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
China Considers WTO Relief as Tariff Ruling Looms
(Reuters) Tariffs against Chinese exports in a falling market might not fit a safeguard mechanism China agreed to when it joined the World Trade Organisation, Chinese trade sources said on Wednesday. Experts suggest that position may signal a new strategy to counter potential U.S. tariffs on Chinese-made tyres. The Obama administration is expected to soon
Needles in the Haystack
If you’ve ever tried to find something on a government Web site, you’ll know why we do what we do. TheU.S. Trade Representative posted to a federal government Web site thestatements sent to it for an Aug. 7 hearing on the International TradeCommission’s recommendation of a heavy additional tariff on importedpassenger tires from China. The
India Retreader Joins TRIB
India’s Tyresoles Pvt. Ltd. has joined the Tire Retread & Repair Information Bureau (TRIB), bringing TRIB’s membership to nearly 500 members in 50 countries.
50 State Solution? Add It All Up and the Writing is On the Wall
Three years ago, the RMA was busy crafting and politicking a federalbill on tire fuel efficiency that eventually became part of the 2007Energy Bill. Back in 2005, you’ll recall, gas prices were goingthrough the roof. $2.20, then $2.45, then $2.60. Tires, as always,became the focal point, with consumers looking for ways to save moneywith “better”
Um, Ah, Hmmm
Want to watch a U.S. tire exec struggle and stumble? Ask their opinion of the entire USW-Chinese tire mess. Ofall of the stories I have covered in this industry over the last 25years, only two have garnered more attention and more ink: Sir JamesGoldsmith’s greenmail run on Goodyear back in the 1980s and theBridgestone recall
Team USA is Newest TRIB Member
Team USA, located in San Antonio, Texas, has joined the Tire Retread & Repair Information Bureau, bringing TRIB’s membership to nearly 500 members in 50 countries.
Do Not Confuse Retreaded Tyres With Regrooved
(Bernama) Vehicle owners should not confuse retreaded tyres with regrooved tyres, following the government ruling to issue summonses to those using regrooved tyres, beginning November.