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- Rising Oil Prices Threaten Automaker Sales and Guidance - Iran War Risks Canceling Formula 1 Races - China Allocates Billions for New Auto Trade-In Program - European Automakers Seek More Relief from Emission Rules - Ford February Sales Drop as Model Lineup Shifts - Carvana Shares Up Despite Year to Date Decline - Chrysler CEO Change Raises Questions About Brand Future - BYD Unveils Ultra-Fast Five Minute EV Charging - U.S. EV Charging Stations Expand Despite Sales Slump - Bridgestone Measures Environmental Impact of Tires

- Rising Oil Prices Threaten Automaker Sales and Guidance - Iran War Risks Canceling Formula 1 Races - China Allocates Billions for New Auto Trade-In Program - European Automakers Seek More Relief from Emission Rules - Ford February Sales Drop as Model Lineup Shifts - Carvana Shares Up Despite Year to Date Decline - Chrysler CEO Change Raises Questions About Brand Future - BYD Unveils Ultra-Fast Five Minute EV Charging - U.S. EV Charging Stations Expand Despite Sales Slump - Bridgestone Measures Environmental Impact of Tires

Two start-ups a couple of years apart became the inspiration for each other to get better and better and better. Dave Young: Welcome to the Empire Builders Podcast, teaching business owners the not-so-secret techniques that took famous businesses from Mom-and-Pop to major brands. Stephen Semple is a marketing consultant, story collector and storyteller. I’m Steven’s sidekick and business partner, Dave Young. Before we get into today’s episode, a word from our sponsor, which is, well, it’s us. But we’re highlighting ads we’ve written and produced for our clients, so here’s one of those. [AirVantage Heating & Cooling Ad] Dave Young: Welcome back to the … Wait, what? Gosh, you told me the title, and I have some thoughts, and I forgot the name of the podcast there for a second. Welcome back to the Empire Builders Podcast. Stephen Semple: We’re doing two together here, Dave, Firestone and Goodyear. Dave Young: Stephen Semple’s over there. I’m Dave Young. And this morning we’re talking about Goodyear and Firestone, both? Stephen Semple: Yes, together. Dave Young: Because it’s kind of one thing now, right? Stephen Semple: No, they are separate. Dave Young: Was it? Stephen Semple: They’re separate. Dave Young: No, they’re separate. Stephen Semple: The story is so intertwined between the two of them. I couldn’t figure out a way to break it. But it’s almost kind of like when we did Hertz Avis, like they’re so interlinked. Dave Young: Yeah, yeah, yeah. Stephen Semple: Yeah. So we’re doing it as a single podcast, the two of them. Dave Young: All right. Where do we start? Stephen Semple: Well, what’s interesting is they were both started within two years of each other, both in Akron, Ohio. So Goodyear was founded on August 28th, 1898 in Akron, Ohio by Frank Seiberling. And today they’re the third-largest tire maker in the world with about 18 billion in sales. And Firestone was founded in August, two years later by Harvey Firestone in Akron, Ohio. And in 1988, Firestone was purchased by Bridgestone for $2.6 billion. Dave Young: That’s the one. That’s the one I was [inaudible 00:02:51] yeah. Stephen Semple: Yeah, and Bridgestone today is number two behind Michelin with Goodyear being number three. So both really, really big, really big companies. Dave Young: And in 18 when? Stephen Semple: So 1898 was Goodyear, and 1900 was Firestone. Dave Young: And this is before, this is before mass production of automobiles. Stephen Semple: Yes. Yes. Because if you go back to Episode 35 where we talk about Ford, 1908 is the Model T. So it’s pre-model T. Dave Young: Yeah. So which came first, the tire or the car? Stephen Semple: Well, because there were tires on carriages. Dave Young: No, that’s true. All right. Stephen Semple: And today Michelin is the largest in the world. So if you want to learn about Michelin, go back to Episode 27, because it’s also really interesting how Michelin grew their business. But so we’re dealing with Goodyear and Firestone. Dave Young: All right. So Goodyear- Stephen Semple: And if you think about it, you’re right. Most of the transportation at this time when these companies started were either horse-and-carriage or bicycles. That’s what basically people were using. And Harvey Firestone, he grew up on a farm and went to a business school and was a carriage salesman in Detroit. And at this time, the use of natural rubber is expanding due to vulcanization being created. Because before vulcanization, natural rubber was not very durable. It would crack and all these other things. And carriage wheels were basically a wood wheel with a metal rim around it, no give, a hard ride. Dave Young: Right. Yeah, yeah. I mean, even a rim made of rubber would be better than a rim made of steel. Stephen Semple: Right. So basically he’s a carriage salesman. What he realizes is that what we should do is we should put rubber, instead of steel around the wheel, and that would make a smoother ride. So he leaves Detroit, moves to Akron, Ohio, because Akron, Ohio at the time is the center of the rubber industry. Dave Young: Okay. Why is that? Stephen Semple: I think it had to do with just the fact there was a couple of companies that sprung up in the area. There was the resources in terms of water and a few things along that lines. Dave Young: And the rubber barons came in [inaudible 00:04:56]. Stephen Semple: But there was a lot of that that was happening with … Look, you see it in technology. A couple of companies happen and then … Dave Young: Yeah, there’s this- Stephen Semple: It attracts the talent, it attracts the people, it attracts the investment. Dave Young: There’s this synergy that happens. It was before the word existed. Stephen Semple: Yeah, basically. So he creates and starts selling a wagon wheel that has a solid rubber tire. And so he’s doing these solid tires, and he starts seeing the market shifting to a pneumatic tire. So a tire with a tube in it. Dave Young: With the air inside it. Yeah. Stephen Semple: And he’s also starting to see car sales increasing so he decides to do that. Because even though it’s a niche, he’s seeing it as growing, and he didn’t really get great traction on the wagon tire. But the first pneumatic auto tire is this thing called a Clincher. The tire is attached to the rim by these metal hooks, but these metal hooks can kind of become a bit of a problem. They can tear the tire, things along that lines. So he decides to make, Firestone decides to make a superior car tire, and he creates this new rim and tire system that’s basically better than the Clincher tire. But the problem, at this point, is the rim is part of the car. Basically, it’s hard to change all that. So who’s willing to- Dave Young: Every car has a different one and … Yeah. Stephen Semple: Right. So what he does is, is he approaches Henry Ford because he hears the Model T is coming out, and Firestone undercuts the Clincher to get a foothold in the industry. He says, “Look, I’m just going to come in with a really cheap price. That’s how I’m going to get into there.” And he gets an order for 2,000 units, $110,000 order, and he’s basically betting everything on the ability to deliver on this order. Okay? Dave Young: Wow. Okay. Stephen Semple: Now, enter Goodyear, a little bit of Goodyear history. So I mentioned Goodyear was founded by Frank Seiberling, and Frank had tried several businesses with no success, but he saw the rubber industry as an area for growth. Younger brother joins, and they need a name, and what the inventor of vulcanized rubber was Charles Goodyear. So they decided to call the tire company Goodyear after Charles Goodyear. Dave Young: Just associate yourself with that. Yeah. Stephen Semple: Yeah. Now- Dave Young: Did Charles, was he in on it, or did they just named it after? Stephen Semple: They just named it Goodyear. Dave Young: Okay. You can do that, huh? Stephen Semple: I guess. They were able to. Dave Young: All right. Stephen Semple: So they’re buried in debt, things aren’t going so great, but what they wanted to do is the big growth around this time was bicycles. So they create a vision to create a new type of tire for the bicycle, because it’s a huge craze at the turn of the century, turn of a couple of centuries ago. So there’s like 300 manufacturers of bicycles in the United States, including the Wright Brothers. Dave Young: Right. Yeah. Stephen Semple: But again, they were solid tires. And what these guys created was a pneumatic tire, what Goodyear has created was a pneumatic tire for bicycles because it’s way more comfortable than a solid tire, right? Dave Young: Way more comfortable. Yeah. Stephen Semple: Yeah. So they’re all in and this has to work, but here’s the problem. Bicycle sales stop because, essentially, everyone who wants one has one. So bicycle sales kind of collapsed. And so they’re struggling here, and what they decide to do is they look at the auto business, and they go, “Hey, the auto business is going over there, and we could create a better tire than a Clincher.” Dave Young: Yeah. [inaudible 00:08:24] Stephen Semple: Great. And so who do they decide to approach? They decide to approach Henry Ford because they hear about this Model T coming out. But Ford has already done a deal with Firestone, right? But Goodyear says, “We got an advantage. Here’s the problem. Their tire, the Goodyear tire, Clincher tires will also work on a Goodyear rim. Clincher tires will not work on a Firestone rim.” And here’s what Goodyear says to Ford, says, “You got a problem. Because if somebody needs a new tire, not everywhere had access to Firestone tires, but everybody has access to Clincher tires. So, therefore, our solution is better.” So basically, Ford cancels the deal with Firestone and goes with Goodyear. Dave Young: Oh, no. Stephen Semple: And basically says to Firestone, “I need you to make Clincher tires, which has almost no money in it for Firestone because they got to pay a licensing deal with Clincher. Isn’t it interesting in all of this, Clincher clearly didn’t innovate because we’ve never heard of Clincher before this moment? Dave Young: Oh, right. Yeah. I mean, terrible name, but- Stephen Semple: Clearly didn’t innovate. Dave Young: Right, didn’t figure out that we don’t need these metal things. Stephen Semple: Because they’re clearly the leader at the time, and we don’t hear them any longer. Dave Young: Yeah, yeah. So they had a lead in the market, but … Stephen Semple: So 1908 comes out, the Model T comes out. It’s Goodyear tires on the Model T, Episode 35, go back and learn about the Model T, and Goodyear takes out ads that Goodyear tire is better. By 1909, all GM cars are Goodyear tires. By 1910, Goodyear is doing like four million in sales, which is like 30 million today. Firestone is not done. Dave Young: Yeah. Stephen Semple: So back to Firestone, they see these Goodyear ads, and they figure we’ve got to get a competitive advantage over Goodyear. We’re going to go back to 1908, go back a couple years. The auto industry, tire industry is exploding. The streets are getting clogged with cars, lots of dust, no rules, chaos, and tires are completely smooth. There’s no tread. Dave Young: Okay. Yeah. That’s … Stephen Semple: And they’ve been all sorts of thing people are putting rivets in, metal, all this other stuff to try to create some sort of traction on these tires, right? Especially as the speed of the cars are getting faster. And what Firestone did, they did a lot of research to make traction. And what they discover is let’s do raised sections. Let’s put treads on the tire. Dave Young: Right. Okay. Well, I mean, there you go. Stephen Semple: Works way better. And what they decide to do, they call it the Firestone Non-skid- Dave Young: Stay tuned, and we’re going to wrap up this story and tell you how to apply this lesson to your business right after this. [Using Stories To Sell Ad] Dave Young: Let’s pick up our story where we left off and, trust me, you haven’t missed a thing. Stephen Semple: And what they decide to do, they call it the Firestone Non-skid, and they put that as the pattern on the tread. So if you look down onto a muddy road, what you would read is Firestone Non-skid. Isn’t that awesome? Dave Young: That’s so smart. I love that. Stephen Semple: So basically the ad is on the ground. They sell- Dave Young: Yeah, because it’s written in the mud. It’s written in the snow. Stephen Semple: It’s written in the mud, written in the snow, written on the ground, right? So they sell like 40,000 units in the first year. And now Goodyear starts to feel the pressure from Firestone on the non-skid tire. So they’re like, okay, what are we going to do here? So what Goodyear comes out with is a diamond pattern because it actually has better grip than letters. And at the same time, it’s still unique because they’re the only ones that have a diamond pattern. And they market it as, and I thought this … You know how we always love this whole idea of attaching the familiar to the unfamiliar? They market it as the first all-weather tire. Dave Young: All weather. Yeah. Stephen Semple: Right? Goodyear then, who was ahead of Firestone with this tire, and at this time, all the tire manufacturers are targeting the manufacturers. They’re trying to get in with the manufacturers. Dave Young: Yeah, yeah. Stephen Semple: And it’s 1910. Firestone’s doing three million in sales compared to Goodyear’s four million. But what about consumers and replacement? What would make their lives better? This is the question Firestone starts to ask because it was really hard to change the tire at that time because early tires were attached to the rim, and the rims were permanently attached to the axle. So you couldn’t just remove the wheel and replace it with another wheel. What Firestone creates is a rim called a demountable rim. It’s this novel idea that you could just take the rim off. Dave Young: Wow. Okay. That’s great. Stephen Semple: And risk of tire failure was high. So guess what this created? The whole idea of a spare, and now anyone can change a tire- Dave Young: Nice, yeah. Stephen Semple: … because you’ve got an extra tire. You could just take the rim off, put the new rim on, and you’re all good to go. And this gets so popular that car companies are now creating ways to carry a spare, a rim and a pump, because now anyone can change tire by themselves. By the end of the decade, all Model Ts have a spare. And guess what? Imitators, including Goodyear, jump onto this idea. It’s 1916. Dave Young: Sure. Stephen Semple: Firestone’s selling $44 million. Goodyear is 100 million and now the largest company in the world. So Firestone is still trailing Goodyear. World War I happens. April 1917, this huge mobilization campaign happens. Goodyear and Firestone have to pivot to wartime production. Firestone’s doing rubber boots and all these other things. Goodyear has been pulled into this top secret plan. They’re going to create an aircraft called a blimp. Dave Young: The blimp? Ooh, okay. Stephen Semple: And you know what’s funny? I always wondered, why does Goodyear have a blimp? Because Goodyear was involved in the crating of the blimp. Isn’t that cool? Dave Young: Right. Yeah, that’s good to know. Stephen Semple: So they’re both making lots of money. The blimp is the Goodyear blimp. We now still see it at football games and all this other stuff, right? And Goodyear’s expanding like crazy because of the war effort, and November 11th, 1918, the war suddenly ends. The war ending in World War I hurt a lot of businesses like Indian motorcycles, Goodyear, because what a lot of people don’t realize, unless you look back into history, that the war ended really abruptly. So much so that even the Allies, if you go back and read the history about World War I, we’re unsure whether to accept the surrender of Germany. No battle in World War I happened on German soil. It all happened in France. And how World War I ended is Germany basically did this one final assault where they threw everything at it and was basically it didn’t work, and they surrendered. And everyone was like, “What do you mean the war’s over?” But the problem is Goodyear thought the war was going to continue for a while longer and had a lot of debt and had done lots of expansion and were in serious trouble. In 1921, Goodyear had 85 million in debt. And so they had to bring in somebody to help refinance the business and part of the refinancing included Frank and his brother being removed from running the business. So in May 13th, 1921, they both resigned, the businesses gone to others. Firestone, they still remain involved with the business. By the 1920s, cars are going faster, and Firestone does one more really big innovation. And that’s the balloon tire, which is a wider, bigger tire, flatter tire, lower pressure, smoother ride. Six months, they sell 25,000 tires a week, and that’s really the precursor to the modern tire. Dave Young: The radial-type tire. Stephen Semple: Yeah. Dave Young: Yeah. That’s really cool. Yeah, war does weird things. I mean, in addition to blowing things up. Stephen Semple: Yeah, it does weird things. But the thing is, when I looked at Firestone and Goodyear, to me, what was really interesting was there’s no way you could kind of talk about one without the other because it really is a story of innovation, innovation, innovation. Dave Young: It really is a case of your competition makes you better, right? Because it went back and forth with both of them. Stephen Semple: It did go back and forth with both of them. Dave Young: Right? And the one that lost out was Clinker because they thought they didn’t need to innovate. Stephen Semple: Right. Right. They were the one that’s been lost to history as these two … Because they had, they were the market leader, and then these two coming along out-innovating each other, totally, like I had never even heard of them as a tire company. Lost to history. Dave Young: Me, neither. Stephen Semple: Yeah. Clincher. Dave Young: Clincher. It sounds medical. It’s such a cool story. I have one experience with Goodyear to tell you about. Stephen Semple: Sure. Dave Young: Back 2020 or so. Gosh, has it been that long? Really has. 20 years ago or so, I was in the motor press guild, automotive journalist, and auto manufacturers and tire manufacturers would take journalists on these trips, these junkets. And I got to go on one for Goodyear. They flew us down to Dallas and then flew us out to San Angelo on Mark Cuban’s 757. San Angelo, Texas is where the Goodyear proving ground is. So they have one of these big 10-acre, five-acre lakes that’s only a quarter of an inch deep or half in it. They can control it. It’s just a giant bed of asphalt that they can control the depth of the water. So we got to drive … We probably compared Goodyear to Firestone tires. Stephen Semple: Probably. Dave Young: You drive this pickup on a slalom course on the water with the new Goodyear tire, and then drive it with the competitor’s tire. It’s like, oh boy, the difference. But it was a fun trip. I also got to drive that same day out on the Goodyear proving grounds. They had one of those mining haul trucks. Stephen Semple: Oh, wow. Yep. Dave Young: Right. The three-story tall mining haul truck, and I got to drive that thing. Stephen Semple: I was going to say, did you get to do a 180 on it? Did you get it to do a 360? Dave Young: No, they didn’t let us drive that out onto the wet track, but that was fun. I mean, there’s a big tire. I think at the time, that tire weighed 20,000 pounds and cost $20,000. That’s what I remember about it. Stephen Semple: And it’s interesting when you think about tires because tread pattern and rubber compound and things like that are all the things that really impact performance. And yet the world’s largest manufacturer of tires became famous with an ad where they put a baby in the tire along with the slogan, So Much Rides on Your Tires, right? Dave Young: Yeah, yeah. Stephen Semple: But coming back to one of the ones I love with the whole Firestone thing was putting the name in the tread pattern. I thought that was just … Dave Young: Yeah, I think it’s great. It’s really smart and innovative from an advertising point of view, but as Goodyear proved, easy to knock down. It’s like, well, obviously a proper tread pattern- Stephen Semple: Is better? Dave Young: … is better than the word Firestone for keeping your car on the road. But- Stephen Semple: But again, it was so interesting because Firestone then, or sorry, Goodyear then even recognized by the diamond pattern, they still became unique because they were the first one with the diamond pattern. So it was this very interesting back and forth between these two companies. Dave Young: They were like the cartoon, the sheepdog and the coyote. They’d clock in and fight all day, and then clock out. And I would guess that the Goodyear and the Firestone, there were probably people going back and forth between one company and the other. They probably had the top secret. We hate each other, but the investors, whole different story. Stephen Semple: Well, it was funny. There was one thing I read about where basically if you were in the Firestone offices or foundry or whatever, you were not allowed to say the word Goodyear. And when you were in the Goodyear one, you were not allowed to say the word Firestone. Like it would’ve really been a massive rivalry when you consider the two companies, like how remarkable is this that two companies found within two years of each other, like almost exactly two years of each other in the same city- Dave Young: And then live in the same city. Stephen Semple: … went on to become number two and number three in the tire business. The one that became number one- Dave Young: Kellogg’s and Post. Stephen Semple: … was across the pond in Europe, right? Completely separated from this battle. Dave Young: Yeah. Yeah. Well, thank you for this tiring story. Stephen Semple: You had to go there, didn’t you? Dave Young: Oh, gosh, I shouldn’t have done that, but I did. I did do it. I’m looking forward to the next episode of the Empire Builders Podcast, Stephen. Stephen Semple: All right. Dave Young: Thank you. Stephen Semple: Okay. Thanks, David. Dave Young: Thanks for listening to the podcast. Please share us, subscribe on your favorite podcast app and leave us a big, fat, juicy five-star rating and review at Apple Podcasts. And if you’d like to schedule your own 90-minute Empire Building session, you can do it at empirebuildingprogram.com.

Matt Adams is LIVE from the PGA Show in Orlando, FL. It's a packed house for the world's largest gathering for the golf industry, with professionals showing off the latest and most innovative equipment, gear, and apparel from brands like Bridgestone, Cobra, Titleist, Ben Hogan Golf, and more!

Off Course is back this week with a fantastic show and this is episode 285. Hosted by Dan Edwards, each Friday he gives you a deep look into the world of golf and equipment in a way unlike any other podcast has done before. Today, Adam Rehberg from Bridgestone Golf joins the show from a unique setting to discuss the new Bridgestone Tour B golf balls and an important new material. It wouldn't be Off Course without some tangents, but Dan and Adam dive into many topics including the performance and durability of cover material and what exactly is VeloSurge in a fun deep dive. This show has a lot going on and is one you will not want to miss as Adam from Bridgestone goes Off Course. Episode 285 is here and Dan and Adam discuss the following topics and a whole lot more. Introducing an Important New Material into Bridgestone Tour BPerformance and Durability of Cover MaterialImmediate Tour Success and Adoption of the New BallThe VeloSurge Deep Dive You NeededAnd so much more You can listen to the show right here, Apple Podcasts or anywhere you do your listening and downloading from, including Spotify and more. Search for the Hackers Paradise and make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode. After listening, come back over here and drop us a note below on what you agree and/or disagree with from the episode. If you get a chance, drop us a review wherever you listen from and let others know what you think of the show and/or channel. Off course is now available in video form as well. Tune into the THPGolf YouTube Channel, jump into the latest episode’s video and watch the interaction between Dan and his guests each week rather than just listen. THPGolf · Off Course – Bridgestone Tour B and New Material Go to discussion... document.write("Loading Custom Ratings..."); The post Off Course – Bridgestone Tour B and New Material appeared first on The Hackers Paradise.

 Scott Burgmeyer and Tammy Rodgers,  are the Founders and CEO of BecomeMore Group,  Scott isn't your typical business coach - over the past 30 years, he has transformed and optimized hundreds of companies across the U.S., including Google, Procter & Gamble, and Bridgestone.He's known for tackling the toughest organizational challenges: reversing decades-long declines, resolving complex succession disputes, boosting employee retention, and helping organizations unlock their full potential. His clients love working with him - he retains 95% of them.• PhD in Organizational Development and Leadership from the University of Arizona• Master's degree in Business Administration, Organizational Leadership from Ashford University• Recipient of the Iowa Recognition of Performance Excellence seven times• Won the Bridgestone CEO awardTammy Rodgers, Co Founder and Co-CEO

Host Jeremy C. Park interviews Neki Catron, Corporate Global Community Engagement, Inclusion and Diversity leader with Sylvamo and Chair of the Corporate Social Purpose Network with Volunteer Tennessee, who highlights Sylvamo's global operations and its commitment to corporate social responsibility, then spotlights the Corporate Social Purpose Network's role in coordinating private sector engagement across Tennessee.During the interview, Neki highlights Sylvamo and discusses her background and role at the global company. Known as the "World's Paper Company," Sylvamo is based in Memphis, Tennessee with operations across the United States, Brazil, and Europe. She then highlights the importance of the Corporate Social Purpose Network with Volunteer Tennessee for coordinating private sector engagement and addressing local and statewide needs, mentioning collaborations and partnerships with other organizations in the network like Bridgestone, Dollar General, and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee. She emphasizes the network's role in facilitating learning, coordination, and alignment among diverse organizations to address community needs effectively.The Corporate Social Purpose Network, led by Volunteer Tennessee, was established in 2024 to connect corporate leaders in CSR and sustainability across Tennessee. The network aims to drive positive transformation by convening companies to share resources, information, and best practices in areas like peer-to-peer sharing, community engagement, philanthropy, volunteerism, and sustainability. Jeremy highlights the potential for companies to strategically engage their employees in community service, noting the significant impact of mobilizing large workforces compared to individual volunteer recruitment.Neki discusses the Corporate Social Purpose Network's activities in Tennessee, highlighting their work since 2025 in listening to CSR professionals and hosting events across the state. She explains their upcoming events in 2026, including Purpose Exchange programs and the 2026 Tennessee Conference on Volunteerism and Service-Learning on March 9. Neki emphasizes that businesses can join the network for free, with opportunities for sponsorship at events, and encourages leaders to participate in their mission to strengthen community engagement and collaboration across Tennessee.Visit www.VolunteerTennessee.net or https://www.tn.gov/volunteer-tennesse... to learn more about the Corporate Social Purpose Network with Volunteer Tennessee. Visit https://www.sylvamo.com/us/en/ to learn more about Sylvamo.

Zu Beginn von Episode #114 des Podcasts von Automotive Insights blicken wir auf den ersten Sommerreifentest der Saison: Der Auto Club Europa (ACE) hat zehn Profile in der Dimension 225/40 R18 XL untersucht, liefert damit allerdings nur einen überschaubaren Erkenntnisgewinn – alle Reifen sind mindestens „empfehlenswert”. Wir ordnen den Test und auch seine Resultate in dieser Folge ein, bevor Kay seine Eindrücke von der First-Stop-Partnertagung im Magdeburg schildert. Dort zeigten sich die Verantwortlichen gewohnt dialog-orientiert und informierten unter anderem über die vom Hersteller ZC Rubber produzierte Lkw-Reifen-Marke Arisun, die künftig das Budget-Portfolio der Handelspartner im Commercial Segment ergänzt.

Valentino Rossi, "The Doctor", es indiscutiblemente el piloto más carismático e influyente de la historia del motociclismo. Su leyenda se ha cimentado sobre victorias épicas, celebraciones icónicas y un color amarillo que inundó las gradas de todo el mundo. Sin embargo, detrás de esa fachada de simpatía inagotable, se escondía uno de los competidores más feroces y calculadores que han pisado un circuito, un manipulador de la psicología y, si es necesario, un depredador implacable. El ascenso de Rossi en la categoría de 500 estuvo marcado por su rivalidad con Max Biaggi. Valentino entendió muy temprano que para reinar necesitaba un antagonista. No se limitó a competir contra Biaggi; buscó polarizar a la afición y desestabilizar emocionalmente a su rival. El Gran Premio de Suzuka en 2001 fue el punto de no retorno. Tras un incidente donde Biaggi le sacó el codo en plena recta, Rossi respondió con un adelantamiento por fuera y una peineta en plena curva, soltando el manillar a máxima velocidad. Aquel gesto no fue un simple arrebato; fue una declaración de superioridad absoluta. Luego llegó el altercado físico en las escaleras del podio de Montmeló. Pero para entonces, Rossi ya había ganado la batalla mediática: Biaggi estaba desquiciado, y Valentino era intocable. Uno de los movimientos más fríos y brillantes de Rossi no ocurrió en una pista, sino en un despacho. En la transición de 2003 a 2004, cuando decidió abandonar Honda para fichar por Yamaha, Rossi ejecutó una operación quirúrgica de ingeniería humana. Sabía que Honda tenía la mejor moto, la RC211V, y para vencerla necesitaba dejarla "sin cerebro". No se fue solo. Exigió que todo su núcleo de confianza -Jeremy Burgess, Alex Briggs, Bernard Ansiau y el resto de sus mecánicos- abandonara HRC con él. De un plumazo, dejó a la fábrica más poderosa del mundo sumida en una crisis técnica que tardó años en resolver. Con Yamaha a sus pies, el siguiente objetivo fue Sete Gibernau. En 2004, tras una sanción en Qatar que Rossi atribuyó a una denuncia del equipo de Sete, la rivalidad se volvió personal y destructiva. Se cuenta que Valentino sentenció en el paddock que Sete no volvería a ganar nunca más. El poder de Rossi iba mucho más allá del propio circuito, alcanzaba a los proveedores. En la era previa al neumático monomarca, su influencia sobre Michelin era colosal. Se hablaba de los "Special Saturday Night": neumáticos diseñados específicamente tras los cronometrados del sábado, fabricados en Francia y enviados en jet privado para que Rossi los tuviera el domingo por la mañana. Cuando el equilibrio de poder cambió y Bridgestone se mostró superior con Stoner, Rossi lanzó un órdago a Yamaha y a Dorna: "O me dais Bridgestone, o me planteo mi futuro". Su peso en el negocio era tal que se rompieron contratos y normas no escritas para satisfacer sus demandas. En 2008, el enemigo entró en su propia casa con el fichaje de Jorge Lorenzo. La respuesta de Rossi fue puramente territorial: levantó un muro físico en el box de Yamaha. Aunque se escudó en la confidencialidad de los neumáticos, la realidad era que Rossi quería aislar al joven talento mallorquín… que acabó ganándole en 201, pese al muro. En su etapa en Ducati (2011-2012) mostró otra faceta de su lado oscuro: la gestión del fracaso. Cuando los resultados con la Desmosedici no llegaron, Rossi no dudó en señalar públicamente las carencias del proyecto técnico liderado por Filippo Preziosi. El capítulo más oscuro y polémico llegó en 2015. Al verse amenazado por la velocidad de Marc Márquez, Rossi intentó usar su vieja táctica de guerra psicológica en la rueda de prensa de Sepang, acusando al español de favorecer a Lorenzo. Pero esta vez, el rival era de su misma estirpe. La tensión desembocó en la famosa curva 14 de Sepang, donde Rossi arrinconó a Márquez hasta que se produjo el contacto y la caída del 93. Fue un acto de impotencia de un campeón que veía cómo su décimo título se escapaba y que decidió llevar la lucha al límite físico y ético. La fractura social y deportiva que provocó aquel incidente todavía persiste hoy. Incluso tras su retirada, el control de Rossi sobre el paddock no ha desaparecido; se ha transformado. A través de la VR46 Academy y su equipo de competición, ha creado un ecosistema donde forma, gestiona y controla a los nuevos talentos italianos. Se ha convertido en una figura de poder que influye en fichajes, patrocinios y equipos en todas las categorías. Valentino Rossi es, sin lugar a dudas, uno de los mayores genios que ha dado el deporte. Pero su grandeza no se explica solo a través de su talento sobre la moto.

This episode is part one of a two part conversation on culture with Michele Herlein, author of Cultural Excellence. Joe Pardavila sits down with Michele to explore why so many workplaces feel draining instead of energizing. Michele spent decades transforming culture at Bandag and Bridgestone, where she helped drive major performance gains by focusing on people, behavior, and alignment. She explains why many companies treat culture like posters on a wall, why leaders think their culture is strong when employees feel the opposite, and how simple systems shape behavior every day. Michele breaks down her PVVS model, shares the business impact of intentional culture design, and outlines the steps leaders should take before reworking values, purpose, or strategy. If you want workplaces where people do their best work and feel proud to show up, part one gives you a clear starting point.

TechCentral's motoring show, Watts & Wheels, is officially back, with the first full episode of season 1 widening the lens beyond new cars to look at the forces reshaping South Africa's automotive industry. The first episode of season 1 – you can catch our “season 0” episodes here – opens with a sharp focus on South African Auto Week, where the pressure on local vehicle manufacturers dominated discussions. Original equipment manufacturers are facing a tough balancing act as imports rise while local assembly plants wrestle with costs, scale and uncertainty. From policy to products, the show then shifts gears to tyre maker Bridgestone, which has launched new tyre offerings for the South African market. In an interview, Jacques Rikhotso, CEO of Bridgestone South Africa, unpacks how changing vehicle technologies – including heavier EVs – are influencing tyre design, durability and safety. Chinese brands also feature prominently. A dramatic crash test involving the Chery Tiggo 9 Pro highlights the rapid strides Chinese manufacturers are making in safety engineering. Meanwhile, BYD continues to push the boundaries of EV infrastructure, announcing plans for a 1MW ultra-fast charging network, championed by BYD executive Stella Li. Adventure meets electrification with a discussion on Volvo EX30 Cross Country, which recently tackled the iconic Sani Pass – a symbolic moment for EV capability in rugged African conditions. On the new-car front, the team runs through arrivals and upcoming launches including the BYD Dolphin Surf and the forthcoming Volvo EX60. The review spotlight falls on the Lexus GX550, described as the “anti-EV”: a traditional, petrol-powered luxury off-roader that doubles down on ruggedness rather than electrification. Rounding out the episode is an interview with Andrew Kirby, CEO of Toyota South Africa, and we speculate on the electric vehicle models Toyota is likely to introduce into the local market in 2026. TechCentral

This year's What's Treading conversations gave tire dealers a direct line to some of the industry's most influential voices – Bridgestone, Continental, Nokian Tyres, Double Coin, Atturo, Global Air Cylinder Wheels, and Schrader – and today's show brings together the strongest tire dealer insights from those interviews.Tire Review: www.tirereview.com

Steve Westly zählt zu den prägenden Investoren des Silicon Valley. Als Gründer und Managing Partner der Westly Group hat er eine auf Clean Energy und nachhaltige Technologien spezialisierte Venture-Capital-Gesellschaft aufgebaut, die über 800 Millionen US-Dollar Assets under Management verwaltet. Zu den Investor:innen zählen 30 der weltweit größten Konzerne, darunter Duke Energy, Volkswagen, Bridgestone, ABB oder American Electric Power.Die Westly Group kann auf neun Börsengänge im Portfolio verweisen, darunter vier Multi-Milliarden-Dollar-Exits bei Tesla, Procore, Luminar und SentinelOne, und ist mit Büros im Silicon Valley, in San Francisco und in Washington, D.C. vertreten.Im brutkasten-Talk spricht Westly darüber, was erfolgreiche Innovationsökosysteme ausmacht und warum Tempo, Risikokapital und internationale Talente heute über wirtschaftliche Wettbewerbsfähigkeit entscheiden. Zudem erklärt er, weshalb die Kombination aus KI, Energiewende und massiv steigender Energienachfrage die größten Investitionschancen der kommenden Jahrzehnte eröffnet und warum Europa jetzt handeln muss, um diese Entwicklung aktiv mitzugestalten.

In this episode of Ikigai with Jennifer Shinkai, I welcome Hendrik, a friend and professional contact since 2019, to discuss talents and strengths. We reconnect after several years and reflect on how their collaboration during the COVID-19 pandemic was crucial for Jennifer's business survival. Hendrik shares his experience working at Manulife Japan, emphasizing the importance of cultural diversity and the positive energy at the Indonesian Pavilion Expo. We delve into Hendrik's journey to Japan, his struggles and learnings in a different culture, and his newfound passion for Gallup's CliftonStrengths assessment. Hendrik highlights the importance of knowing one's talents and leveraging them to live a fulfilled life, aligning this with the concept of Ikigai. We also discuss the potential pitfalls of overusing strengths and the paradigm shift required in corporate environments to focus on strengths rather than weaknesses. If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, we'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. In this episode you'll hear:How Hendrik discovered his passion and Ikigai through the CliftonStrengths assessment, including his journey from Indonesia to Japan and his unique experiences in the Japanese workplaceThe importance of focusing on strengths rather than weaknesses, and how a strengths-based approach differs from trying to fix weaknessesHow leveraging individual strengths can boost workplace morale, enhance engagement, and improve overall quality of lifePractical steps to uncover and use your hidden talents in daily lifeThe crucial role that connections and community play in achieving professional success and finding purposeThings mentioned in the episode:CliftonStrengths: https://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths/en/253676/how-cliftonstrengths-works.aspx32 CliftonStrengths team synergy sessions, 498 people over the last 2 years (Jan 2024 – Dec 2025)About Hendrik:Hendrik joined Manulife in January 2023 as Global Learning Partner, reporting into Asia Learning Lead and rolled up to Katherine MacNaughton`s organization. While sitting in the global team, Hendrik`s role is to build a learning culture in the Japan market. Hendrik ensures Japan programs are aligned with Manulife strategies & priorities while meeting the Japan market needs. Prior to joining Manulife, Hendrik had similar roles and responsibilities in companies such as Philip Morris International and Bridgestone. Hendrik also performed an APAC regional role during his time in Bridgestone where he led regional talent management related projects covering 11 countries working in the Regional HQ of Bridgestone in Singapore. Hendrik`s background is in talent management and development areas. Hendrik was awarded an MBA from Murdoch University in Singapore in 2018 and graduated with a Bachelor of Business from Queensland University of Technology in Brisbane, Australia.Outside of work, Hendrik is a father of 2 daughters.Connect with Hendrik:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hendrik-kwee-2512474b/Contact: https://www.gallup.com/learning/certification/en/10644108/profile.aspxConnect with Jennifer:Linked In:

The final gear pod of 2025 is here, and we've saved our favorite test for last. Ahead of his 50th birthday, we tested Tiger Woods' famous Titleist 975D, the driver he used to complete the 'Tiger Slam'. How would 'Tiger Slam' Tiger compare to a present-day pro? How much better would 'Tiger Slam' Tiger be with today's equipment? We have the answers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send us a textWelcome back to part 2 of Will's chat with 2025 Bridgestone order of merit champion Stuart Grehan, the lads cover an amazing 2025 for Stuart that included 3 wins and culminated with an amazing experience playing in the Walker Cup in the amazing Cypress Point Golf Club. This is a great chat with one of Ireland's greatest amateur players and a true gent who drops lots of priceless nuggets for aspiring golfers.Follow us on instagram @atocpod and follow our YouTube channel @atocpod

Send us a textWelcome back to another Class Chat. In this episode Will catches up with Stuart Grehan who won the Bridgestone Order of Merit in 2025. Hailing from Tullamore originally, Stuart won the East of Ireland and South of Ireland in 2015 and won the Mullingar Scratch Cup in 2017 before turning pro and playing on the EuroPro, Clutch and Challenge tour where he won a couple of times. In Part 1 the lads chat through early golf life, family, senior cup, missing out on Walker Cup in 2017 and then on to Stuarts difficult decision to rescind his professional license and return to the Irish amateur scene. Keep an eye out for part 2 when the lads chat about the 2025 season which was like a dream for Stuart by winning the Irish Am, Irish Close and playing in the Walker Cup team in Cypress Point. This is a great chat where Stuart really opened up about the highs and lows of Golf. Follow us on instagram @atocpod and follow our YouTube channel @atocpod

- U.S. New Car Sales Fall - Trump to Eviscerate Biden MPG Regs. - GM Loses Another Software Exec. - Cadillac Using Super Bowl to Announce F1 Livery - Archer Launching VTOL Service in Miami - Hyundai Readies Commercial AV Platform - JLR Fires Head Designer - Bridgestone Improves Its Performance Tire

- U.S. New Car Sales Fall - Trump to Eviscerate Biden MPG Regs. - GM Loses Another Software Exec. - Cadillac Using Super Bowl to Announce F1 Livery - Archer Launching VTOL Service in Miami - Hyundai Readies Commercial AV Platform - JLR Fires Head Designer - Bridgestone Improves Its Performance Tire

In this episode of EV Musings, Gary Comerford discusses the impact of tires on electric vehicles, focusing on his experience with Hankook ION tires. He shares insights from Neil Barrett, EV lead at Hankook Tyre UK, about the development and benefits of EV-specific tires. The conversation covers topics like tire efficiency, noise reduction, and the differences between EV and ICE tires. Gary also shares his initial impressions of the Hankook ION tires on his Polestar 2 and plans for a long-term review.Guest Details:Neil Barrett is the EV Lead Key Account Manager for Hankook Tyre UK Ltd with the responsibility of supporting the promotion of the Hankook Ion EV tyre range. This includes writing and presenting specific EV training to the tyre trade, market analysis to understand present and future demand, size development and technical support to colleagues in all departments.With Hankook being first to market with the Launch of a range of a EV specific tyres, Neil's experience and enthusiasm for the future of electric mobility made him the obvious choice to help increase awareness of the Hankook Ion range. Now in comfortably in his 12th year at Hankook, Neil can draw on 24 years of experience in the tyre trade. Previous employers include Bridgestone and Michelin with experience in not only car tyres, but also both Truck and Motorcycle tyres. Neil has now accrued a total of 34 years of experience in businesses associated with the motor trade.This season of the podcast is sponsored by Zapmap, the free to download app that helps EV drivers search, plan, and pay for their charging.Links in the show notes:100,000th MG EV delivered in the UK - Cool thingEpisode produced by Arran Sheppard at Urban Podcasts: https://www.urbanpodcasts.co.uk(C) 2019-2025 Gary Comerford Support me: Patreon Link: http://www.patreon.com/evmusingsKo-fi Link: http://www.ko-fi.com/evmusings The Books:'So, you've gone electric?' on Amazon : https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07Q5JVF1X'So, you've gone renewable?' on Amazon : https://amzn.to/3LXvIckSocial Media:EVMusings: Twitter https://twitter.com/MusingsEvInstagram: @EVmusingsOctopus Energy referral code (Click this link to get started) https://share.octopus.energy/neat-star-460Upgrade to smarter EV driving with a free week's trial of Zapmap Premium, find out more here https://evmusings.com/zapmap-premium

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In this episode, Benny and Dennis sits down with Marc Wolfe to explore why doing the same old things often won't move you forward. Marc explains how easy it is to get stuck in a rut—personally or professionally—and why asking “Why am I doing it this way?” is the first step to breaking free. The conversation dives into rethinking habits, challenging assumptions, and finding the courage to pivot when what worked before just isn't enough. If you've been spinning your wheels or wondering how to reach that next level, this episode will help you reset your mindset and move with purpose.Marc A. Wolfe's curiosity was evident early on when the eager fourth grader was kicked out of his New Jersey public school — for being too helpful in explaining lessons. Though confused by their decision, Marc discovered his calling: empowering people to unlock their boundless potential.This passion lit an unexpected career fuse, beginning as a 16-year-old freelance photographer capturing Presidents, pro athletes, and celebrities. Pivoting his creative eye, Marc became a pioneering Apple computer dealer, reinforcing the magic of Macs in companies like CNBC, The Bermuda Yellow Pages, GAF, and Tiffany & Co. years before the iPod existed.But hardware was the means, not the endgame. Marc yearned to directly uplift leaders intransformational growth. So adding to his work as an innovation and strategy consultant, he also became an International Coaching Federation (ICF) certified executive coach, blending insights across healthcare, entertainment, finance, and more. Offering empathy, humor, and wisdom, Marc facilitates getting leaders unstuck at organizations such as Bridgestone, Tufts Health Plan, Ramsey Solutions, CompTIA, Synnex, Thread Bank, and Choice Hotels Owners Council.Expanding his reach, Marc contributed leadership articles to Forbes.com while also serving as an INC5000 Executive Coach. Understanding great collaborations fuse heart and mind, Marc served as a Facilitator for Marshall Goldsmith's MG100—fostering human-centered breakthroughs.With his bestselling book “Yeah, But...Cut Through the Noise to Live, Learn and Lead Better,”Marc combines a career of unexpected pivots into practical leadership perspectives. Audiences relate to this witty Jersey guy living his best life outside of Nashville, TN, with his forever bride while his two adult daughters are nearby. Marc guides his clients to action by connecting authentically and meeting people where they are at. He mixes humor, vulnerability, and wisdom distilled from unplanned detours into surprisingly impactful destinations. He always turns “Conversations into Outcomes”Connect with Marcwww.linkedin.com/in/marcwolfeOrder Marc's latest bookwww.amazon.com/stores/Marc-A.-Wolfe/author/B0DTKV1T5Q?Get a free chapter of Yeah, But and leadership resourceshttps://beacons.ai/yeah_butListen to The Yeah, But Podcast https://pod.link/1779330379Benny Carreon- Velocity Technology Group- benny@velocitytechnology.groupDennis Jackson-WorX Solution- dennisj@worxsolution.com

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Michele Herlein, Founder and CEO of CultureMax, who shares what led her to launch her company after a 25-year career working in leadership roles at major companies to now focus on helping more organizations build positive cultures, and highlights her new book "Cultural Excellence." She explains that her book provides a leader's guide for strengthening organizational culture through horizontal and vertical alignment, emphasizing the importance of executive buy-in and manager alignment. Michele shares her experiences across different companies to demonstrate how cultural transformation leads to both employee satisfaction and improved business results, and announced that her new book is now available for purchase at all major retailers.Cultural Excellence Leadership Guide - Michele Herlein, a 25-year veteran of corporate America, discusses her journey from working at companies like Bridgestone Americas, Inc. to founding CultureMax, where she now helps organizations create positive cultures. She explains that her book, "Cultural Excellence: A Leader's Guide to Strengthening the Heart of Your Organization," is a guide aimed at strengthening organizational culture, and she has created a mastermind group for HR professionals to implement the book's methodology. The book includes downloadable worksheets and is designed to be a practical resource for creating great organizational cultures.Empowering Workplaces for Better Results - Michele shares her experience of spending 25 years in corporate America, where she observed that workplaces often deplete employees rather than energize them. She expresses her mission to help create organizations that motivate and value their employees, noting that this approach not only benefits individuals but also leads to better business results and improved metrics.Transforming Organizational Culture Alignment - Michele discusses her book's approach to organizational culture transformation, focusing on horizontal and vertical alignment. She emphasizes the importance of getting executive team buy-in and aligning managers, who she refers to as "The Mighty Middle," to reinforce the company's cultural direction. The book outlines a step-by-step process for diagnosing culture, aligning leaders, and integrating cultural values into the organization's DNA through systems, processes, and behaviors.Building Strong Organizational Cultures - Michele emphasizes that building a strong culture requires consistent effort and integration from the top down and bottom up, comparing it to maintaining healthy habits. Michele shares examples from her experiences at Bandag, Bridgestone, and Barge, highlighting how different companies can implement unique cultural values and processes. She notes that aligning leaders and systems with employee needs leads to both employee satisfaction and outstanding financial results, as seen in Bridgestone's 5x and Barge's 7x profit increases.Cultural Excellence Book Launch - Michele announces that her new book "Cultural Excellence: A Leader's Guide to Strengthening the Heart of Your Organization" is now available for purchase on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. She emphasizes that the book includes downloadable files at the end of each chapter to help readers implement its concepts practically.To learn more about CultureMax, visit https://culture-max.com.

- U.S. Gives OEMs Tariff Relief - U.S. and Australia Sign Rare Earth Deal - GM Earnings Plunge, But Stock Goes Up - CATL Profits Up 41% - No New Product for Alfa Until 2027 - Another Advisor Against Musk's Pay Package - Musk Says Pay Me Or I'm Out - Nissan's New Frontier Developed in China - Toyota Reveals All-New Land Cruiser FJ - Bridgestone Starts Recycling Old Tires

- U.S. Gives OEMs Tariff Relief - U.S. and Australia Sign Rare Earth Deal - GM Earnings Plunge, But Stock Goes Up - CATL Profits Up 41% - No New Product for Alfa Until 2027 - Another Advisor Against Musk's Pay Package - Musk Says Pay Me Or I'm Out - Nissan's New Frontier Developed in China - Toyota Reveals All-New Land Cruiser FJ - Bridgestone Starts Recycling Old Tires

12 - We kick off Friday with the protests raging in Portland as friend of the show Nick Sortor was arrested last night after an altercation with protestors. 1215 - Side - associated with LA and SoCal 1220 - How much money were thrown at these comedians performing at the Riyadh Comedy Festival? 1230 - Dom shows off the Bridgestone football. 1250 - Executive Director of the Delaware GOP Nick Miles joins us after University of Delaware students made fun of Charlie Kirk's death on their college's TV network. Has anything happened to the students and faculty who put this on? Has the university brass said anything on the matter?

12 - We kick off Friday with the protests raging in Portland as friend of the show Nick Sortor was arrested last night after an altercation with protestors. 1215 - Side - associated with LA and SoCal 1220 - How much money were thrown at these comedians performing at the Riyadh Comedy Festival? 1230 - Dom shows off the Bridgestone football. 1250 - Executive Director of the Delaware GOP Nick Miles joins us after University of Delaware students made fun of Charlie Kirk's death on their college's TV network. Has anything happened to the students and faculty who put this on? Has the university brass said anything on the matter? 1 - We need Senator John Kennedy on the program! His new book is hilarious! 105 - Pete Davidson is performing at the Riyadh Comedy Festival, despite his father being a firefighter who died on 9/11. Your calls. 115 - Dr. Victoria Coates joins us today after her and Rich Zeoli penned an Op-Ed for Fox News over Philadelphia City Hall deciding to fly the Chinese flag on their premises. How is this a play for soft power for China? This isn't a pro-Chinese-American stance by our leaders as they would say, would they fly a Cuban flag under the same circumstances? How can Hamas be overtaken in the war between Israel and Palestine? How is Dr. Coates able to articulate and explain the slightly complicated Trump foreign policy? Will there be US boots on the ground? 140 - What is this candidate for AG in Virginia thinking by saying this about a former Speaker of The House? Raw comes after Dom after his appearance this week on NewsMax. Your calls. 150 - Your calls to wrap the hour. 2 - Why did NBC invite Mike Johnson onto the Today Show if they weren't going to let her speak? 205 - What does Joe Concha think of that Mike Johnson clip? We welcome him back to the show today. How is his Top 100 Worst People list coming along? Who is in the top 5 right now? What is the fault line in the Democrat's shutdown strategy right now? When will Joe be back on Fox? 215 - Dom's Money Melody! 220 - Robot masseuses are on the rise in New Jersey! 225 - Your calls. 230 - Pennsylvania Treasurer and candidate for Governor, Stacy Garrity joins us to round out the show as the budget battle has reached an impasse. How are the polling numbers looking and what does Stacy think of the gap between her and Shapiro. Are the “head start” counties looking to cash in or break out of the program? What are the other top issues Pennsylvanians are facing right now? 250 - The Lightning Round!

Introducción: el mundo detrás de tus ruedas Cada año se fabrican más de 2.000 millones de neumáticos en el mundo, suficientes para rodear la Tierra más de 25 veces. Pero… ¿alguna vez te has preguntado de qué están hechos los neumáticos y cómo se producen? En este episodio de Tendencieros Industriales te contamos todo sobre el proceso de fabricación de neumáticos, desde el caucho natural hasta los neumáticos inteligentes del futuro. fracttal TODO para la gestión de tu mantenimiento. Tecnología para eliminar fallos, reducir costos, minimizar riesgos y maximizar la operatividad. El futuro del mantenimiento está en Fracttal. Fábricas de neumáticos en España (2025) En nuestro país contamos con 7 plantas de producción pertenecientes a Michelin y Bridgestone: Michelin (4 plantas) Vitoria-Gasteiz (Álava, País Vasco) → Turismo, ingeniería civil y obra pública. Capacidad: 194.600 toneladas/año, +3.500 empleados. Lasarte (Guipúzcoa, País Vasco) → Neumáticos radiales de moto de altas prestaciones. Valladolid (Castilla y León) → Neumáticos agrícolas de alta gama. Aranda de Duero (Burgos, Castilla y León) → Neumáticos para camiones e industriales. Bridgestone (3 plantas) Burgos (Castilla y León) → Neumáticos de turismo. Basauri (Vizcaya, País Vasco) → Neumáticos para camiones y autobuses. Puente de San Miguel (Cantabria) → Neumáticos agrícolas. PATROCINADOR ¿De qué están hechos los neumáticos? La composición típica de un neumático de turismo incluye: 40–60% caucho (natural y sintético). 15–25% negro de carbono. 10–15% acero y fibras textiles. 4–10% aditivos (azufre, plastificantes, óxidos). Dato curioso: Un neumático contiene hasta 30 compuestos diferentes, cada uno con una función específica para garantizar seguridad y rendimiento. El proceso de fabricación de neumáticos paso a paso Extracción y preparación del caucho – Natural (Hevea brasiliensis) y sintético (derivados del petróleo). Mezclado con aditivos – Negro de carbono, sílice, aceites y azufre. Conformado en capas – Se ensamblan carcasa, cinturones y banda de rodadura. Vulcanización – El neumático verde se somete a presión y calor, adquiriendo su forma final. Control de calidad – Inspección con rayos X, pruebas de uniformidad y balanceo. La vulcanización es el proceso más crítico: determina la seguridad, durabilidad y prestaciones del neumático. Neumáticos premium vs. económicos Un neumático premium puede reducir hasta un 7 % el consumo de combustible gracias a su menor resistencia a la rodadura. La diferencia clave está en: Homogeneidad del compuesto. Precisión en el conformado. Vulcanización controlada. Pruebas de calidad más exigentes. Reciclaje y economía circular de los neumáticos En la Unión Europea se generan 3,5 millones de toneladas de neumáticos usados al año. Actualmente: 45–50 % → Reciclaje mecánico (granulado de caucho). 10–15 % → Recauchutado. 5–10 % → Pirólisis o reciclaje químico. ~35 % → Aún terminan en vertederos, aunque cada vez menos. Innovaciones tecnológicas en neumáticos Neumáticos sin aire: resistentes a pinchazos y más duraderos. Neumáticos inteligentes: sensores para monitorizar presión, temperatura y desgaste. Materiales sostenibles: sílice de ceniza de arroz, poliéster de botellas PET recicladas, negro de carbono recuperado. Michelin, Bridgestone y Continental ya trabajan en neumáticos con más del 40 % de materiales reciclados o renovables. ¿Cuánto dura un neumático? Turismo → Entre 40.000 y 80.000 km. Camiones e industriales → Más de 100.000 km. Recomendación general → Cambiarlos cada 5–6 años, aunque no se haya alcanzado el kilometraje. Factores que influyen: presión de inflado, estilo de conducción, tipo de carretera y clima. Conclusión Los neumáticos no son simples piezas de caucho: son ingeniería avanzada, ciencia de materiales e innovación tecnológica. Desde la vulcanización hasta los sensores inteligentes, representan más de un siglo de desarrollo industrial. La próxima vez que mires tus ruedas, recuerda que llevan en sí historia, tecnología y sostenibilidad. ¡ARRANCAMOS MOTORES! ¿QUIERES DESTACAR EN LINKEDIN? DESCÁRGATE NUESTRO E-BOOK . ¡SÍGUENOS EN ESTAS REDES SOCIALES! Web: Tendencierosindustriales.com Instagram: INSTAGRAM YouTube: YOUTUBE iVoox: IVOOX Spotify: SPOTIFY Apple Podcast: APPLE PODCAST Pero antes debes escuchar el podcast : The post 243 – Así se fabrican los neumáticos: del caucho al asfalto first appeared on TENDENCIEROS INDUSTRIALES. La entrada 243 – Así se fabrican los neumáticos: del caucho al asfalto se publicó primero en TENDENCIEROS INDUSTRIALES.

A cyberattack disrupts Bridgestone's manufacturing operations. CISA warns of critical vulnerabilities in products used across multiple sectors. Additional cybersecurity firms confirm data exposure in the recent Salesforce–Salesloft Drift attack. A configuration vulnerability in Sitecore products leads to remote code execution. HHS promises stricter enforcement of healthcare information access rules. Texas sues an education software provider over a December 2024 data breach. A federal jury orders Google to pay $425 million over improperly collected user data. Nations unite for global guidance on SBOMs. On our Industry Voices segment, we are joined by Aron Anderson, Enterprise Security Manager of Adobe, on embracing the journey to zero trust. Chess.com gets caught in a tricky gambit. Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Miss an episode? Sign-up for our daily intelligence roundup, Daily Briefing, and you'll never miss a beat. And be sure to follow CyberWire Daily on LinkedIn. Industry Voices On our Industry Voices segment we are joined by  Aron Anderson, Enterprise Security Manager of Adobe, as he is talking about embracing the journey to zero trust. If you want to hear the full conversation from Aron, you can check it out here. Selected Reading Tire giant Bridgestone confirms cyberattack impacts manufacturing (Bleeping Computer) CISA issues ICS advisories on hardware flaws in Honeywell, Mitsubishi Electric, Delta Electronics, rail communication protocols (Industrial Cyber) More Cybersecurity Firms Hit by Salesforce-Salesloft Drift Breach (SecurityWeek) Unknown miscreants snooping around Sitecore via sample keys (The Register) HHS Says It's 'Cracking Down' on Health Information Blocking (BankInfo Security) Texas sues PowerSchool over breach exposing 62M students, 880k Texans (Bleeping Computer) Google hit with $425 million verdict in privacy class action suit (The Record) US and 14 Allies Release Joint Guidance on Software Bill of Materials (Infosecurity Magazine) Chess.com says 4,500 people had data stolen during June breach  (The Record) Share your feedback. What do you think about CyberWire Daily? Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts with us by completing our brief listener survey. Thank you for helping us continue to improve our show. Want to hear your company in the show? You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here's our media kit. Contact us at cyberwire@n2k.com to request more info. The CyberWire is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you like what you hear, please subscribe, leave us a review and tell a friend!Sap S4hana flaw exploited in the wild, Virustotal detects undetected svg phishing files, Russian Apt28 uses Outlook backdoor, Bridgestone cyberattack disrupts manufacturing, North Korean hackers run fake job interviews, Salesforce Salesloft breach impacts firms, Us and allies push Sboms, Ten million dollar reward for Russian Fsb hackers, Us sues robot toy maker exposing childrens data to Chinese developers.

A cyberattack disrupts Bridgestone tyre factories in North America, a new infostealer takes your photo while you watch porn, bad certificates for Cloudflare infrastructure went undetected for more than a year, and Brazil deals with another payment system hack. Show notes Risky Bulletin: Chrome 140 comes with new hardened cookies

Episode Summary: In this episode of the Solar Maverick Podcast, host Benoy Thanjan sits down with Daniel Dus, CEO of Clean Tech Industry Resources (CIR) and founder of Solar Fight Night. Daniel shares his unique perspective on how his company is reshaping solar development through “Development as a Service” and “Construction as a Service” models, making it easier for developers, financiers, and EPCs to scale projects efficiently. Benoy and Daniel dive into industry trends, lessons learned from years of experience, and how CIR is positioning itself as a critical partner in today's fast-changing renewable energy landscape. The conversation also highlights one of the largest renewable-energy fundraising events coming up at RE+ in Las Vegas, Solar Fight Night, and why community and collaboration are more important than ever.   Biographies Benoy Thanjan Benoy Thanjan is the Founder and CEO of Reneu Energy, solar developer and consulting firm, and a strategic advisor to multiple cleantech startups. Over his career, Benoy has developed over 100 MWs of solar projects across the U.S., helped launch the first residential solar tax equity funds at Tesla, and brokered $45 million in Renewable Energy Credits (“REC”) transactions. Prior to founding Reneu Energy, Benoy was the Environmental Commodities Trader in Tesla's Project Finance Group, where he managed one of the largest environmental commodities portfolios. He originated REC trades and co-developed a monetization and hedging strategy with senior leadership to enter the East Coast market. As Vice President at Vanguard Energy Partners, Benoy crafted project finance solutions for commercial-scale solar portfolios. His role at Ridgewood Renewable Power, a private equity fund with 125 MWs of U.S. renewable assets, involved evaluating investment opportunities and maximizing returns. He also played a key role in the sale of the firm's renewable portfolio. Earlier in his career, Benoy worked in Energy Structured Finance at Deloitte & Touche and Financial Advisory Services at Ernst & Young, following an internship on the trading floor at D.E. Shaw & Co., a multi billion dollar hedge fund. Benoy holds an MBA in Finance from Rutgers University and a BS in Finance and Economics from NYU Stern, where he was an Alumni Scholar.   Daniel Dus 18 years in renewable energy C-suite and Board roles, overseeing the completion of over $1 billion worth of renewable energy projects spanning 23 states nationwide. MBA, Stanford Certified Project Manager, Villanova Certified Six Sigma Master Lean Blackbelt, Certificates in Energy Hedging, NERC, Grid Security and SCADA. Previously led the US division of a $32 billion top-three global, fully integrated renewable energy platform, which encompassed PV manufacturing to asset ownership, and was a vital part of a $100 billion multinational corporation. Achieved notable project honors, including a Congressional Certificate of Recognition from the US House of Representatives, Recognition for an Innovative Public-Private Partnership from The White House, and the title of Best Solar Collaboration by Solar Power Generation USA. Served a diverse array of clients, including JP Morgan Chase, Hertz, Westfield Malls, Bridgestone, UCLA, Intuit, Hilton, Panasonic, Macerich, CBS Studios, and numerous cities, such as Los Angeles, Pasadena, San Diego, Santa Monica, Breckenridge, Aurora, Orange, and Southbridge. Seasoned executive with extensive experience in the renewable energy sector. Recognized as the Founder of Shared Estates and Co-Founder of Solar Fight Night, the largest renewable energy non-profit fundraiser worldwide.   Stay Connected: Benoy Thanjan Email: info@reneuenergy.com  LinkedIn: Benoy Thanjan Website: https://www.reneuenergy.com    Daniel Dus Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrdus/ Website:  https://cleantechindustryresources.com/ Solar Fight Night:  https://www.solarfightnight.org/   This episode of the Solar Maverick Podcast is brought to you by Leo Berwick. Leo Berwick is a tax, valuation, cost segregation, modeling and financial due diligence advisory firm focused on infrastructure, energy, renewables, and private equity. They are a carefully curated team of top talent within each of these core disciplines. Their sector focus and coordinated teams allow them to move fast, stay efficient, and get deals done.  Whether it's tax structuring, due diligence, financial modeling, valuations, or post-deal support, Leo Berwick covers the full deal lifecycle.  With decades of experience and an acute awareness of commercial considerations that can make or break a deal, Leo Berwick is helping investors unlock value in some of the most important sectors of the future.  To learn more, visit leoberwick.com.

Hey CX Nation,In this week's episode of The CXChronicles Podcast #264, we welcomed Mika Yamamoto, Chief Customer and Marketing Officer at Freshworks based in San Mateo, CA. Freshworks Inc. (NASDAQ: FRSH) builds uncomplicated service software that delivers exceptional customer and employee experiences. Their enterprise-grade solutions are powerful, yet easy to use, and quick to deliver results. Their people-first approach to AI eliminates friction, making employees more effective and organizations more productive.Over 72,000 companies, including Bridgestone, New Balance, Nucor, S&P Global, and Sony Music, trust Freshworks' customer experience (CX) and employee experience (EX) software to fuel customer loyalty and service efficiency.In this episode, Mika and Adrian chat through the Four CX Pillars: Team, Tools, Process & Feedback. Plus share some of the ideas that her team at Freshworks think through on a daily basis to build world class customer experiences.**Episode #264 Highlight Reel:**1. The power of reflection & attention to the customer journey you're building 2. Enhancing customer experience through employee engagement  3. Building your playbook on tech-stack efficiency and utilization 4. Breaking down silos to build world-class customer & employee experiences 5. Investing in "Voice of Customer" (VOC) & "Voice of Employee" (VOE) Click here to learn more about Mika YamamotoClick here to learn more about FreshworksHuge thanks to Mika for coming on The CXChronicles Podcast and featuring her work and efforts in pushing the customer experience & customer success space into the future.For our Apple & Spotify podcast listener friends, make sure you are following CXC & please leave a 5 star review so we can find new listeners & members of the "CX Nation". You know what would be even better?Go tell one of your friends or teammates about CXC's custom content,  strategic partner solutions (Hubspot, Intercom, & Freshworks to name a few) & On-Demand services & invite them to join the CX Nation, a community of nearly 15K+ customer focused business leaders!Want to see how your customer experience compares to the world's best CX-driven companies? We recently launched CXC Healthzone, an intelligence platform that shares benchmarks & insights for how companies across the world are tackling The Four CX Pillars: Team, Tools, Process & Feedback & how they are building the pillars upon an AI-powered foundation for the future. Huge thanks for being apart of the "CX Nation" and helping customer focused business leaders across the world make happiness a habit!Reach Out To CXC Today!Support the showContact CXChronicles Today Tweet us @cxchronicles Check out our Instagram @cxchronicles Click here to checkout the CXC website Email us at info@cxchronicles.com Remember To Make Happiness A Habit!!

Torna la Bridgestone World Solar Challenge, che porterà oltre 30 team internazionali a gareggiare attraversando l'Australia da nord a sud con i loro veicoli a energia solare. Andiamo a conoscere alcuni dei partecipanti italiani.

Il team parteciperà alla gara per veicoli ad energia solare che parte il 24 agosto da Darwin. Non è la prima esperienza per la squadra, che porta però una nuova vettura con cui affrontare la sfida.

In this episode, Elena reconnects with Andy Lipshultz, a dynamic voiceover talent whose professional journey is anything but ordinary. Andy—who previously joined the podcast a couple of years ago—shares his experience navigating career changes across vastly different industries, from the music business and banking to technology and now, a thriving independent voiceover career having voiced commercials and corporate narration for partners like Google, Lego and Bridgestone alongside fun animation, games, audio dramas and audiobooks.Elena and Andy dive into the realities of career pivots: how to recognize when it's time for a change, redefine what success means, and take calculated risks while balancing life's responsibilities. They candidly discuss overcoming fear, staying curious, and finding the courage to start over—even when it means taking a step back to ultimately leap ahead. If you're considering a new career path, interested in entrepreneurship, or curious about the world of voice talent, this episode is packed with practical advice, relatable stories, and fresh inspiration. Tune in for actionable tips and a dose of motivation from someone who has reinvented himself time and time again!Time Stamps:00:00 Career Change Insights with Andy03:53 Career Journey: Tech to Voiceover07:32 Path to Music Industry Success11:52 Success Through Core Identity Recognition14:12 Adapting to Career Changes17:58 Dual Path Life Planning23:45 Courage and Curiosity in Decision-Making24:26 Cultivating Courage and Curiosity28:21 Minimize Risk Through Education33:53 Resilience Through Adversity34:58 Coping with Layoffs and Identity37:51 Voiceover Marketing and CoachingConnect with Andy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andysaysit/Visit website: https://www.andysaysit.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andylipshultz/Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@andysaysit Follow Elena: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/Website: https://elenaagar.com/Listen on:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shift-with-elena-agar/id1530850914Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5UKh6dWcuQwJlmAOqD8wijIf you like this video, please like, subscribe, comment, and share! Your support is extremely valued! #careercoaching #careertips #careerresilience #futureofwork #careerstrategy

Send us a textIn this episode, we're joined by Aimee Wyatt, SREB's director of leadership and professional learning, and our special guests from PENCIL: Alayna Cate, director of partnerships, and Bob Kucher, chief partnerships and programs officer. PENCIL is a Nashville-based non-profit dedicated to connecting businesses and the community with Metro Nashville Public Schools. In this episode, you'll learn about:Pencil's Mission and History: Discover how PENCIL, a 43-year-old non-profit, serves as a vital link between the business community and public schools in Nashville, based on the belief that a thriving school system creates a thriving city. The Definition of "Partnership": Understand how PENCIL differentiates between one-off volunteer opportunities and sustained, long-term partnerships that are embedded into the culture of both the school and the business, fostering deeper impact. Innovative Ways Communities Partner With Schools: Explore various engagement methods, from volunteerism, guest speaking about career journeys and mentorship to more in-depth career experiential learning like job shadows, work-based learning and even support for school events or operational needs. "Goosebump Moments" and Student Impact: Hear compelling examples of how partnerships have transformed student perspectives, such as a high school junior discovering a new career path in the automotive industry beyond her imagination through a Bridgestone partnership and HCA Healthcare providing hands-on hospital job shadows and paid internships leading to employment upon graduation. Tips on Creating Community Partnerships on Your Own: Even if you do not have a PENCIL in your community, there are ways to create amazing community partnerships for your students. This episode is packed with actionable advice for anyone looking to foster meaningful connections between schools and their surrounding communities!  The Southern Regional Education Board is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that works with states and schools to improve education at every level, from early childhood through doctoral education and the workforce. Follow Us on Social: Facebook Instagram X

This month, Bridgestone shut down a tire plant that was once a major part of LaVergne's local economy, and a big influence on labor relations. Plus, the local news for July 15, 2025, and what the size of Metro Council means. Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public RadioHost/producer: Nina CardonaEditor: Miriam KramerAdditional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Rachel Iacovone, LaTonya Turner and the staff of WPLN and WNXP

Mini-podcast about an event on this day in working class history.Our work is only possible because of support from you, our listeners on patreon. If you appreciate our work, please join us and access exclusive content and benefits at patreon.com/workingclasshistory.See all of our anniversaries each day, alongside sources and maps on the On This Day section of our Stories app: stories.workingclasshistory.com/date/todayBrowse all Stories by Date here on the Date index: https://stories.workingclasshistory.com/dateCheck out our Map of historical Stories: https://map.workingclasshistory.comCheck out books, posters, clothing and more in our online store, here: https://shop.workingclasshistory.comIf you enjoy this podcast, make sure to check out our flagship longform podcast, Working Class History.  AcknowledgementsWritten and edited by Working Class History.Theme music by Ricardo Araya. Check out his YouTube channel at youtube.com/@peptoattackBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/on-this-day-in-working-class-history--6070772/support.

Danny Evans talks MLB and Brooks Downing talks CBB at Bridgestone!

Bring Back V10s - the podcast the celebrates the golden era of F1 from 1989 to 2005 - is back with Season 12! We're kicking off the new season with one of our most requested topics: the 2003 Michelin tyre controversy that erupted ahead of that year's Italian Grand Prix.Glenn Freeman, Edd Straw, and returning special guest Ted Kravitz dive into the tyre story in great detail, exploring how Ferrari and Bridgestone brought it to the FIA's attention, how the Michelin teams reacted, and how the fallout from the rule tweak spilled over into a spicy weekend in the Monza paddock.We'll also explain how Ross Brawn nearly got himself into legal trouble with Michelin, and Ted reveals who Brawn took aim at in a memorable press conference exchange where he told a member of the media to stop laughing.Other topics covered include Jacques Villeneuve's shaky future at BAR, teams raising concerns about F1's team orders ban, plus Marc Gene's last-minute stand-in heroics for Williams - and how his presence briefly confused the ITV F1 commentators AND the Ferrari pitwall during a crucial pitstop phase of the race.Want exclusive bonus episodes and ad-free listening? Enjoy a 7-day free trial to The Race Members' Club on Patreon today - we even have an 'F1-only' tier! Check out the new items in The Race Shop - members get a 15% discount! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bring Back V10s Season 12 is here! We're kicking off the new season with one of our most requested topics: the 2003 Michelin tyre controversy that erupted ahead of that year's Italian Grand Prix.Glenn Freeman, Edd Straw, and returning special guest Ted Kravitz dive into the tyre story in great detail, exploring how Ferrari and Bridgestone brought it to the FIA's attention, how the Michelin teams reacted, and how the fallout from the rule tweak spilled over into a spicy weekend in the Monza paddock.We'll also explain how Ross Brawn nearly got himself into legal trouble with Michelin, and Ted reveals who Brawn took aim at in a memorable press conference exchange where he told a member of the media to stop laughing.Other topics covered include Jacques Villeneuve's shaky future at BAR, teams raising concerns about F1's team orders ban, plus Marc Gene's last-minute stand-in heroics for Williams - and how his presence briefly confused the ITV F1 commentators AND the Ferrari pitwall during a crucial pitstop phase of the race.Want exclusive bonus episodes and ad-free listening? Enjoy a 7-day free trial to The Race Members' Club on Patreon today - we even have an 'F1-only' tier! Check out the new items in The Race Shop - members get a 15% discount! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is sponsored in part by Dalia—Talent teams are sitting on a powerful asset: candidate and lead data in their CRM. But knowing how—and when—to convert those leads into applicants and hires? That's the hard part. That's why Dalia is offering a free CRM Audit to help you unlock more value from the systems you've already invested in.…. Go to dalia.co/rectechcrm to get your free CRM audit today AND by jobcase, Jobcase is an online community where workers of all kinds – like hourly employees, tradespeople and healthcare technicians – access jobs, make connections, and support each other in any aspect of their work life.Visit jobcase.com/hire and tap into their 120 million strong  job seeker network First up…The CEO of Indeed is moving on, he shared a blog post this week with the news. https://hrtechfeed.com/chris-hyams-stepping-down-as-ceo-of-indeed/ MIAMI — Ehave, Inc., announced the acquisition of AIHeadHunter, an artificial intelligence-powered recruitment platform, through an asset purchase agreement. The transaction marks a significant step in Ehave's strategic shift toward becoming a developer and operator of applied AI solutions. https://hrtechfeed.com/ai-headhunter-software-acquired-for-10m/ San Francisco, CA – June 2025 – Leading payroll and HR company Deel announced today that it surpassed a $1 billion run rate in Q1 2025 — a significant milestone achieved in just six years since its founding. This accomplishment underscores Deel's rapid growth, global scale, and unwavering commitment to enabling the global future of work. https://hrtechfeed.com/deel-reaches-1-billion-revenue-run-rate/ Greenhouse, announced the launch of Real Talent, a solution designed to address the high costs and growing risks of spam, fraud and cheating in hiring. This solution provides recruiting teams with tools to quickly sort and filter job candidates into a tiered inbox based on their application quality and the likelihood of fraudulent or spam activities. https://hrtechfeed.com/greenhouse-adds-features-to-combat-fraud-in-hiring/ UKG, a leading provider of HR, payroll, and workforce management solutions, today announced the acquisition of Shiftboard, a leading employee scheduling software platform for mission critical operations in the oil and gas, energy, and manufacturing industries. Trusted by BASF, Bridgestone, Daisy Brand, and Shell, Shiftboard helps organizations solve their complex workforce scheduling challenges, such as aligning their labor strategy with production demand, supporting compliance with union regulations, and ensuring 24/7 operational continuity, while also enhancing frontline employee engagement and job satisfaction.  https://hrtechfeed.com/ukg-acquires-shiftboard/  

Kern Egan is the founder and CEO of Multiplier, an agency that shapes culture to build brands. Multiplier manages the cultural marketing initiatives for a roster of world-class brands, including Bridgestone, Caterpillar, Chase Sapphire, Invisalign, JP Morgan Payments, On Running, PitchBook, Winnebago, and Wyndham Hotels, among others. Multiplier Ventures is a limited partner in Sapphire Sport Ventures and Elysian Park Golf Ventures and has made direct investments in Leeds United, Overtime, and TMRW Sports, among others. Kern is an advisor for Cal-Berkeley's SkyDeck technology accelerator and is the founder and chairman of Dallas Influencers in Sports and Entertainment (DISE), the area's leading industry nonprofit, granting over $1,000,000 to 46 local youth charities. He is also the former Chairman of the Heart of Dallas Bowl at the historic Cotton Bowl Stadium and served on the North Texas Super Bowl XLV Host Committee. Kern, a graduate of Indiana University, was named a Forty Under 40 honoree by both the SportsBusiness Journal and Dallas Business Journal.

If you haven't followed the long, sordid tale of how former Tennessee State House Speaker Glen Casada and aide Cade Cothren ended up in a federal corruption trial that kicked off this week, you missed out. Host Marie Cecile Anderson, producer Daniel Sumstine, and executive producer Whitney Pastorek are catching you up on the drama in today's Friday News Roundup! Learn more about the sponsors of this April 25th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Cozy Earth - Use code COZYNASHVILLE for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Nashville newsletter.  Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

Shoot us a Text.On this last week of the month, we're looking at the state of the automotive M&A market and what dealers can expect for the rest of the year. Plus, we cover how Ford is adopting a new media and press strategy, and look at how In-N-Out cracked the top 10 of Best Large Employers.Show Notes with links:The dealership buy-sell market is expected to stay active in 2025. Normalizing store profits could make buyers more cautious in finalizing transactions, but top-performing stores in desirable markets will still fetch high valuations.Political expectations, including Donald Trump's presidency, along with lower dealership pricing and aging owners looking to sell, are fueling the market.Last week, we reported on Asbury Automotive Group acquiring New England's Herb Chambers Cos. for $1.34 billion in one of the largest deals in recent history.The 2025 Dealer Outlook Survey found that 56% of respondents are not planning to buy or sell this year, while 19% plan to buy, and 4.4% plan to sell.Automotive News tracked at least 349 buy-sell transactions in 2024, down from 382 transactions in 2021, a peak year.“I'm definitely still getting as many offerings to look at as I've gotten the past two years,” said Randy Hoffman, COO of Ed Morse Automotive Group,Ford is shaking up its media strategy by replacing its traditional press center with "Ford From the Road", a new platform designed to cater to the growing influence of content creators over mainstream media.The "From the Road" channel prioritizes videos, photos, and articles—some created by Ford, others sourced from digital creators and influencers.Traditional press releases remain available but are now tucked away in a separate tab, signaling a major shift away from legacy media formats.A Pew Research Center study found that 21% of U.S. adults regularly consume news from influencers—jumping to 37% among adults under 30.Ian Cohen, Ford's head of creative and content, explains: “We're entering this era of [consumers] building [their] own niche content and channel ecosystems.”This comes as the Trump administration is opening the White House briefing room to influencers and podcasters, with thousands of applicants to the “new media” seats.In-N-Out Burger has been named one of America's Best Large Employers, ranking No. 8 on Forbes' annual list, ahead of corporate giants like Apple and NASA. The ranking is based on employee surveys evaluating workplace satisfaction, compensation, and company culture.In-N-Out's strong workplace culture continues to set it apart in the fast-food industry.The company is also making big moves geographically, consolidating its California HQ in Baldwin Park and expanding to Tennessee, where it will open 30+ locations.Top 10 are Notre Dame, Trader Joes, Houston Methodist, NVIDIA, Navy Federal Credit Union, Google, Microsoft, In-N-Out, Delta, Raymond James FinancialAutomotive in the top 100: 86 - Bridgestone, 71 - Toyota, 86 - Holman Enterprises.Hosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle MountsierGet the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email

Your host, Cindi Howson, and CTO of NVIDIA AI agentic software, Bartley Richardson, discuss the transformative potential of generative and agentic AI in business, focusing on customer service, HR, and workplace innovation. They explore real-world use cases, the challenges of managing diverse data sources, and the tools and technologies shaping the future of AI which lead to….Data Challenges: Cindi and Bartley discuss the complexities of managing structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data in the context of generative AI. They explore the challenges and opportunities presented by different data formats.Tools and Technologies: Bartley provides guidance for AI and tech leaders on evaluating and building AI agents, emphasizing the importance of listening to employee needs and selecting the right tools for specific use cases.Real-World Use Cases: The conversation digs into practical applications of agentic AI, with a focus on customer service and software development. Bartley highlights examples of how companies are using AI agents to improve efficiency and productivity.The Future of AI: The episode concludes with a look ahead at the future of AI, with Bartley sharing his optimism for the transformative potential of agentic AI and offering advice for data and AI leadersDiscover the creative facets that inspire Bartley and how data has been a driving force in his life since earning his PhD.Key Moments: Understand agentic AI: Bartley explains how agentic AI is one of the most exciting and transformative developments in the AI space, evolving from generative AI and LLMs (large language models) to create systems capable of taking actions on behalf of users. (2:20)  Use Case Summary - AI-Powered Agentic Workflows at NVIDIA: NVIDIA has embraced agentic AI workflows to enhance both employee efficiency and customer experience. A prime example is their implementation of Agent Morpheus, a system designed to streamline software delivery and security processes. (13:16)AI is the new HR: Bartley highlights how generative AI has been effectively applied in HR, particularly in employee handbooks and onboarding documents. HR documents, often buried in PDFs, contain a wealth of structured data, making them a rich source for AI applications. (15:26) Data ingestion within the future of data processing: Bartley hones in on the primary concern of how data is ingested and how structured queries are executed in ways that align with business needs. The technology is progressing rapidly, but refinement is still needed for impactful data usage. (37:43)Key Quotes:"Generative AI and agentic AI are really exciting because we're finally at the point where the experience of using AI meets our expectations. It's no longer just a label or something that might be statistics; it's something meaningful in our day-to-day life." -Bartley Richardson"If I had to pick the time to be alive and in this industry, it would be right now. The amount of progress just leaps every day, with new breakthroughs, announcements, or capabilities that didn't exist the day before." -Bartley Richardson"AI does not absolve you of critical thinking and this data literacy thing. If anything, it amplifies the need for this." -Bartley RichardsonMentions:How to Create a Data and AI Literate Company with Bridgestone and The Data LodgeErsilia Open Source AICEO Gemma Turon Examines Ersilia's Impact on Biomedical ResearchThe Happiness Hypothesis: By Jonathan HaidtSetting the Table: By Danny MeyerGuest Bio:Bartley Richardson is CTO of NVIDIA AI agentic software and Director of Engineering for cybersecurity AI development and product engagement, including accelerated computing and generative AI. Previously, Bartley was a technical lead on multiple DARPA research projects. He was also the principal investigator of an Internet of Things research project which focused on applying machine and deep learning techniques to large amounts of IoT data to provide intelligence value relating to form function, and pattern-of-life. His primary research areas involve NLP and sequence-based methods applied to cyber network datasets as well as cross-domain applications of machine and deep learning solutions to tackle the growing number of cybersecurity threats. He holds a PhD in Computer Science and Engineering with a focus on AI.  Hear more from Cindi Howson here. Sponsored by ThoughtSpot.

The Become More Group, led by co-founders and co-CEOs Tammy and Scott, discussed the importance of continuous improvement and growth in individuals and companies, emphasizing the need to avoid the comfort of the status quo. They also highlighted the value of outside perspectives, diverse teams, and innovation in leadership roles. They identified challenges organizations face, such as organizational design, growth of future leaders, and building strong relationships within the team. The conversation ended with discussing the importance of different generations working together effectively and how to find out more about the organization.   Scott and Tammy are the Founders and CEOs of BecomeMore Group—and they aren't your usual one-size-fits-all business coaches. Over the last 30 years, they've entirely transformed and optimized hundreds of companies across the US, including Google, Procter & Gamble, and Bridgestone. They've reversed decades-long declines in business performance, solved tricky succession disputes, boosted employee retention figures, and much more. The sign their approach works: they retain 95% of their clients! Scott and Tammy solve problems that prevent organizations from achieving their full potential. As they discuss in their books, leading people and organizations is far from easy. Identifying and tackling the issues requires courage, drive, and discipline. Expertise: How to create leaders who think strategically and build future leaders. Blending self-awareness, EQ, and coaching as a mental model to be a fantastic leader. How personal growth of individuals and leaders takes an organization to the next level. Strategic Planning: It's about deciding WHAT an organization will do, not HOW. Introductions and company overview @ 0:00 Tammy Rogers and Scott Burgmeyer, co-founders and co-CEOs of Become More Group, introduce themselves and provide an overview of their company. They explain that Become More Group helps individuals, teams, and organizations identify where they want to go and how to get there, with the goal of helping them become more in whatever way makes sense for them. Importance of continuous growth and evolution @ 6:00 The group discusses the importance of continuously striving for growth and improvement, rather than settling for the status quo. They emphasize that organizations and individuals must always be evolving and adapting to avoid being left behind. Tammy and Scott share their approach of helping clients identify their desired future state and then taking incremental steps to get there, rather than trying to make one big change. Techniques for driving continuous improvement @ 13:04 The group explores specific techniques for driving continuous improvement, such as regularly asking "growth questions" (what's working, what's not working, what can we do differently), bringing in outside perspectives to challenge assumptions, and empowering employees to contribute ideas and solutions. They stress the importance of creating a culture where people feel comfortable being vulnerable and trying new things. Key focus areas for organizations in 2025 @ 28:19 As the conversation wraps up, Tammy and Scott share some of the key areas they are seeing organizations focus on in 2025, including: Evaluating their organizational design and processes to ensure they are optimized Developing the next generation of leaders Building stronger relationships and trust with their teams Recap and next steps @ 33:45 The group provides information on how listeners can connect with Become More Group, including their website, email, and podcast. Michael thanks Tammy and Scott for the insightful discussion and their work in making the world a better place. More about Scott: PhD in Organizational Development and Leadership from the University of Arizona Master's degree in Business Administration, Organizational Leadership from Ashford University Recipient of the Iowa Recognition of Performance Excellence seven times Won the Bridgestone CEO award More about Tammy: Helped form and grow nine start-ups Author of over 50 internationally distributed training programs Worked with best-selling authors, such as James Autry and Bob Nelson Fully certified PI Talent Optimization Consultant https://www.becomemoregp.com/ https://21201153.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/21201153/Continuous%20Improvement.pdf https://www.becomemoregp.com/casestudy https://www.becomemoregp.com/ourbooks https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-do-you-increase-employee-engagement/id1564765447?i=1000648244047

Zack gives talks about his time at the Thermal Club where he drove a variety of BMW M cars to test the all-new Hoosier TrackAttack tire against its competition from Michelin, Yokohama, and Bridgestone; Matt and Zack both drove the Acura ZDX EV; the amazing YT channel "Some More News" has a new video you should watch; and we answer questions from our Patreon members about subjects like:   Porsche GT2 RS vs Lexus LFA   How to help North Carolina   Which race car we'd most like to drive   What cars would our pets drive?   Budget mechanical watches   Should a wrench buy an 8-year old AMG GT?   The worst Lamborghini sports car ever   Is a McLaren F1 still a good investment?   What's a fun dog-friendly daily for under $40k?   The Alpina EV?   What makes a car become worth $1M?   Favorite car commercial   Is green the new grey?   Z4 M40i manual vs base Corvette?Recorded October 3, 2024  Get Maine LobsterHead over to GetMaineLobster.com – Promo Code TIRE – 15% off all orders store-wide  MyBookieDouble your first deposit up to $2,000 (100% deposit bonus) at https://bit.ly/joinwithTIRE Delete MeTake control of your data and keep your private life private by signing up for DeleteMe. Now at a special discount for our listeners. Today get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to joindeleteme.com/tire and use promo code "TIRE" at checkout New merch! Grab a shirt or hoodie and support us! https://thesmokingtireshop.com/ https://www.noduswatches.com/design-lab-shop/p/canyon-by-matt-farah-night-sky Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! Enter code TSTPOD for a 10% discount on your first case on the Off The Record app, or go to https://www.offtherecord.com/TST Want your question answered? Want to watch the live stream, get ad-free podcasts, or exclusive podcasts? Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thesmokingtirepodcast Tweet at us!https://www.Twitter.com/thesmokingtirehttps://www.Twitter.com/zackklapman Instagram:https://www.Instagram.com/thesmokingtirehttps://www.Instagram.com/therealzackklapman Want your question answered? Want to watch the live stream, get ad-free podcasts, or exclusive podcasts? Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thesmokingtirepodcast Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! Enter code TST10 for a 10% discount on your first case on the Off The Record app, or go to http://www.offtherecord.com/TST. Watch our car reviews: https://www.youtube.com/thesmokingtire Tweet at us!https://www.Twitter.com/thesmokingtirehttps://www.Twitter.com/zackklapman Instagram:https://www.Instagram.com/thesmokingtirehttps://www.Instagram.com/therealzackklapman