which goes to more than 100 events per year.

27th July 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

Yokohama Tire Implements Organisational Changes

The organisational structure at Yokohama Tire Corporation has been altered following Jim MacMaster’s retirement on June 30. President and CEO of Yokohama’s US operation, Takao Oishi, has not named a direct successor for MacMaster, who served as executive vice president and COO. Instead, Dan King, previously vice president of sales and marketing, will now also be responsible for corporate strategy and planning, while Gary Nash has been promoted to vice president, off-the-road (OTR) division and Yukio Kuroda now oversees technical services and product liability.

5th July 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

Darren Meikle To Head Conti’s Irish Truck Tyre Sales

Continental Tyre Group has announced the appointment of Darren Meikle as truck sales manager based in Southern Ireland. According to the company, this new position has been created to provide customers with a dedicated account manager in their immediate area. Darren will be responsible for overseeing the requirements of dealers and fleets in the Republic of Ireland, working closely with colleague Noel McGrath who has responsibility for Northern Ireland and the ROI border counties.

Darren, 35, joins Continental with over 10 years experience in the transport industry originally working with Irish Shell (now Topaz Energy) within the Fuel Cards team and from there taking on responsibility as truck sales manager for Advance Pitstop.

2nd June 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

Bridgestone Wins Supplier Award

Every year PACCAR Inc., the parent company of truck manufacturer DAF, acknowledges suppliers meeting specific quality requirements with a “PACCAR 50PPM Quality Achievement Award”. The ‘50PPM’ refers to 50 parts per million, the maximum proportion of non-conforming parts PACCAR allows for from its suppliers, and Bridgestone has received a 50PPM Quality Achievement Award for its performance as a tyre supplier in Europe during 2009. This is the first time Bridgestone has received such an award from DAF’s parent company.

18th May 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

CTA Releases “Most Innovative Tyre Line”

North American markets are being introduced to what Continental Tire calls its “most innovative new tyre line to date”, the ProContact with EcoPlus Technology. Conti says the new tyre, which is aimed at the premium all-season segment, was developed to deliver improved fuel economy and treadwear, reduce CO2 emissions and “surpass” its competitors. The tyre maker states the ProContact with EcoPlus Technology delivers these benefits without sacrificing performance, especially wet braking.

17th May 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

Titan Tire Launches ‘Ultimate’ Skid Steer Tyre

Titan Tire Corporation has introduced the Ultimate tyre – this is the name given to its new range of skid tyres, products the US based manufacturer says have been designed to provide extra long life with up to twice the tread depth of conventional skid steer tyres.

8th April 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

Sprayer Applications Targeted by New Goodyear Agri tyre

North American agricultural machinery operators can now take advantage of a new Goodyear Farm Tires range specifically designed for high clearance, self-propelled sprayers. Known as the ‘Ultra Sprayer’, the tyre features tread bars engineered to carry heavy sprayer loads and a wider lug to promote longer wear characteristics as compared to conventional tractor tyres. These design features, says Goodyear Farm Tires parent company Titan Tire, also provide more stability and a better ride when travelling from field-to-field at road speeds up to 30 mph. A significant increase in lug surface area helps improve lug wear, Titan adds, while increases in lug bracing and surface area combine to deliver improved durability, even under heavier loads. This design is also said to offer superior traction in the field.

29th March 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

Bosal UK Appoints New Sales & Marketing Director

Exhaust system and towbar manufacturer Bosal has announced a senior appointment within the Automotive Division of its Preston-based UK operations. Peter Hayden, 46, has been appointed sales and marketing director. He joins Bosal UK on 6 April 2010, moving from his current position of commercial director at Valeo Service UK. In his new role, Hayden will be responsible for Bosal UK’s commercial functions including, sales, marketing and supply.

23rd March 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

Exide Commits to Continued Team Solberg WRC Sponsorship

Exide Technologies has announced the continued sponsorship of Henning Solberg in the World Rally Championship. The company’s Norwegian subsidiary has sponsored Solberg since 1993 and this sponsorship was broadened to include Exide’s entire European Transportation organisation several years ago. As part of the company’s sponsorship, Exide Technologies provides the with Exide batteries for its vehicles. Solberg and co-driver Cato Menkerud will again sport Exide logos on their uniforms and car.

5th March 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

Latest Titan Product Meets Unique Rice & Cane Needs

The specialised requirements of rice and cane farming are being addressed by the latest Goodyear Farm Tires product. Parent company Titan Tire Corporation reports its engineers have worked together with rice and cane farmers and with Bobby Henard Tire, a Titan and Goodyear brand dealer located in Brinkley, Arkansas in order to develop the new Goodyear Special Sure Grip TD-8 Radial R-2 480/80R50, a tyre it says allows rice and cane farmers to plant in 30-inch rows helping to maximise crop yields. In addition, Special Sure Grip is said to provide additional crop clearance and improved flotation in wet fields, and the extra lug bracing provides strength for the horsepower needed in rice and cane conditions.

1st March 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

Charity to Head Conti Americas Passenger & Light Truck Dealer Sales

During these tough times for the commercial vehicle tyre market, Continental Tire the Americas has turned to charity for help – Chris Charity, that is. The former Continental Tire Automotive Aftermarket national sales manager is taking on the role of national sales manager for the Passenger and Light Truck Tire Division’s Dealer Channel, a role in which he will be responsible for directing, managing, training and supervising the dealer field sales force. Charity will also manage and oversee the development of new business and the growth of existing accounts within the US. Charity replaces Tom Colelli who is retiring after 43 years of service with Continental Tire.

15th February 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

New National Sales Manager at Exide

Exide has appointed a new national sales manager. Effective February 8, this position rests in the hands of Heath Ghent, who, according to the battery supplier, brings with him a wealth of experience. Ghent’s previous roles include senior sales and marketing positions in a variety of companies, including Aggreko Ltd and Air Products PLC, servicing customers in a wide cross section of market sectors.

11th February 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

Conti Ups Ante in Grand-Am Racing

The Continental tyre brand will be all over Grand-Am Road Racing in 2010-11, as Continental Tire North America has signed the brand on as the official tyre of the Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car Series and as the official tyre of Watkins Glen International Raceway. The new commitments complement CTNA’s previously announced title sponsorship of the Grand-Am Continental Tire Sports Car Challenge.

2nd February 2010/by Tyrepress Editors

Avon Tyres Title Supporter for Two Regional Formula Ford 1600 Championships

Avon Tyres has put its name to two regional Formula Ford Championships for 2010; they will be known as the Avon Tyres Club Formula Ford Northern Championship and Avon Tyres Club Formula Ford Southern Championship. Having been the control tyre throughout Formula Ford 1600 racing for many years, the sponsorship of the two Club Championships, organised by the British Racing & Sports Car Club (BRSCC), was a natural progression for the brand: “Our tyres are synonymous with Formula Ford so we are delighted to support the marque’s leading entry level championship,” said Roger Everson, sales and marketing manager for the Avon Tyres Racing Division.

29th January 2010/by Tyrepress Editors