Tire Industry Association

t’s a tough time to be in the automotive business right now since the economy appears to be headed for a prolonged recession. That’s good news for the automotive aftermarket as drivers will be more likely to repair their old vehicles and forego new car purchases. However, it can also be bad news because when the dollars tighten in the average household, vehicle maintenance becomes one of the first cuts in the budget so dealers go back into the business of “fixing” cars.... 051308

TIA has released the Spanish version of the 200-Level Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) Training Program. Pricing is the same as the English version – $150 for the kit and $35 for additional workbooks. To order this new program, please visit TIA’s website (shop) or call 1-800-876-8372,ext.107.

Earthmover Tire Service (ETS) Training Video Preview
Kevin Rohlwing, TIA Senior VP of Training, is wrapping up the production on the much anticipated Earthmover Tire Service (ETS) Training Program. The video is finished and the workbook design is complete. Currently, we are in the review process, asking industry professionals to examine the material. Once all the reviews are received and edits are made, we will go to production. TIA should be able to release this program for sale by the end of May. TIA has developed a 10-minute video trailer that you can view by clicking the video image above.

Zipper Rupture Bulletin Revised
The Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA) has revised its Industry Service Bulletin on how to identify potential sidewall zipper ruptures in commercial vehicle tires. The six-page bulletin describes proper inspection procedures for possible zipper ruptures on steel-belted radial truck/bus and light truck tires. It also presents precautionary measures tire technicians can use to avoid being killed or seriously injured by an exploding zipper rupture. Copies of the bulletin may be downloaded from RMA’s publication section on its website, www.rma.org, or by calling RMA at 800-325-5095.

TIA HAS TRAINED OVER
33,000 TIRE TECHINICIANS!!!
Contact TIA today to train your technicians.

TIA’s “Tire Safety Starts Here” campaign for members with certified technicians has been a success; however, it is still in its infancy in terms of potential. This campaign focuses on educating the consumer in both the retail passenger tire market and the commercial tire market. If you are interested in the FREE Tire Safety Starts Here promotional kit, please contact TIA at 800-876-8372, or Register online.

TPMS for Tire Dealers

Self-help books have been around for a long time, but the movement has definitely gotten out of hand when there's a Bird Watching for Dummies. Since we don't have a Dummies book for tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS), TIA has developed the first in a series of educational programs to train dealers on how this new technology will affect their companies.

Order TIA's Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Training Program -- the fastest-selling program in our history!

Automotive Tire Service (ATS) Training Programs
Finally, automotive and light truck tire service technicians have access to the most comprehensive, step-by-step information in the industry. The TIA member price for this 200-Level Basic ATS Program is only $150 (includes technician workbook, VHS, DVD, ICD and 12-month unlimited access to the web-based component.)

Fleet Truck Tire and Wheel Training — In the Maintenance Facility. Programs offering flexible options to train employees and are tailored to fit the needs of Fleets today.

TIA Announces Recaufair Alliance with U.S. Commercial Service, Tire Retread Information Bureau
Bowie, MD — (May 2, 2008) The Tire Industry Association (TIA) today announced today that they are exhibiting with the U.S. Commercial Service and the Tire Retread Information Bureau (TRIB) at the 2008 Recaufair Tire Show, which will be held May 5-8 in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Mr. Germano Julio Badi will represent TIA and Ms. Anne Evans, director of the Middletown Export Assistance Center, will be representing the U.S. Commercial Service. Members of TIA, TRIB and other U.S. companies interested in growing their export activities are invited to stop by the TIA stand. Acknowledged as the largest tire show in Latin America, the event’s organizers are anticipating 10,500 domestic and international visitors. The retreading, recycling, commercial and service sectors are the focus, and the show will also feature lectures on markets, technology, environment and social responsibility... (more)

TIA Partners With ASA to Offer
Free Web Page to Members
BOWIE, Maryland — (April 28, 2008) The Tire Industry Association (TIA) today announced that all of its members are eligible to receive a professionally designed web page for free. This new service is the result of a partnership between TIA and ASA Tire Systems (ASA), a well-known supplier of software tools to the tire industry... (more)

TIA Accepting Nominations for 2008 Hall of Fame
BOWIE, Maryland - April 21, 2008, The Tire Industry Association (TIA) today announced the association is accepting nominations for the 2008 Tire Industry Hall of Fame from May 1 to July 1, 2008. The Hall of Fame is open to individuals in the tire industry, including manufacturers, inventors, publishers, equipment suppliers, tire association executives, tire dealers, tire and rubber recyclers, and retreaders. The "Historical Contributors" category of the Hall of Fame recognizes those individuals who have been out of the industry for at least 20 years or more. These individuals may be retired, deceased, or may have begun their career in the tire industry and moved on to a different industry... (more)

Tire Industry Training & Events Calendar

May 20-23, 2008
Reifen
Essen, Germany

May 20-21, 2008
Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS)
Hyatt Regency O'Hare, Chicago, IL

May 21, 2008
TDA of Western PA Annual Family Picnic
Four Points Sheraton North, Pittsburgh, PA
Contact: Jack Grenier at 724-836-0309

Tires, Wheels & Equipment (TWE) / SEMA Show 2008
Tue., Nov. 4 – Fri., Nov. 7, 2008. Las Vegas, Nevada
The Performance Tires & Wheels section sponsored by TIA at the SEMA Show will now be called, Tires, Wheels & Equipment (TWE). REGISTRATION OPEN

2009 OTR CONFERENCE
February 19-21, 2009,
San Antonio, Texas
REGISTER ONLINE

Timing is everything and it is fortuitous that TIA FAX is in your hands now because we believe that you would like to inform your U.S. Senator how strongly you feel about having the IRS receiving your credit card receipts information. That’s right – a new proposal would require credit/debit card processors to report to the IRS an annual dollar figure of the credit/debit receipts they process for any and each “merchant.” Basically, a “merchant” is anybody in business that accepts credit or debit cards for payment... more 4-23-2008

For information on the Right to Repair Act and it's effect in Canada, go to: www.controlledautorepair.com.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please feel free to call Paul Fiore at 800-876-8372, ext. 102.

TPMS Lawsuit
TIA joined forces with Public Citizen, Goodyear, Bridgestone/Firestone, Cooper and Pirelli Tires to sue the Department of Transportation regarding the final rule on Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (click to download final rule by NHTSA). On June 6, 2005 a lawsuit was filed.

Help Promote TIA
TIA has created several quarter page black and white ads that can be placed in your publication or newsletter. Just download the hi-res PDF's and they are ready to use!

Tire Retread Information Bureau
A non-profit, member supported industry association dedicated to the recycling of tires through tire retreading and tire repairing.