More News & Views on China Tire Tariff Tiff
The avalanche of news stories, commentary and analysis continues in the wake of the Obama Administration’s imposition of a three-year tiered added tariff on imported China-made passenger tires. Here is a sampling of the most relevant items from the past day: China and U.S. Rule Out ‘Trade War’China View – China and the United States
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
Tire Trade Deadline Draws Near
Forbes – Today, the decision about whether to restrict tires imported from China is in the hands of President Barack Obama. At issue is whether the Chinese-made, low-end tires sold in the U.S. for use on cars and light trucks are flooding the market in a way that "disrupts" domestic production. The tires are sold
WRAP to Launch Tyre Crumb Quality Protocol
According to Waste & Resources Action Programme (WRAP), the publication of a new Quality Protocol (QP) and certification scheme will help to drive the market for rubber crumb and shred derived from used tyres. Mervyn Jones, joint project executive and head of manufacturing at WRAP told Tyres & Accessories the Quality Protocol will assure material
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”
Tyre Industry Organisations Working to Reduce Injuries
Musculoskeletal disorders, which often arise from poor manual handling practice, are the most common cause of occupational ill health in Britain and currently affect a million people a year – and they are said to cost the nation some ≤5.7 billion.
Will It Go Round in Circles?
Now that NHTSA has set out its 177-page proposal on testing and grading tires for fuel efficiency – not to mention a consumer tire care education program – one can’t help but look back fondly at the early days of Uniform Tire Quality Grading, NHTSA’s first attempt at testing and grading.
Tire Hall of Fame Nominations Open
Nominations will be accepted through July 1 for the Tire Industry Hall of Fame.
Reaction to ITC Ruling: Wait and See
While no one appeared to be surprised by the U.S. International Trade Commission ruling yesterday on the USW’s petition to limit the importation of “Made in China” tires, most took a wait and see attitude about the ruling.
India’s ATMA Seeks NR Duty Reduction
India’s Automotive Tyre Manufacturers’ Association (ATMA) is seeking to have the customs duty on natural rubber waived in order to help domestic manufacturers compete against imported tyres.