TIA Plans Two More ATS Instructor Classes in 2022
The Tire Industry Association will offer its Certified Automotive Tire Service (ATS) Advanced Instructor training class twice in 2022 – the first Nov. 15 – 18 in Baltimore, Maryland, and the second Dec. 6 – 9 in Charlotte, North Carolina. According to the association, certified ATS is a 300-level and 400-level certification program that provides
TIA Hones in on EVs, Training & Gaining New Members
This year and into 2023, the Tire Industry Association has quite a bit on its agenda, including updating training programs, preparing dealers for future EV service, and, of course, lobbying for dealers on issues such as Right to Repair. TIA CEO Dick Gust shared the various ways the association is working to help tire dealer
TIA Honors Hall of Fame Inductees, Tire Dealers at Awards Ceremony
The Tire Industry Association (TIA) honored its latest Hall of Fame inductees and awarded other industry leaders at its Tire Industry Honors Awards Ceremony hosted at Bally’s Las Vegas Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas on Oct. 31, prior to the start of the Global Tire Expo/SEMA Show from Nov. 1-4. Tire Review Editor Madeleine
TIA Affirms Right to Repair Support, Pangle Takes the Helm as TIA President
The Tire Industry Association (TIA) hosted its annual membership meeting Monday afternoon, where members of its board and executive committee passed the torch to the association’s next president, recognized new board members and passed a timely resolution on right to repair. Outgoing TIA President Mason Hess, director of Purcell Tire and Service Center’s Global Mining
Sailun Tire President Dishes on ‘Limitless’ Potential of ERange EV Tire
Here’s a fact: Electric vehicle drivers who aren’t using tires built to handle the unique needs of EVs are only getting a surface-level EV experience. It’s like going to a 3D movie without your 3D glasses – sure, you still enjoyed the show, but you didn’t experience it the way it was intended. In the
TIA to Offer Six Educational Sessions at GTE and SEMA
The Tire Industry Association (TIA) says it will conduct six educational sessions during this fall’s Global Tire Expo (GTE) and SEMA shows in Las Vegas. The GTE takes place Nov. 1-4 at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas. TIA’s pre-show events include a TopGolf government affairs benefit on Sunday, Oct. 30 from 2
TIA Membership Elects Four Board Members
The Tire Industry Association (TIA) membership has voted in two incumbents, a newcomer and a former director to its 2022-2023 board. Re-elected were Russ Devens of McCarthy Tire Service and T.J. Trum of Pomp’s Tire Service. Gary MacCausland of VIP Tires & Service was elected to his first term and rejoining the Board after a
TIA to Hold CTS Instructor Class in Ohio
The Tire Industry Association (TIA) has three in-person, 400-Level Certified Commercial Tire Service (CTS) instructor classes in 2022, with the next one scheduled for Sept. 20-23 in Youngstown, Ohio. Additional classes will take place Oct. 11-14 in Louisville, Kentucky, and Dec. 6-9 in Brooksville, Florida. The four-day Certified CTS instructor class covers all aspects of
OTAA Announces Training Partnership with TIA
The Ohio Tire & Automotive Association (OTAA) has announced the launch of “OTAA Training Month,” which will take place through September and into October. During this time, the OTAA will host three regional training sessions at locations in Akron (Tire Review Magazine headquarters), Cincinnati (Tire Discounters training facility), and Findlay (Goodyear/Cooper training facility). The sessions
Voting Opens For 2022-2023 TIA Board
Thirteen candidates, including three incumbents, are vying for four open spots on the 2022-2023 Tire Industry Association board of directors. Those elected will serve three-year terms. The following are the board of director nominees: Gil Applegate, director of operations, Tredroc Tire Service, Elk Grove, Ill.; Bill Bailey, vice president of sales, customer service and training,
