TIA’s Pindell Recognized as Industry Leader
LaKisha Pindell, director of meetings at TIA, was recognized as an industry leader in Connect magazine’s “40 Under 40” feature in the May/June 2014 issue. The annual cover story recognizes outstanding industry professionals under the age of 40 for their early and continued contributions in the professional organization, specialty association and sports events industry. Pindell
TRIB Partners with TIA for Educational Video
The Tire Retread & Repair Information Bureau, with the Tire Industry Association, has launched a video explaining the true causes of rubber on the roads. The video will be displayed at trade shows TRIB attends and be offered to news outlets to help dispel one of the continuing myths of retreading, the association said. “This
White to Keynote Latin American & Caribbean Tyre Expo
Matthew White, the Tire Industry Association’s director of tire service, is scheduled to keynote the Latin American & Caribbean Tyre Expo. White will give a presentation entitled “TIA Tire Technician Training: Tire Safety Starts Here,” on July 24 at 10:45 a.m. in the Salon Portobello. “I am honored to represent TIA at the Expo. This
TIA Wins Award for FTS Program
The Tire Industry Association’s Farm Tire Service (FTS) Program, released last year, has been recognized with a Telly Award in the safety category. TIA was also recognized with a 2013 Telly for its Winter Tire Replacement video. “The FTS Program is important for our members that service farm, agricultural and construction tire and wheel assemblies,”
TIA Releases Best Management Practices for Stormwater Management
The Tire Industry Association’s Environmental Advisory Council (EAC) has issued best management practices intended to provide steps that tire and battery automotive service facilities should undertake to minimize their impact on stormwater runoff. Stormwater is the precipitation that accumulates on the tire and battery automotive service facility’s property. Stormwater systems normally flow directly to a
Littlefield Clarifies TIA’s Position on Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 2014
In his weekly legislative update to members, Roy Littlefield, executive vice president of TIA, clarified TIA’s position on the introduction of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 2014. Bills introduced in both the and Senate seek to pull away the curtain and give consumers direct access to TREAD Act safety filings by both tiremakers and
TIA Opposes New Tariff on Chinese-Made Tires
The Tire Industry Association announced it opposes the proposal from the USW that seeks antidumping and countervailing duties on China-produced consumer tires exported to the U.S. The association previously opposed the similar measure in 2009. TIA said that while this measure, despite its well intentions, would not help preserve manufacturing jobs and could be harmful
Tire Industry HOF Deadline Nearing
The Tire Industry Association will continue to accept nominations for the 2014 Tire Industry Hall of Fame through July 7. The HOF is open to all individuals in the tire industry and may be awarded posthumously. Inductees are chosen based upon their contributions of new ideas, practices and innovations that promote the well-being of the
CR Responds to Associations
Earlier this month, several trade organizations wrote to Consumer Reports to rebut an article about aftermarket parts voiding vehicle warranties. The magazine addressed the complaint with a new article published on June 9 – “Can an Aftermarket Part Void My Car Warranty?” The Auto Care Association, Automotive Oil Change Association, Service Station Dealers of America
TIA Releases New Tire Safety Video
The Tire Industry Association released another consumer education video in its “Tire Safety Starts with…” series. This installment, “Tire Safety Starts with Inspection,” covers the regular inspection procedures that motorists should follow to check their tires for sufficient tread depth and irregular wear and explains pinch shock. “After a particularly harsh winter for most of
GTE Early Bird Hotel Pricing Deadline Looms
The deadline for early bird room rates at Caesars Palace, the Tire Industry Association’s host hotel for the Global Tire Expo, expires at the end of the month. Hotel rates in the Roman Tower are just $185 a night through June 27. The conference rate will rise to $215 starting June 28, TIA said. Reserve
Trade Associations Dispute Consumer Reports In Letter
Four trade organizations wrote a letter to the editors of Consumer Reports rebutting a May 20th article – “How a Cheap Oil Change Can Cost You in the Long Run” by Jon Linkov. The Auto Care Association, Automotive Oil Change Association, Service Station Dealers of America and Tire Industry Association said the article is based
