** Shares of RPM Automotive RPM.AX rise as much as 12.2%
to A$0.092, on track for their best day since Jan. 2, if gains
hold
** Stock hits highest level since Jan 30
** Wholesale tire distributor and retailer enters agreement
with Yokohama Tyre Australia
** Says deal for distribution of Yokohama products through
co’s Australia-wide tyre distribution infrastructure
** RPM will also operate as a preferred supply partner to
Yokohama's retail store network throughout Australia - co
** About 630,780 shares change hand compared to 30-day
average trading volume of 130,050 shares
** RPM down 4.7% this year as of last close
(Reporting by John Biju in Bengaluru)
((John.Biju@thomsonreuters.com;))