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The Proliferation of Tire Types and Sizes
Posted: Tuesday, September 25th
Understanding price increases in the tire industry –
Part 5In the fourth installment of this series, we discussed how
global auto sales have directly impacted the price of tires.
The demand for automobiles... Read More
Will the tariff on Chinese tires expire?
Posted: Friday, September 21st
In less than a week on
September 26, 2012 the tariff on Chinese tires is scheduled to
expire. In September of 2009, the Obama Administration
implemented a steep three-year tariff on imports of Chinese-made
tires. ... Read More
Tire Replacement on 4WD and AWD Vehicles
Posted: Wednesday, August 22nd
We
continually receive inquires related to four-wheel drive (4WD) and
all-wheel drive (AWD) tire replacement. A frequent question
is “Do I really need to replace all four tires on my
vehicle?" While... Read More
Key to Safe Teen Driving Huge Success in Rochester and Buffalo
Posted: Wednesday, August 8th
Thank you to
everyone in Rochester and Buffalo who participated in the
Key to Safe Teen Driving course. In conjunction
with the Mid-Ohio School, Kumho Tires and Key Bank, Dunn Tire was
enthusiastic about... Read More
Key to Safe Teen Driving program is free and available in Rochester and Buffalo
Posted: Monday, June 25th
The Official
tire of the Buffalo Bills, Kumho Tire, in conjunction with Key Bank
and Dunn Tire, have announced that the free
“Key to Safe Teen Driving” program is
returning to Buffalo, while adding... Read More
Summer Heat Hard On Auto Tires
Posted: Thursday, June 21st
This video segment is from St. Louis. This is very
timely tire information and worth watching:
... Read More
Impact of Global Auto Sales on Tire Pricing
Posted: Tuesday, June 12th
Understanding price increases in the tire industry –
Part 4In the third installment of this series, we discussed how US
tariffs on imports of Chinese-made tires has had a dramatic affect
on the price... Read More
The Importance of Tire Performance Ratings
Posted: Monday, May 21st
The performance rating (formerly called speed
rating) of a tire indicates the certified maximum sustained
speed at which the tire can perform under specified
conditions. Speed ratings were established... Read More
Dunn Tire raising money and awareness for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals
Posted: Wednesday, May 2nd
All 31 Dunn Tire retail locations across Central and
Western NY and Northern PA are participating in a fundraising
effort to raise money for the Children’s Miracle Network
Hospitals. The Children’s... Read More
Come Join the Mountain Goat Run in Syracuse
Posted: Wednesday, April 18th
Mountain Goat Run
We are proud to again sponsor the 34th Annual Dunn Tire
Mountain Goat Run on Sunday, May 6th in Syracuse.
This is definitely one of the greatest runs in New York State and a
fantastic... Read More
How Import Tariffs Impact Tire Pricing
Posted: Tuesday, April 3rd
In the second installment of this topic, we explored how
oil prices directly affect the price of tires. In
particular, we examined how global events can create fear of a
potential disruption in our supply... Read More
Time to change your winter tires
Posted: Wednesday, March 28th
If you still
have your winter tires on, now is a good time to
come in and switch to your all-season or summer tires. We are
not predicting there will be no more snow, but the chances of
severe winter... Read More
How Oil Prices Impact Tire Pricing
Posted: Friday, March 2nd
Understanding price increases in the tire industry –
Part 2In the first installment of this topic, we discussed how the
global rubber shortage has impacted the price
of tires. Specifically we explored... Read More
Understanding price increases in the tire industry – Part 1
Posted: Tuesday, February 14th
If you’ve
purchased tires recently, you know that prices have skyrocketed
compared to the last time you bought them. If you need to buy
tires, be prepared to experience sticker shock. Over the last... Read More
Consumer Alert. Motor Vehicle Safety Act TPMS Ruling
Posted: Thursday, January 5th
Consumer Alert – Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) as
related to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Motor
Vehicle Safety ActThe National Highway
Safety Administration (NHTSA)
through... Read More