Having spent over a decade elevating Coker Tire to an industry powerhouse, Wade Kawasaki has chosen to step down as CEO from Legendary Companies CHATTANOOGA, TENN. (Oct. 1, 2021) – Legendary Companies, which includes Coker Tire, Wheel Vintiques, Universal Vintage Tire, Phoenix Race Tires, Specialty Wheel, MOR, Vintage Wheel Works, PS Engineering, Roadster Wire Wheel, and…
The museum’s display, sponsored by Coker Tire, will feature one-of-a-kind custom classics from Hetfield’s personal collection including his Packard “Aquarius” and Auburn Speedster tribute “Slow Burn” LOS ANGELES (August 12, 2021) – The Petersen Automotive Museum, with Coker Tire as the presenting sponsor of the showcase, has announced it will host a curated display of…
Legendary Companies CEO Wade Kawasaki Encourages Enthusiasts to Drive a Collector Car This Friday. Chattanooga, Tenn. (July 9, 2020) – Car enthusiasts, much like sports fans, have struggled through the Covid-19 pandemic, as many of their favorite events have been canceled. For the average local car enthusiast, it’s common to attend at least one car-related event per…
Coker Tire adds high-performance speed-rated bias ply and radial tires to its product line. CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee (April 2020) – Coker Tire Company, the world’s largest manufacturer and supplier of collector vehicle tires and wheels, has expanded its product line with the addition of Avon Tyres. Coker Tire brought on this distinguished British brand as an excellent…
Former Edelbrock executive Steve Zitkus joins the Legendary team as its new CFO, bringing over 30 years of financial and manufacturing experience to the company. CHATTANOOGA, TENN. (October 18, 2019) – Legendary Companies – the holding company that includes Coker Tire, Wheel Vintiques, Universal Vintage Tire, Phoenix Race Tires, Specialty Wheel, MOR, Vintage Wheel Works, PS…
The 710 horsepower, Gulf Racing-liveried 2019 ROUSH Stage 3 Mustang custom-made for Legendary Companies President and CEO Wade Kawasaki made its public debut at the Monterey Car Week event on August 14, 2019 displayed alongside a new 2019 ROUSH F-150 SC pickup truck. Monterey, Calif. (August 14, 2019) – ROUSH Performance unveiled its newest custom…
Coker Group and its group of companies have rebranded under “Legendary Companies” to better represent the depth and variety of the growing enthusiast car market. CHATTANOOGA, TENN. (July 18, 2019)– Coker Group, the holding company comprised of leading manufacturers of collector car and motorcycle wheels and tires, which includes Coker Tire, Wheel Vintiques, Universal Vintage…
This second major acquisition by the Coker Group since its change of ownership in October 2018 expands Coker Group product offerings with the addition of two aluminum wheel brands, while maintaining its original vision of supplying quality wheel and tire products to the restoration, muscle and collector car market Chattanooga, Tenn. (January, 2019) – The Coker…
Wade Kawasaki, who has served as Coker Group President and COO for the past five years and is also the current Chairman of the SEMA Board of Directors, will remain at the helm of Coker Group as CEO CHATTANOOGA, TENN. (November 15, 2018) – The Coker Group, the leading manufacturer of collector car and motorcycle tires…
Coker Group will utilize MOR’s extensive history, knowledge and footprint in the European classic car market to increase its reach and distribution in the EU and beyond Chattanooga, Tenn. (October 31, 2018) – The Coker Group, the leading manufacturer of collector car and motorcycle wheels and tires that includes the Coker Tire, Wheel Vintiques, Universal Vintage Tire,…