Harley City was lucky enough to have Corky Coker come down and check out the shop, here's just a short interview he did with Dave whilst down here. Check out his blog right here. Read More to watch the video
Introduction to Coker Tire and Corky
In 1974, Corky Coker was handed the reigns of the fledgling antique tire division of his father's Chattanooga-based B.F.Goodrich dealership. He sold vintage tires, which represented less than five percent of the company's total business, out of a 500 square foot space at the back of the retail center. Today, Coker Tire's antique tire division accounts for 95 percent of the business and is the world's largest and most prominent supplier of antique and classic tires for automobiles, trucks and motorcycles. Coker ships tires to every state in the U.S. and more than 32 foreign countries. The company now occupies some 95,000 square feet of space in six buildings nestled in the historic Southside district of downtown Chattanooga. Coker has faced and conquered many challenges and much adversity over the course of the last 28 years. This year marks Coker Tire's 45th Anniversary and according to Corky, each obstacle has made Coker Tire stronger and better positioned for the future. What follows is a brief account of Coker Tire's struggles up the industry ladder to success and market leadership.
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