Who We Are

The Tire Industry Association (TIA), established in 1921, is an international non-profit association representing all segments of the tire industry, including companies that manufacture, repair, recycle, sell, service or use new or retreaded tires, and also those suppliers or individuals who furnish equipment, material or services to the industry. TIA is the leading advocate as well as instructor in technical training of tire service technicians.

Our Mission

The mission of TIA is to promote tire safety through training and education, to act as the principal advocate in government affairs and to enhance the image and professionalism of the industry so that our member businesses may be more successful. TIA has members from all 50 states and around the globe.

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Tire safety starts with trained technicians. From hands-on training and certification for experienced technicians, to basic online training for new hires, TIA offers programs that can be used by large and small companies alike.

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Joining TIA makes you part of a community that offers professional development, tire technician training, networking and government advocacy. In short, TIA is about helping its members succeed.

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TIA serves as a daily watchdog for federal and state legislation affecting tire dealers and the tire industry.

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Whether its help finding a certified tire dealer, OSHA mount/demount and rim matching charts, best management practices, government directories or something else, TIA is the go-to resource for the entire tire industry.

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TIA’s consumer safety videos are designed to educate motorists on the proper maintenance guidelines for passenger and light truck tires and tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS).
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Tire Safety Starts With Inspection
Tire Safety Starts With Tire Selection
Tire Safety Starts With Tire Registration
Tire Safety Starts With Tire Repair
Tire Safety Starts With TPMS
Tire Safety Starts With Winter Tires
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TIA Launches Tire Industry Scholarship to Support Future Leaders

Bowie, Md. – The Tire Industry Association (TIA) is proud to announce the launch of the Tire Industry Scholarship, created in partnership with the University of the Aftermarket Foundation (UAF).

TIA Releases Basic CTS Program in Spanish

Bowie, Md. – The Tire Industry Association (TIA) announced that the Spanish translation of the 200-Level Basic Commercial Tire Service (CTS) program is now available in workbook and video format as well as online thru the Online University. TIA members who subscribe to Basic CTS in English through the Online University will automatically have access to the program in Spanish at no additional charge.

TIA Announces New Product Liability Insurance for Retreaders Through Federated Insurance

Bowie, Md. – The Tire Industry Association (TIA) is pleased to announce an expanded partnership with Federated Insurance, a TIA member benefit company, to provide insurance protection for tire retreaders.

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Certified ATS Advanced Instructor Training

Upcoming class: August 4-7, in Seattle WA

Classes for Professional Passenger and Light Truck Tire Technicians

Certified CTS Instructor Training

Upcoming class: September 22-25, in Long Island, NY

Classes for Professional Commercial Tire Technicians

Earthmover Tire Service (ETS) Hands-On Training

Upcoming class: July 14-17, in Garner, IA

Hands-On Training for Professional OTR Tire Technicians

Industrial Tire Service (ITS) Hands-On Training

Upcoming class: December 2-4, in Brooksville, FL

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