LOUISVILLE, Ky. (April 22, 2005) — Universal Underwriters Group will offer a $250 “completed operations” deductible to qualified Tire Industry Association (TIA) member dealers that have at least three-fourths of their technicians certified under TIA's Automotive or Commercial Tire Service training programs.
The new deductible program—negotiated recently by TIA with Universal Underwriters—may be implemented when a TIA member becomes insured by Universal or at policy renewal time, TIA said.
“We're extremely pleased that Universal Underwriters has recognized the value of the TIA Certified ATS and CTS programs,” said Roy Littlefield, TIA executive vice president. “This will not only improve the safety of TIA members' businesses but also encourage the industry as a whole to raise the bar in service and repair practices.”