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LIVE AT SEMA: Updated TPMS Relearn Chart Released, Digital Version in Works

TIA has introduced a revised and updated version of its popular TPMS Relearn Chart, and association officials say plans are underway to create a digital version for tire dealers. The update includes all 2009 and some 2010 model-year cars, TIA said, and can be ordered by phone (800-876-8372), or via the TIA Web site at

ITA Releases Solid Tyre Fitment Guide

The Industrial Tyre Association (ITA) has issued a new guidance note about the fitting of industrial solid tires using tire presses. The industry association, reports Tyres & Accessories, said it was keen to raise standards in the industry after hearing incidences of serious injuries caused by the incorrect use of tire presses. As a result,

India Retreader Joins TRIB

Retreader Sundaram Industries Ltd. has joined the Tire Retread & Repair Information Bureau, giving the association nearly 500 members in 50 countries. Sundaram Industries is one of the oldest and largest retreading and retread supply companies in India. “TRIB continues to add members as more and more companies in the new tire and retread industries

Peter Taylor Picks Up OBE

Tyre Recovery Association (TRA) secretary general and Imported Tyre Manufacturer’s Association (ITMA) director Peter Taylor received the Order of the British Empire during a ceremony at Buckingham Palace on Oct. 15. The award was presented by Queen Elizabeth, reported Tyres & Accessories. Taylor received the award for services to the tyre industry and for his

2009 Top Shop Finalist: Griffin Brothers

You would expect tire dealers in the heart of NASCAR country to know something about automobiles. Griffin Brothers Tires, Wheels, and Auto Repair in the Charlotte, N.C., area not only knows tires, but the company also has mastered the art of building relationships with people. Over the past 48 years, this family-run company has built

Top Shop Honorees Share More Keys to Success

I have written this column for several years now, many times discussing various aspects of performance, whether it is tires, wheels or suspensions. And I’ve tried to focus on tangible items we can touch and measure, one against another, to derive the best product for a given application. As we head to Las Vegas and

TRIB’s Newest Member from Venezuela

Venezuela’s Improsa has joined the Tire Retread & Repair Information Bureau (TRIB), bringing TRIB’s membership to nearly 500 members in 50 countries.  “TRIB continues to add members as more and more companies in the new tire and retread industries throughout the world realize that TRIB is the only international retread industry association representing new tire

R2R Canada: Shops Get ‘Voluntary’ Deal With Automakers

Globe and Mail – Automakers have struck a non-binding deal granting Canada’s independent garages access to the proprietary software and tools to fix newer-model cars – but the vehicle repair industry’s largest trade association warns a voluntary accord will not work. Access to auto makers’ technical secrets will be an increasing necessity in the Canadian

TIA ‘Deeply Disappointed’ in Tariff Decision

TIA said it is “deeply disappointed” in the Obama Administration’s decision to place added tariffs on imported China-made passenger tires. The association, which made no prior public statements regarding the situation, issued a statement yesterday calling the decision “politically motivated.” TIA also pointed to a study by economics professor Thomas Prusa of Rutgers University that

Exporters Urged to Unite Against Tariff Hike

China Daily – Fan Rende was so angry on Saturday he skipped breakfast, lunch and dinner to work on a petition to United States President Barack Obama in protest at the higher tariff placed on Chinese tire imports. The chairman of the China Rubber Industry Association was especially incensed as he feels the decision was