The Tire Industry Association (TIA), established in 1921, is 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.
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.
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.
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.
TIA serves as a daily watchdog for federal and state legislation affecting tire dealers and the tire industry.
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.
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
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TIA Releases Safety and Training Bulletin for C-Type Light Truck Tires
BOWIE, Md. — The Tire Industry Association (TIA) has released a bulletin for retailers who service C-Type light truck tires. Earlier in the year, TIA asked the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) for an interpretation on whether C-type light truck tires were covered by 29 CFR 1910.177. The standard excludes light truck tires designated “LT” and C-type tires are considered light truck tires by the manufacturers even though they do not have the letters “LT” in the size designation. TIA’s position was that the exemption given to light truck tires designated “LT” should be extended to C-type tires because the service procedures are identical.
TIA Announces Dick Gust's Involvement with the Tire Recycling Foundation
BOWIE, Md. — The Tire Industry Association (TIA) is proud to announce that its CEO, Dick Gust, has joined the inaugural Board of Directors for the Tire Recycling Foundation (TRF), a joint initiative led by the U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association (USTMA) and TIA. The TRF’s mission is to foster innovation, accelerate sustainability, and support research and development efforts to advance tire recycling and the circular economy.
TIA Environmental Advisory Council Unveils New Industry Recommended Practices
BOWIE, Md. – The Tire Industry Association (TIA) is proud to announce the launch of a comprehensive set of new industry recommended practices aimed at promoting environmental sustainability within the automotive service sector. Developed by TIA’s Environmental Advisory Council (EAC), these best practices are now officially live on our website as of November 4, 2024.
