Mickey Thompson Tires & Wheels announced that John Bodart has assumed the role of president.

Bodart brings more than three decades of experience in the tire industry to the position. He has held leadership positions in the technical, quality, sales and manufacturing organizations of Cooper Tire, where he began his career. Additionally, Bodart played a critical role in the integration of Cooper Tire with The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company.

"Mickey Thompson’s commitment to designing and bringing innovative performance products to the marketplace has made it a leader in the performance aftermarket," said John Bodart, president of Mickey Thompson Tires & Wheels. "I look forward to working with the team to build upon the success of recent years and continue to elevate Mickey Thompson’s strength and performance as a business."

Max-Trac Tire Co., Inc., DBA Mickey Thompson Tires & Wheels, markets racing and high-performance tires and wheels for street, strip, truck, and off-road applications. Now a a wholly owned subsidiary of Goodyear, Mickey Thompson Tires & Wheels has remained independently operated since its founding in 1963 and is headquartered in Stow, Ohio, USA.