TIA’s Dick Gust Talks Labor, Training & OTR Tire Recycling [Audio]
There’s never a dull moment in the tire industry: dealers are grappling with the recent labor shortage, the evolution of technology means dealers and their teams must stay on top of training and sustainability is at the forefront of tire technology. With more than 25 years in the tire industry, Tire Industry Association CEO Dick
TIA’s Dick Gust Talks Labor, Training & OTR Tire Recycling [Video]
In an industry that either makes or sells those four round circles of rubber that go on your vehicle, there’s quite a lot going on. Tire dealers are being hit hard by the most recent labor shortage, the evolution of technology teams you and your employees must stay on top of training and sustainability is
TIA Seeking Nominations for Board of Directors
TIA is seeking nominations for four board of director positions that will become open in November 2022. TIA says newly elected board members will serve three-year terms and may be re-elected to serve two additional three-year terms. Positions on the TIA board are open to individuals who fulfill the following requirements: Employed by a TIA
TIA’s OTR Tire Conference Heads to Arizona in 2023
The Tire Industry Association (TIA) says it will hold its 2023 Off-the-Road Tire Conference Feb. 22-25, 2023, at the Hilton El Conquistador Hotel in Tucson, Arizona. TIA unveiled the plans for next year’s event, the 68th annual conference, during the opening general session of this year’s OTR Tire Conference, Feb. 23 in Miramar Beach. The
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TIA Sets Dates for Certified ATS Class in Detroit
The Tire Industry Association (TIA) has finalized the dates for its Certified Automotive Tire Service Advanced Instructor training class in Detroit. It will be held May 17-20. The class is designed for the professional passenger and light truck tire technician with subjects ranging from the relationship between torque and clamping force to the tire pressure
Gallery: 2022 TIA OTR Tire Conference
The first in-person event for many since the pandemic, the Tire Industry Association‘s 2022 OTR Conference saw a year of record attendance at this year’s event in Destin, Florida. In its 67th year, the OTR Conference mixed educational sessions and fun with industry peers as attendees were able to gain a deeper understanding of the
TIA Schedules Six ATS Advanced Instructor Training Classes
The Tire Industry Association (TIA) has scheduled six in-person Certified Automotive Tire Service (ATS) advanced instructor training classes for 2022, the first of which is set for March 22-25 in Los Angeles. Certified ATS is a 300-level and 400-level certification program that provides in-depth and comprehensive instruction on the recommended procedures for servicing passenger and
TIA Announces CTS Instructor Courses for 2022
The Tire Industry Association (TIA) has scheduled six, in-person, 400-Level Certified Commercial Tire Service (CTS) instructor classes for 2022. TIA says the four-day certified CTS instructor class covers all aspects of medium/heavy truck tire service and also teaches attendees how to instruct a 300-level certified technician course in the field. The coursework consists of 18 modules,
2022 TIA OTR Tire Conference to Offer 12 Educational Sessions
The Tire Industry Association (TIA) has scheduled 12 general educational sessions and two break-out sessions for its 2022 Off-the-Road Tire Conference, which will take place Feb. 23-26, at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort and Spa in Miramar Beach, Florida. The educational sessions will focus on training, industry information, professional development and government affairs and