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USA Tyre Hall of Fame Nominations Open

Nominations will be accepted until 1 July for the Tire Industry Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame is open to individuals in the tyre industry, including manufacturers, inventors, publishers, equipment suppliers, tyre association executives, tyre dealers, tyre and rubber recyclers, and retreaders. In addition, TIA is accepting nominations for its Friend of the Industry Award, which recognizes allies and proven supporters of the tyre industry.

The deadline for nominations for the Tire Industry Hall of Fame and Friend of the Industry Award is 1 July. A nomination form for both awards is available on www.tireindustry.org or by calling TIA at 301-430-7280 ext. 109. (Tire Review/Akron)

25th June 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

Further US Reaction to ITC Ruling: Wait and See

While no one appeared to be surprised by the US International Trade Commission ruling yesterday on the USW’s petition to limit the importation of “Made in China” tyres, most took a wait and see attitude about the ruling.

The ITC voted 4-2 in favor of the union petition, saying that the growth in passenger tyre exports from China to the U.S. caused “disruption” in the US market. The ITC will send its specific ruling and suggested remedy on to the president by the end of this month, and the Obama Administration is slated to act by the end of September. “We anticipate that the final decisions on remedies will improve domestic job security, increase production and sales, and allow for investment in capital equipment to better compete in the global market for the long term,” said Tom Conway, USW International vice president. (Tire Review/Akron)

19th June 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

TIA Voices Opposition to Restrictions on Chinese Consumer Tyres

In a statement released on June 17, the Tire Industry Association has claimed the USW initiated petition currently before the US International Trade Commission (ITC) will neither benefit consumers nor help preserve manufacturing jobs in America. While the TIA refers to the proposal under consideration by the ITC as “well-intentioned”, the organisation believes it to be one that will bring severe financial harm upon many retailers and motorists by restricting the availability of affordable tyres.

18th June 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

Michelin, TIA Partner on Truck Tyre Video

TIA and Michelin North America have partnered to create a new training video for truck fleets. The 20-minute video titled “Wheel End Safety” is “intended to provide maintenance personnel and drivers with installation and inspection guidelines to improve wheel-end performance and safety,” Michelin said. The video is available as a free download on TIA’s Web site – www.tireindustry.org – and on MNA’s Web site – www.michelintruck.com.

In order to illustrate the danger of a wheel-off incident, TIA worked with Michelin engineers to construct a controlled test at Michelin’s Laurens Proving Grounds in South Carolina, where the tyre and wheel assemblies could be filmed after they separated from a trailer. After several successful attempts, a parked car was placed in the path so multiple cameras could record the footage. (Tire Review/Akron)

7th May 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

Bridgestone & TIA Educating Consumers With New Video

Bridgestone Americas is helping consumers make informed choices through the production of a short video that will be launched in time for ‘National Car Care Month’ in April. The company has teamed up with the Tire Industry Association (TIA) to work on the seven-minute video, which is available for viewing online.

The video, titled ‘Passenger Tire Replacement’, is comprised of three modules: Module 1 discusses tyre sizing and how the information contained on the vehicle tyre placard helps consumers select the best tyre and inflation pressure for their vehicle. Module 2 helps consumers understand tyre replacement guidelines, most importantly the proper installation when replacing only two tyres and the consequences of improper installation. Module 3 educates consumers on the critical issue of tyre rotation, and how proper tyre rotation can save consumers money, fuel and ensure maximum tyre life and performance.

8th April 2009/by Tyrepress Editors

TIA Cancels Retread Appearance Contest

The TIA has announced that, due to the current economic situation and other factors including the increased cost of shipping, it is regretfully cancelling the 2009 Retread Appearance Contest that was planned in conjunction with the 2009 TIA Commercial Tire & Retread Conference (CTRC).

19th December 2008/by Tyrepress Editors

TIA Readies Commercial Event, Retread Contest Back

Fresh off the 2008 SEMA Show, TIA has turned its focus on the the 2009 Commercial Tire, Retread & Recycling Conference (CTRRC), which will be held at the Rosen Centre Hotel in Orlando on Feb. 9-11. The CTRRC will again be held in conjunction with the American Trucking Association’s Technology and Maintenance Council (TMC) annual meeting.

As part of the CTRRC, TIA is bringing back the Retread Appearance Contest, which will be held at the TIA Retread Pavilion. In a twist from previous years, this year’s Retread Appearance Contest will be voted on by the TMC fleet attendees. Details on the Retread Appearance Contest are available at TIA’s Web site at www.tireindustry.org. (Tire Review/Akron)

13th November 2008/by Tyrepress Editors

François Michelin Inducted into TIA Hall of Fame

An honour that carries particular weight in North America is the ‘hall of fame’, a distinction for those who achieve lifelong excellence in their specific field, whether it be sports, music – or tyres. This year one of the historical contributor inductees into the Tire Industry Association (TIA) Hall of Fame was Mr. François Michelin, former managing partner of the Michelin Group. In November ceremonies held during the annual TIA “Breakfast with the President,” Mr. Michelin was recognised for his accomplishments and contributions to the tyre industry, including his support for the advancement of radial tyre technology.

12th November 2008/by Tyrepress Editors

TIA Releases Earthmover Tyre Service Programme

As part of its continuing quest to educate technicians on the proper safety procedures for servicing tyres, the Tire Industry Association has released a new training program for OTR and earthmover markets. Basic Earthmover Tire Service (ETS) outlines the minimum skills and safety guidelines for servicing one-piece, three-piece, five-piece and double gutter OTR assemblies. Designed as an in-house training program, ETS is comprised of a 3.5-hour video and a 350-page color workbook. Students who successfully complete the final exam and skills demonstration will receive a TIA certificate of completion.

Basic ETS is divided into 15 different modules on subjects ranging from tyre nomenclature and service truck operation to site preparation and hydraulic tools. “Basic ETS is another example of TIA responding to the need for safety training in the tire industry,” remarked TIA Executive Vice President Roy Littlefield. “OTR tyres present unique risks to technicians due to their size and volume of air, and Basic ETS will provide them with valuable information that they can use to protect themselves and others.” (Tire Review/Akron)

11th September 2008/by Tyrepress Editors

Questions for Your Tyre Repairers: The US’ Tire Industry Association

Citing the continuing escalation of the price of oil and rubber, the TIA of the USA has compiled a list of five questions that fleets should ask of their tyre repairer of choice. This, the company believes, should help companies ensure that their tyres are being repaired using the approved method.

The suggested questions are the following:
“Will the tyre be demounted from the rim, so it can be thoroughly inspected? On-the-wheel, or plug repairs are by far the most dangerous, because the tyre is never removed from the rim to be inspected on the inside.

22nd August 2008/by Tyrepress Editors

TPMS Maker Expands TIA Certified Ranks

Four more Schrader-Bridgeport International employees and representative agents have become TIA Certified Automotive Tire Service (ATS) instructors.

Schrader said it’s Certified ATS Instructors are available to educate technicians and improve their skills and expertise, reflecting the company’s commitment to providing professional, certified TPMS trainers.

Equipped with the proper training, technicians who are TIA Certified have the knowledge and skill to profitably service TPMS systems and avoid damaging critical components. (Tire Review/Akron)

16th July 2008/by Tyrepress Editors

Last Wake-Up Call

There follows an opinion piece from Jim Smith of Tire review across the Atlantic on the subject of ageing tyres:

I hurtled through a range of negative emotions after watching ABC’s “20/20” assault on the tire industry. After turning the whole thing over in my mind countless times, I finally came to the conclusion that it didn’t really matter.

They were right. 100% right.

ABC’s 10-minute primetime pasting of tire retailers and manufacturers selling so-called “old tires” was dead nuts on.

10th July 2008/by Tyrepress Editors

TIA Appoints New Treasurer and Sectretary

At its annual conference between 11 and 13 June, the Tire Industry Association (TIA) elected Tom Formanek as the new Board treasurer, and Michael Berra, Jr. as the new secretary. Both Formanek and Berra will assume their new roles effective 3 November, 2008.

Formanek is the manager of Tire Service Products with Stellar Industries, based in Garner, IA. He has served as a TIA Board member since 2002 and was a Tire Association of North America (TANA) and National Tire Dealer & Retreader Association (NTDRA) Board Member since 1992.

2nd July 2008/by Tyrepress Editors

Two South America Companies Join TRIB

Brazil’s KeycomeX and Bolvia’s Renovadora de Llantas have joined the Tire Retread & Repair Information Bureau. Both companies joined TRIB while visiting the TIA/TRIB booth during Recaufair Pneu Show, the International Tires and Equipment Exhibition and Conference, held in São Paulo, Brazil.

“We are very happy to welcome both KeycomeX and Renovadora de Llantas to the TRIB family and we know they will enjoy the many benefits TRIB offers to its members worldwide,” said Harvey Brodsky, TRIB managing director. (Tire Review/Akron)

9th May 2008/by Tyrepress Editors

TIA Partners with US Commercial Service, TRIB for Recaufair

The Tire Industry Association (TIA) is to exhibit alongside the US Commercial Service and the Tire Retread Information Bureau (TRIB) and the at the 2008 Recaufair Tire Show, which will be held 5-8 May in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Germano Julio Badi will represent TIA and Anne Evans, director of the Middletown Export Assistance Center, will be representing the US Commercial Service. Members of TIA, TRIB and other US companies interested in growing their export activities are invited to stop by the TIA stand. Acknowledged as the largest tire show in Latin America, the event’s organizers are anticipating 10,500 domestic and international visitors. The retreading, recycling, commercial and service sectors are the focus, and the show will also feature lectures on markets, technology, environment and social responsibility.

8th May 2008/by Tyrepress Editors