2016: Going Nowhere Fast The Modern Tire Dealer annual industry issue reported that total 2016 shipments of US replacement tires were million,

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2016: Going Nowhere Fast The Modern Tire Dealer annual industry issue reported that total 2016 shipments of US replacement tires were 255.1 million, an increase of 0.8% from 2015’s 253.1 million. Passenger replacement tire sales decreased 1%, while light-truck sales increased 7.9%. Shipments of OE (original equipment) passenger tires decreased 0.3%, to 49.6 million units; light-truck OE sales increased 9.5%; and truck OE sales decreased 17.6%. Higher tire prices were also forecasted for 2017, due to higher raw material prices. Although 2016 sales were less than expected, sales during September 2016 improved significantly; however, October 2016 sales were essentially unchanged from October 2015. November 2016 sales increased a marginal 0.1% from November 2015.

Other Market Movements During 2016 Retread units decreased -4% during October, but increased 11% during November. The US retread market benefited from an expectation of increased tariffs, which caused a decline in cheap tires imported from China (-17.0%). Auto repair sales increased during November 2016 by 6% YOY, and accounted for 28% of total revenues. This followed a 7% increase for October and flat sales for September. Independent tire dealers gained market share (+.5%), while mass merchandisers (-1.0%) and tire company-owned stores (-.5%) lost share. Auto dealerships gained share as well (+.5%).

Barely Accelerating Through 2017 The NPD Group projects that lower retail prices and fewer miles being driven by Americans will cause sales to decrease during 2017 by 1.9%. Other factors include ride-sharing, car-sharing services and autonomous vehicles. Conversely, miles driven increased 3% through September 2016, although that declined towards the end of 2016. Gas prices are still relatively low, leading to an increase in miles driven and more tire wear- and-tear, causing some industry optimism. The fastest growing segment of the light-vehicle market is CUVs (crossover utility vehicles), such as the Ford Edge and Chevrolet Equinox, which now account for 27% of the total US auto market. The top 10 CUV tire sizes are half of CUV tire sales.

Most Brands Without Traction Because dealers were overstocked with inventories during the beginning of 2016, shipments were less than normal, so excess market supply could be sold first. The major tire companies accounted for 75% of total sales; followed by imports, 10%; private, 9%; and associate, 6%. Goodyear had the largest market share, at 13% of passenger tire and 12% of light-truck tire sales, followed by Michelin for passenger at 9.5% and BFGoodrich for light- truck at 8.5%, and Bridgestone for both passenger at 8.0% and light- truck at 7.5%.

Where the Rubber Meets the Customer Large-rim diameter tires, 17-inch and larger, are the new standard for passenger tires. Of the top 10 passenger tire sizes, four are large rim, as well as four for light trucks. Auto service sales generate, on average, 45% of total sales and 44% of earnings for independent tire dealers, with the most revenue coming from mounting and balancing, brakes and chassis/suspension. Most tire customers (70%) have no brand preference when they bring their vehicle to a shop. Of those who do have a brand preference, half buy a different brand based on the dealer’s recommendation.

Commercial Sector Is Not Rolling Smoothly Although the US government was expected to impose tariffs on truck and bus tires from China, it hasn’t occurred yet, leading to continuing competition for retreaders. The government is considering tariffs on steel, which would also hurt the tire industry. Independent dealers are also facing new competition, as Travel Centers of America truck stops are now in the tire business and are actively pursuing fleet business through fuel rebates and other incentives related to tire servicing across the fleet. According to Modern Tire Dealer’s October 2017 Dealer Near-Term Survey, 100% of respondents expect the truck tire business to remain the same. Sales have been flat in commercial truck tires and negative in retreads.

Advertising Strategies Make sure that your waiting area is clean, pleasant and smells good. Almost two-thirds of tire purchasers are women. Show women in your ads, both as customers and employees. Emphasize your employees’ knowledge, helpfulness and motivation to help customers choose the best tire at the best price. If your shop offers automotive repair services, then include in your advertising messages that you are a trusted, one-stop-shop for automotive needs.

New Media Strategies On your Website, display tires by type of vehicle, warranty, need (high-performance, long-wear, snow, etc.) and price. Provide a customization method for customers, inventory availability and tire reservations, so they know the tires are in stock for their appointment. Keep stats on customer purchases in your CRM that indicate when customers will require replacements. Ask if they want the same product or if they prefer to upgrade for longer life, better warranty or other reason. Send email reminders when tires reach 85% of their life, with content about safety, fuel efficiency and other appropriate consumer- oriented information, in blog posts and/or short videos.