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
Tire Safety Starts With Winter Tires
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TIA to Present Six Educational Sessions at 2024 GTE/SEMA Show
BOWIE, Md. – This fall, the Tire Industry Association (TIA) will offer six exclusive educational sessions during the Global Tire Expo (GTE) – Powered by TIA/SEMA Show. In addition, TIA’s incoming President, Debra Hamlin, will join a special SEMA panel discussion aimed at providing business owners and executives with the tools to develop confident and assertive leadership within the automotive aftermarket sector.
TIA Elects Five New Board Members
BOWIE – The Tire Industry Association (TIA) is pleased to announce the election of four members to its Board of Directors for the 2024-2027 term and the appointment of one member to fill a vacant position for the 2024-2025 term.
Tire Industry Association (TIA) to Host "Right to Repair Summit" at Global Tire Expo in Las Vegas
Bowie, MD – The Tire Industry Association (TIA) is pleased to announce the upcoming “Right to Repair Summit," a critical event that will take place on Monday, November 4th, 2024, at Planet Hollywood Las Vegas Resort & Casino. The Summit, scheduled from 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Melrose 4 room, comes on the eve of the Global Tire Expo (GTE) and SEMA Show, offering a prime opportunity for industry stakeholders to engage in an essential dialogue.