By SEMA News Editors
Dunlop Tires Appoints Matt Futrelle as Associate VP, TBR
Dunlop Tires North America (DTNA) has appointed Matt Futrelle as associate vice president, TBR.
In this role, Futrelle will be responsible for leading the TBR business, overseeing strategic initiatives, driving business growth and supporting DTNA's commitment to delivering products and service to customers across North America.
Matt brings more than 20 years of experience in the automotive aftermarket industry, with a proven track record of leadership, operational excellence and business development, the company said. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated the ability to build high-performing teams, strengthen customer relationships and execute strategies that deliver sustainable results.
"Matt's leadership experience, industry expertise, and commitment to excellence make him an outstanding addition to our leadership team," said Darren Thomas, CEO-President, DTNA. "We are confident that his vision and customer-focused approach will help accelerate our growth in the TBR business and strengthen our position in the marketplace."
"I couldn't be more excited to join the Dunlop Tires North America team. We see significant opportunities to increase our participation in the North American Commercial Truck Tire market, bringing even more value to our commercial tire dealer and fleet partners," stated Futrelle. "I am also happy to be a part of expanding the iconic Dunlop brand across North America. The brand holds a special place for me because I have such great memories growing up racing on Dunlop motocross tires."
For more information, visit dunloptires.com.
Cosmo Tires Expands With Kinney's Automotive Destination Store
Cosmo Tires has expanded its presence in the Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, market through a branding partnership with Kinney’s Automotive that transforms the Hurst, Texas, location into a 20,000-sq.-ft. Cosmo Tires destination store.
The newly branded facility features updated merchandising and retail elements designed to create a distinct Cosmo Tires experience, the company said. The partnership is part of the company’s Retail Partnership Program, which currently includes more than 20 locations across the United States as well as select international locations.
The companies marked the transformation with a Cosmo Tires Ambush Nites event featuring show cars, music, live graffiti painting, promotions, giveaways and product displays. Cosmo Tires and Kinney’s Automotive plan to host additional Ambush events at the Hurst location, which will also become the site of an annual Cosmo Tires Kool Kat Ambush event. The property’s outdoor space can accommodate more than 500 show cars along with live entertainment, food, vendors and product displays.
"Kinney's Automotive represents exactly the kind of dealer partner we want to grow with," said Mark Lindsey, chief strategy officer of Cosmo Tires. "This isn't simply about putting our name on a building. Together, we're creating a destination where we can sell tires, build the Cosmo Tires brand, engage consumers and bring the automotive community together. Ambush Nites was the first of many collaborations planned, bringing the community together with strong support from local business owners. These partnerships help us elevate the experience we provide and deepen our connection to the community."
For more information, visit cosmotires.com.
