News Archive
04 Dec 2013
Licensing will improve standards– Farrell
The introduction of the Irish Tyre Industry Association (ITIA) License Scheme will bring improved standards, service and safety into the tyre trade., according to ITIA President Kevin Farrell.
04 Dec 2013
ITIA diary date
The Irish Tyre Industry Association (ITIA) Annual General Meeting and Awards takes place at the Mullingar Park Hotel, Mullingar, Co. Westmeath on Saturday, March 8 at 4.00pm.
02 Dec 2013
‘Outstanding’ tyre safety award for Highways Agency
The Highways Agency in the UK has taken top honours at an awards ceremony after being recognised by TyreSafe for its efforts in raising public awareness of tyre safety issues.
27 Nov 2013
Continental launches updated European Winter Tyre Regulations guide
Continental Tyres has produced an update to its comprehensive guide for truck and coach operators travelling to mainland Europe this winter. Winter tyre regulations differ greatly between countries, and complying with local legislation is essential to stay safe and avoid costly fines.
25 Nov 2013
‘Pre-Christmas Giveaway’ via this website
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20 Nov 2013
ITIA wants outright ban on part worn tyres
The Irish Tyre Industry Association (ITIA) is calling an outright ban on the sale and fitment of part worn tyres. The ITIA is poised to make a submission to the Road Safety Authority on the issue of part worn tyres.
13 Nov 2013
Licensing will improve standards – ITIA says
The recently introduced Irish Tyre Industry Association (ITIA) licence scheme will bring improved standards, service and safety into the tyre trade, the association says.
06 Nov 2013
Mixed response to Tyre Safety Week
This year’s National Road Safety Week ran October 7-13 and the Irish Tyre Industry Association continued its close association with the Road Safety Authority, in offering motorists free tyre checks and giving out free safety packs. Over 100 ITIA retail members took part, with over 5,500 packs sent out.
06 Nov 2013
Consumers influenced EU Tyre Label
More than two out of three consumers who bought tyres in 2013 have been influenced by the EU Tyre Label.
31 Oct 2013
Xavi Foj joins Cooper Tire as brand ambassador
Multiple Dakar Rally winner, Xavi Foj, is to join Cooper Tire as brand ambassador to the manufacturer’s acclaimed 4×4 tyre range, in a two-year deal.
31 Oct 2013
Treat tyres properly this Halloween – TRACS says
TRACS (Tyre Recovery Activity Compliance Scheme) is asking members of the public not to burn waste tyres this Halloween. It is also advising retailers that giving waste tyres to be used on bonfires is against tyre industry best practice, is illegal and pollutes the atmosphere.