UPDATE: U.S. Congress Warns Michelin on Iran
The Daily Beast reported Feb. 26 that French companies like Michelin could risk Pentagon contracts if they take further steps towards doing business with Iran. “International firms racing to do business with post-sanctions Iran could jeopardize their contracts with the U.S. military,” The Daily Beast reported. “Three Republican lawmakers who serve on the House Armed
TIA Cocktail Hour to Feature Former Congressman
The Tire Industry Association will host former congressman Albert Wynn at its TIA Cocktail Hour in Las Vegas, on Nov. 4. Wynn, a former representative of Maryland’s 4th district, will give some brief remarks during the event. Wynn served in the U.S. House of Representatives for 16 years, during which time he served on the
Congress OKs Punitive Tariffs on China-Made Tires
Congress has passed new legislation that would allow the government to impose higher tariffs on goods from state-controlled economies that subsidize exports to the U.S.
Congress to Take up Trade Tariff Question
Bloomberg is reporting that a new bill has been introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives that would pave the way for the U.S. government to apply additional duties to imported goods. The bill appears to be a specific reaction to the Dec. 19 U.S. Court of Appeals ruling that struck down countervailing duties the
ASA: Congress Should Support Vehicle Inspections
Automotive Service Association leaders met recently with key members of Congress and their staffs to discuss the importance of vehicle safety inspection programs. Less than half the states in the U.S. have any type of periodic motor vehicle safety inspection program, ASA claims, and of the states with programs, several only require vehicle inspection when
RTA Issues Open Letter to President, Congress
Urging greater government consideration and use of retreaded tires, the Retread Tire Association has issued an open letter to President Obama and the incoming 112th Congress. The letter was signed by Harvey Brodsky, RTA managing director, and reads: “As the managing director of the Retread Tire Association I want to bring to your attention the
Praise and Prayers for Wounded Congresswoman, Ex-Dealer
While Rep. Gabrielle Giffords (D-AZ) continues her recovery after an assassination attempt last weekend in Tucson, the tire industry is recalling her contribution as both a tire dealer and legislator. Rep. Giffords was among 20 people who were shot at a public gathering in her home Congressional district. Six people, including a federal judge and
ASA Pushes Congress for State Inspections
The Automotive Service Association leaders met with members of the U.S. House and Senate to urge Congress to support state-level vehicle inspection programs. ASA pointed out that less than half the states in the U.S. have any type of periodic motor vehicle safety inspection program. In addition to Washington, D.C., 29 states have no vehicle
Tire Technologies Congress Set for May
Based on the theme of “Interpreting Industry Legislation and Regulations, Exploring Cutting-edge Technologies and Trends,” event organizers are publicizing plans for the second annual Tire Technologies Congress in Shanghai, China. As you might expect, the conference will focus on the most controversial legislation and trade issues, but there will also be technology sessions. Organizers JFPS
Scrap Cap ‘n Trade Plan, Truckers Tell Congress
(Today’s Trucking) A cap-and-trade mandate in the U.S. would impose significant costs on truckers and jeopardize their businesses, American Trucking Associations First Vice Chairman Tommy Hodges told a Congressional Committee.