Column: If You See a Chance Nov 19, 2009
My bank account has a different view which I m forced to recognize at dinner when I learn that the little one wants Santa to bring her a saddle, big sister wants a snowboard plus 13 other things, and the boy seems to think he ll be the owner of a tricked-out truck by then, used, so that all Santa has to put under the tree are four 35-inch tires and a lift kit. I work my Frye boots off under the table and conjure powder-sand. (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
Tour de Hunter comes to a close Nov 19, 2009
Dipping their tires in the Atlantic Ocean, Seoane said she felt dazed completing her trip. It was just amazing; we had so many people there and to finish and think back of what we d done, the love for Drew and the community around us, I couldn t stop smiling and my heart was racing, she said. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Get your auto maintenance in gear Nov 19, 2009
However, many people overlook the basics - like tires - which can quickly outlive their usefulness. In recent surveys, The Rubber Manufacturers Association reported that nearly two out of three drivers do not know how to tell if their tires are bald and only 9 percent of vehicles have four properly inflated tires ... In addition to the peace of mind that comes from having reliable tires, windshield wipers, brakes, suspension and steering systems, there are other benefits from proper car... (Fairfax Chronicle, VA)
Tires, wheels stolen Nov 19, 2009
Published: Thursday, November 19, 2009 2:14 AM EST A pick-up had all four tires and wheels stolen Monday while sitting near the CSX building on South Front Street. According to the Hudson Police Department, the thieves jacked up the truck, stole the tires and wheels and then put the vehicle back down on cinder blocks. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
How to Survive Holiday Travel Nov 19, 2009
Ice scrapers, snow chains for your tires and extra blankets ought to be among your provisions. Build in extra travel time to allow for holiday traffic, of course. (Fox News)
Lakers, Kobe eager for Gasols return Nov 19, 2009
So we're coming up on three years of leaving the engine running at a time when the world is checking the tread on his 31-year-old tires. It could make for an uncomfortable disagreement if Bryant chose to contrast his philosophy with Gasol's less aggressive approach to recovery. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Developing 'green' tires that boost mileage and cut carbon dioxide emissions Nov 19, 2009
A new generation of "green" automobile tires that can boost fuel efficiency without sacrificing safety and durability is rolling their way through the research pipeline. The new tires could help add an extra mile or two per gallon to a car's fuel economy ... Cior Editor Alexander Tullo explains that rolling resistance the friction that tires encounter when rolling are a major factor in a vehicle's fuel economy. (EurekAlert!)
Tips to help frugal motorists get the most from their vehicles Nov 19, 2009
Under inflated tires or poorly aligned wheels waste fuel by forcing the engine to work harder. Let the tires cool down before checking the air pressure ... Properly maintained tires will last longer, too. (South County Chronicle, VA)
Not so nice on ice Nov 19, 2009
" In X-Treme International Ice Racing (XiiR), which is sanctioned by the American Motorcycle Association, riders from the U.S., Canada, Scotland, and England compete on Speedway motorcycles and ATVs on an oval track of thick ice. The lightweight Speedways --just 180 pounds -- can zip from zero to 60 mph in three seconds flat. They operate on nitro-methane fuel, use tires with up to 1,600 studs, and have no brakes. Thanks to a four-stroke, four-valve engine, the Speedway engine can generate... (Erie Times-News, PA)
East Coast states totaling damage from nor'easter Nov 18, 2009
In Maryland, the storm pelted Assateague Island with nearly 2,000 tires from a man-made underwater tire reef. Volunteers on Wednesday will start clearing the tires that most likely came from a man-made reef off Ocean City, Md. (Anchorage Daily News)
An ol' Aggie learns new tricks Nov 18, 2009
Upon completion of the repair job on the tires I had bought just one week earlier, I was presented with a #2 gauge six-inch screw driver ... Mark informed me this was nothing, saying he had pulled wrenches, spark plugs and numerous other tools out of tires, all much more impressive than a screw driver ... According to Mark, tools wind up in tires all the time, but the Aggies never beat Tech in Lubbock. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
Madison County police blotter Nov 18, 2009
Damage: On Nov. 6, a Buford Carey Road, Danielsville, resident reported both front tires on her 2000 Ford Escort were slashed and the windshield was shattered. The woman thinks her 25-year-old ex-boyfriend may have caused the damage. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Operation Helps Ex-Offenders Find Work Nov 18, 2009
"They really like that we can bring somebody to them that we've really had a chance to kick the tires over four to five weeks, because over that period of time if you've got an issue, it's going to rise," Gay said. Jiffy Lube has hired six ex-offenders through Operation New Hope. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Drive safely this winter with expert cold-weather car care tips Nov 18, 2009
Tire pressures can fluctuate widely in the winter climate because the air inside the tires can go from very cold to very hot in a short amount of time, so Ramsden recommends that you take a few minutes to check your tire pressure each time you fill up at the gas station. Ramsden also suggests that tires more than three years old be replaced ... Checking the age of your tires is easy. (Fairfax Chronicle, VA)
Tire plant named Habitat of the Year Nov 18, 2009
The Nashville-based company joins previous winners including DOW Chemical Company; Pfizer, Inc.; and BP. Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations develops, manufactures and markets Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand tires. Most Read Stories. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
Ponzi scheme entangled Waipahu firm Nov 18, 2009
Mantria is a majority owner of Carbon Diversion, a 5-year-old company that adapted a University of Hawaii technology that uses a large cylindrical reactor to pressurize and heat tires, green waste and municipal solid waste to make a biochar that can be used to enhance soil or burn as a fuel. Mantria bought $2. (Pacific Business News, HI)
Brenham Police Department Nov 18, 2009
In all, 17 vehicles had a total of 28 tires slashed, resulting in approximately 4,000 worth of damage, police said. Police said a Brenham man surprised a burglar inside his home Monday, but the burglar fled with a laptop computer. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Thefts & Mischief Nov 18, 2009
Nov. 16, 1:35 p.m., someone slashed a vehicle s tires in the 62900 block of Pansy Road. Nov. 16, 4:21 p.m., criminal trespassing was reported near milepost 7 of Morgan Ridge Road. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Show Transcript: November 18 Nov 18, 2009
HENRY: And while they spoke of broad economic cooperation, Hu slapped at the U.S. for recently hitting Chinese tires and steel with new levies. PRESIDENT HU JINTAO, CHINA [TRANSLATED]: Our two countries need to oppose and reject protectionism and all its manifestations in an even stronger stand. (CNN -- US)
Obama, China focus on cooperation amid tensions Nov 18, 2009
Hu expressed disappointment with the Obama administration over its decision to impose punitive tariffs and duties on imports of Chinese tires and steel pipes. "Our two countries need to oppose and reject protectionism in all its manifestations in an even stronger stand," Hu said. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Teach a child duties early on Nov 18, 2009
"It probably starts with simple things like checking the air in the tires of your bicycle or adjusting the handlebars right," he says. "Keeping the bike clean. What's the tread look like on your tires?". (Honolulu Advertiser)
Obama's China Visit Yields Little Progress Nov 18, 2009
"We've always known the U.S. and the West as free-market economies. But now we're seeing a protectionist side," said Commerce Ministry spokesman Yao Jian, citing 10 separate trade actions, including those against steel pipes and auto tires, that Washington has taken against Beijing this year. Yao also criticized continuing U.S. restrictions on high-tech exports to China. (BusinessWeek)
Ruts-be-gone? Nov 18, 2009
The tires are chopped up and blended with paving material to create something known as "crumb rubber asphalt." ... Though the shredded tires have to be imported from Outside, they're a small component of the mix - about 2 percent ... Besides offering hope for more durable roads, it might someday help keep fewer tires from going to the Anchorage landfill. (Anchorage Daily News)
Alleged Car Burglars Ordered To Stand Trial Nov 17, 2009
"I hear some tires squealing.". Morris said the white truck started toward the exit but changed direction and was heading directly toward him at about 15-20 mph, prompting him to pull his service weapon. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Bruins’ Wideman a little down because his production is too Nov 17, 2009
5 million contract with the Islanders after the 2007-08 season (the Bruins kicked the tires on the ex-Canadien but opted to sign Michael Ryder to a three-year, $12 million deal), has since exploded into one of the NHL s premier defensemen. Last year, Streit scored 16 goals and 40 assists (29 power-play points) in 74 games, showcasing a laser of a slapper from the point. (Boston Globe)
Car with 2 flat tires leads Clovis police to 5 arrests Nov 17, 2009
A weaving car with two flat tires led to the arrest of five people Monday on suspicion of several vehicle burglaries, check forgery, grand theft auto and possession of methamphetamine, Clovis police said. About 3 a.m., an officer noticed a car weaving on northbound Armstrong Avenue near Gibson Avenue. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Little Elm police calls for Oct. 22 Oct. 28 compiled from information provided by the Little Elm Police Department. Nov 17, 2009
9:36 p.m. - Assist motorist with flat tires blocking roadway reported at 2800 block of Walker Ln. 9:49 p.m. - Runaway reported at 100 block of W. Eldorado Pkwy. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Westendorf Dual Changer Max Nov 17, 2009
Westendorf Manufacturing of Onawa, Iowa, introduces the Dual Changer Max, which allows larger dual tractor tires to be changed by one person in as little as five minutes with the smallest amount of physical exertion and no extra tools ... This updated design now supports dual tires up to 900 pounds. (Midwest Bulls Eye, NE)
POLICE REPORTS Oct. 28- Nov. 4 Nov 17, 2009
1:17 p.m. 3000 block Preston Road, victims tires cut. 1:25 p.m. 11000 block Promenade Road, FEDEX box stolen from porch. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Five Things the U.S. and China Actually Agree On Nov 17, 2009
After Obama imposed tariffs in September of up to 35% on Chinese-made tires to protect U.S. jobs due to a surge in Chinese imports, China retaliated in October with new levies on nylon imports. This month, the U.S. slapped duties of up to 99% on some Chinese-made steel pipes. (Time.com)
Winter driving conditions are here Nov 17, 2009
According to a brochure issued by ODOT, motorists should follow the instructions on signs posted in snow zone areas that let people know the requirements for traction tires or chains. Motorists must be carrying chairs or have traction tires on their vehicles, of the right size and of sufficient number to comply with minimum requirements. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Asian longhorn beetle Nov 17, 2009
Invasive species have traveled undetected in ship ballast, nursery plants, fruit crates, old tires, even in the wheel wells of airplanes. Globalization has introduced thousands of species that prey upon or out compete native species. (Weymouth News, MA)
Obama, Hu Show Cooperation, but Divisions Remain Nov 17, 2009
Hu put in a barb about recent U.S. levies on imports of Chinese-made tires and steel, calling for a stronger joint stand against protectionism. Obama reiterated that human rights were universal and need to be respected by all. (ABC News -- Business)
Misunderstanding What The Chinese Want Nov 17, 2009
To his credit, Obama imposed Section 421 surge tariffs on Chinese tires in September, the Commerce Department levied anti-subsidy duties on steel products in late October, and his administration filed a World Trade Organization case against China in June, but he has failed to take concerted action in a period of Beijing's increasingly mercantilist behavior. Obama's predecessor also failed to use America's enormous economic leverage on the Chinese, but George W. Bush did apply geopolitical... (CBS News)
Palo Alto High principal reflects on 'egg wars' Nov 17, 2009
In my high school, we used to let the air out of 2 or more tires of our teachers' car. There's a prank with no property damage. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Soul mate found through personal ad ended up being a 1951 Dodge Coronet Nov 16, 2009
I converted the clock to quartz to eliminate the ticking, but other than that, the car is stock with the original hubcaps, four wide whitewall tires and another in the trunk. Unfortunately, the mechanic who conducted my pre-purchase auto evaluation apparently didn't know what he was talking about, so the car required a bit of work to get it to its current fair state of reliability. (San Francisco Chronicle)
An ol' Aggie learns new tricks Nov 16, 2009
Upon completion of the repair job on the tires I had bought just one week earlier, I was presented with a #2 gauge six-inch screw driver ... Mark informed me this was nothing, saying he had pulled wrenches, spark plugs and numerous other tools out of tires, all much more impressive than a screw driver ... According to Mark, tools wind up in tires all the time, but the Aggies never beat Tech in Lubbock. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
China, U.S. sail in one boat amid global tides Nov 16, 2009
For instance, the trade spats between the two countries have recently flared up, with the U.S. government imposing anti-dumping duties on imports of poultry, tires and steel pipes from China. China criticized the measures as protectionist. (Xinhuanet, China)
Obama Says U.S. Trade With China Creates Jobs, Prosperity for Both Nations Nov 16, 2009
8 billion of automobile tires imported from China. A month later, the U.S. imposed duties of as much as 99 percent on Chinese steel pipe after American producers led by U.S. Steel Corp. complained that the imports were being dumped at below-market prices. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
Tiny bubbles clean oil from water Nov 16, 2009
The ozone was pressurized to 10 times atmospheric pressure, about 150 pounds per square inch, which compares with inflation pressures of about 100 PSI for Hong's bicycle and 35 to 40 PSI for many automobile tires. He found oily water was cleaned most effectively by pressurizing and depressurizing it with ozone gas 10 times, then filtering it through sand, then putting the water through 20 more pressurized ozone cycles, and then filtering it again through sand. (EurekAlert!)
Hopes for greater mobility Nov 16, 2009
Wish: Food, clothing, new tires and help with bills. Cost: $3,060. (Fresno Bee)
Brazilian McDonald's Wait For Argentine French Fries as Spat Hurts Peso Nov 16, 2009
Kirchners government added toys and shoes in subsequent years and Fernandezs administration, which took office in 2007, included textiles, tires and wood furniture products as the economy began to falter last year. Today, 354 goods require license applications, according to Argentinas. (Bloomberg -- Latin America)
South Side church to celebrate grand opening Nov 16, 2009
Gifts of $250 went to recipients ranging from an evangelical campus ministry to a family in need of new tires. More than half the money is going to a Presbyterian ministry in Chiapas, Mexico, where Hot Metal sends volunteers. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Remains May Be Tourists Missing 13 Years Nov 15, 2009
Egbert Rimkus, Georg Weber and Cornelia Meyer, three members of a party of German tourists who disappeared in Death Valley 13 years ago, their van found with three flat tires on a remote road with most of their possessions gone ... Three tires were shredded and one had come loose from the rim ... Even the damage the sharp rocks can do to tires is important to warn visitors of. (CBS News)
Tempe Town Lake thrives despite setbacks Nov 15, 2009
It would cost millions to build a lake in a river- bed filled with old tires and trash. "It was too grandiose to work," he said, recalling the proposal. (AZCentral -- News)
POLICE REPORTS Oct. 28- Nov. 4 Nov 15, 2009
1:17 p.m. 3000 block Preston Road, victims tires cut. 1:25 p.m. 11000 block Promenade Road, FEDEX box stolen from porch. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Green your car from top to tires Nov 15, 2009
Try looking at where the rubber meets the road: your tires. Admittedly, tires aren't the sexiest things, but recent technological advances have made them easier on the planet ... "Essentially, the Super E-spec blends renewable natural rubber with the orange oil extracted from peels at juicing plants. This combo makes the tire 80 percent petroleum free, which is great for the environment. "Folks can also save cash at the gas pump because the orange oil tires are lighter and more fuel efficient. (South County Chronicle, VA)
State requires clean up of Lava Drive properties Nov 15, 2009
On the land deeded to Baca and Monta;o are many a falling building, couches, many tires, rumble from another building torn down elsewhere, piles of clothes and much more ... He did note that the tires would have to be disposed of properly ... McBride estimates there are more than 100 tires on the site. (Grants Cibola County Beacon, NM)
Want A-Rod's House? Try 'eBay for Billionaires' Nov 15, 2009
"I never buy anything without having a look at it and kicking the tires," says Ruffin, who owns the Treasure Island casino on the Las Vegas Strip, jets around in his tricked-out $85 million Boeing 737, and has twice won the annual Forbes billionaire poker tournament. "Half the fun of buying a big item is negotiating with the owner.". (ABC News -- Business)
Winter driving conditions are here Nov 15, 2009
According to a brochure issued by ODOT, motorists should follow the instructions on signs posted in snow zone areas that let people know the requirements for traction tires or chains. Motorists must be carrying chairs or have traction tires on their vehicles, of the right size and of sufficient number to comply with minimum requirements. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Police & Fire Nov 15, 2009
Police & Fire - Juneau Empire. Web search powered by YAHOO. (Juneau Empire)
See here - A clean, well-kept windshield is key to winter driving safety Nov 15, 2009
Just as you make sure your vehicle's engine and tires are ready for winter roads, you need to care for your windshield as well. After all, the best tires and engine are useless if you can't see well enough to drive ... Even the most cautious driver can be on the receiving end of a stone thrown into the air by the tires of another vehicle. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
GM: 37 pct of US Saab dealerships to close Nov 15, 2009
Goodyear is raising the price of tires sold in North America by 6 percent to offset higher raw material costs, the world's largest tire maker said Thursday ... The price increase affects all its consumer replacement tires ... The increase will be felt by the company's dealers and distributors, who buy tires directly from Goodyear. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Celebrity surrogate tale a juicy tabloid yarn Nov 15, 2009
It included: longtime Noble County sheriff Landon Smith, who resigned in May amid charges of nepotism and conflict of interest; and Special Agent James Sirbaugh, of Wheeling, from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, who was charged with brandishing weapons and slashing his wife's tires in a domestic standoff that led to several homes being evacuated and attracted more than a dozen police units in August. The Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation has... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Business damaged in Harborcreek fire Nov 15, 2009
He said he believes, based on where firefighters told him the fire originated, that it might have started in an electrical panel and then spread to nearby tires and paper business records. He could not estimate a cost for the loss but said that along with the building, car and motorcycle -- both of which were owned by the business -- expensive service and detailing equipment had been lost in the blaze. (Erie Times-News, PA)
ATVs have no place Nov 15, 2009
Responsible Adult wrote on Nov 14, 2009 11:15 AM:" Robert is right! An ATV is defined by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) as a vehicle that travels on low pressure tires, with a seat that is straddled by the operator, along with handlebars for steering control. The key word is that an ATV is a vehicle. Kids should not be riding these alone without adult supervision. However, our Alaskan "freedom" allows parents to turn the babysitting duty over to a motorized vehicle where... (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Burning ban confuses residents Nov 14, 2009
He said the resident had dug a big hole with a tractor and was not only burning brush but tires, batteries and even a refrigerator. containing freon. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Westendorf Dual Changer Max Nov 14, 2009
Westendorf Manufacturing of Onawa, Iowa, introduces the Dual Changer Max, which allows larger dual tractor tires to be changed by one person in as little as five minutes with the smallest amount of physical exertion and no extra tools ... This updated design now supports dual tires up to 900 pounds. (Midwest Bulls Eye, NE)
Winter is coming, is your vehicle ready? Nov 14, 2009
Worn tires will be of little use in winter weather. Examine tires for remaining tread life, uneven wearing and cupping; check the sidewalls for cuts and nicks ... Let the tires "cool down" before checking the pressure. (Fairfax Chronicle, VA)
Heavy snow storms in China kill 40 Nov 14, 2009
Snow tires and chains are almost unknown and many drivers simply leave their cars at home and turn to public transport in such conditions. Click for related content. (MSNBC -- International)
Desert bones linked to German tourists Nov 14, 2009
Three tires were shredded and one had come loose from the rim. Searchers found a beer bottle a quarter-mile away that appeared to have come from a package found in the van. (MSNBC -- International)
Chinese leader rejects protectionism Nov 14, 2009
In September, the U.S. placed tariffs on Chinese-made automobile tires; China responded by cutting off imports of auto parts and poultry parts, including chicken feet, a delicacy in China. Video: The state of global trade. (CNN -- International)
CHAT TRANSCRIPT: James Healey answers yor questions Nov 14, 2009
I do realize that tires play a major role in ride comfort and I long ago replaced my performance tires with all seasons ... And, as you say, tires make a big difference ... In some cases, awd models are viewed as the high-performance versions, so they get both a stiffer suspension and rougher-riding tires. (USA Today -- Money)
Delray Beach police officer charged with assaulting wife Nov 14, 2009
When she tried to leave, Philias let the air our of her vehicle's tires and tampered with the engine. As the argument escalated, Philias placed her in a choke hold. (The Palm Beach Post)
Youths See All Parental Control Negatively When There's A Lot Of It Nov 14, 2009
Ergonomists found that when replacing a vehicle's tires, the two newest tires should be placed in the rear in order to avoid oversteer and. . (Science Daily)
