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Staying Closer to Home

Canadians are approaching summer travel more locally and cautiously this year. As the summer driving season approaches, new research commissioned by the Tire and Rubber Association…

June 4, 2026

Ontario Scrap Tire Update: Real Solutions Needed

Stockpiles continue to grow as capacity crisis deepens. In February, we reported on a growing issue regarding the stockpiling of scrap tires in Ontario, due to…

June 4, 2026

Battle Damage and Blind Spots

Recently, I came across a story that truly stopped me in my tracks. It was one of those moments where you scroll past dozens of forgettable…

May 28, 2026

Better Communication, Better Collection

A new app aims to enhance trust and efficiency in scrap tire collection. In business, clear communication is key. And in the tire recycling sector, being…

May 15, 2026

Three auto mechanics standing together in a bright auto repair shop, collaborating and looking at a digital tablet held by a female mechanic.

Tire Shop Spring Preparation: Gear Up for the Busy Season

Spring is officially here, and the busy season has arrived. That means it’s time to shift into high gear and make sure your shop is fully…

May 6, 2026

A large group of smiling professionals, business partners, and Unimax management posing for a group photo inside the new high-ceilinged Stox warehouse in Ottawa, with bright green industrial tire racks and inventory visible in the background.

Grand Opening of the Stox Warehouse in Ottawa

The grand opening of the Stox warehouse in Ottawa took place on April 30th. Business partners, management members, clients, and suppliers came out in large numbers,…

May 6, 2026

A portrait of Jean Novak, President and Chief Executive Officer of Unimax , wearing glasses and a checkered blazer while leaning against a railing in front of a blue background.

Structural Investments for Tire Distributor Unimax

Tire distributor Unimax is investing in expanding its network capacity across Eastern Canada. Jean Novak, President and Chief Executive Officer of Unimax, has long been clear…

April 24, 2026

Close-up of a technician wearing blue overalls and protective gloves using a pneumatic impact wrench on a car wheel in a repair shop.

Rethinking the Technician Shortage

Independent shops can still win the hiring game, if they change the rule. For years, the automotive industry has sounded the alarm about a technician shortage.…

April 20, 2026

Redefining Performance: The New UHP Landscape

Modern UHP tires challenge outdated assumptions, delivering comfort, durability, and low noise alongside enhanced grip and handling. Once reserved for sports cars and performance junkies, UHP…

April 20, 2026

A close-up view of a person's hand attaching a compressed air hose to the valve stem of a car tire mounted on a silver alloy rim.

How to Maximize Every Kilometre

As tire season is in full swing, Nexen Tire America has shared several tips that tire and mechanical centre managers can pass on to their customers.…

April 14, 2026

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Editorial

Staying Closer to Home

Ontario Scrap Tire Update: Real Solutions Needed

Battle Damage and Blind Spots

Better Communication, Better Collection

Tire Shop Spring Preparation: Gear Up for the Busy Season

Grand Opening of the Stox Warehouse in Ottawa

Structural Investments for Tire Distributor Unimax

Rethinking the Technician Shortage

Redefining Performance: The New UHP Landscape

How to Maximize Every Kilometre

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