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Articlesby Wayne ParhamDecember 10, 2025

State of the Commercial Truck Tire Industry in 2025

As 2025 winds down and fleets prepare for 2026, what are the key trends in the commercial tire industry?

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A mechanic works on an engine with bold text reading “Predict & Prevent,” highlighting how predictive maintenance reduced downtime and caught issues before failures.
Articlesby Lauren FletcherDecember 9, 2025

Maintenance and Uptime Took Center Stage in 2025 [Part 3]

Fleets made uptime the priority in 2025, shifting to mobile repair, predictive maintenance, and tighter parts planning to stay ahead.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseDecember 4, 2025

Technician Survey: How Can the Industry Improve?

Technicians, students, and instructors are being asked to participate in the Voice of Technician Survey, which is designed to learn what is working, what is not, and how the industry can improve.

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ProductsDecember 2, 2025

JohnDow Industries Unveils Centralized Fluid Evacuation System

JohnDow Industries has launched its patented Centralized Fluid Evacuation System, an oil drain system engineered for high-volume, multi-bay operations.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseDecember 2, 2025

Safe Tread Alliance Introduces the Quarter Test for Tires

The Safe Tread Alliance calls for modern tire safety standards in the United States and urges drivers to use a quarter rather than a penny to check tread depth.

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Portrait of Chris Magana next to the Pep Boys and Work Truck logos, announcing his new role as senior vice president of commercial in a leadership update graphic.
Newsby Lauren FletcherNovember 21, 2025

Pep Boys Taps Industry Veteran to Strengthen Fleet-Focused Commercial Strategy

Pep Boys appoints Chris Magana as senior VP of commercial, bringing 30 years of automotive experience to strengthen service and support for fleet customers.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseNovember 20, 2025

Optronics Announces New CEO with Strategic Focus on Continued Innovation

Optronics’ longtime president and CEO, Brett Johnson, is retiring, and lighting industry veteran Mathew Jenkins will take over leadership of the company on Jan. 1.

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Photo of a vacuum device behind a car tire with inset logo for Continental and a round photo of two people looking at analytics chart.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseNovember 20, 2025

Continental Uses Vacuum Technology to Study Tire Wear Particles

Using vacuum technology to collect particles during tire testing, Continental is working to reduce tire wear, improve mileage, and contribute to improved sustainability.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseNovember 14, 2025

Applications Open for Grant Program Equipping Students with Propane Autogas Skills

PERC’s Propane Autogas Vehicle Inspection Grant Program helps enable schools to train students to inspect, service, and maintain propane autogas engine systems. Grant applications are now being accepted.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseNovember 14, 2025

Excel Truck Group Opens State-Of-The-Art Dealership in Ashland, Virginia

Excel Truck Group has opened a location in Ashland, Virginia, that features 36 service bays and a 23,000-square-foot parts warehouse.

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