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July 21, 2015 02:00 AM

TB EDITORIAL: Time to support your association

Tire Business Staff
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    AKRON (July 21, 2015) — Tire dealer associations seem to be dwindling in importance in recent years — some have simply closed up shop, some are struggling to grow membership while others have remained active by merging with other trade groups.

    But trade associations still have a purpose and an important role in defending the business interests of independent tire dealers and auto service shop operators. It's the time-honored practice of solidarity.

    A group of dealers can accomplish more than any individual can, especially when it comes to dealing with the government.

    Some tire dealers may not see the benefit of membership in a trade association. Many of the discounts and benefits those groups offer in the way of insurance, credit cards, uniforms, training, etc., are offered by some marketing groups and distributor programs.

    Still, these companies rarely get into the fray of protesting a controversial bill before a state or federal legislature — one of the biggest benefits of a trade association.

    National and state associations are tasked with defending tire dealers' interests on the federal and state government levels, keeping a watchful eye on the multitude of bills introduced that could inadvertently harm small businesses.

    Case in point — in Tire Business' July 20 print issue there are stories on:

    • The Auto Care Association and the Tire Industry Association (TIA) backing a bill in Connecticut that mandates new vehicle dealers must present new car buyers with a printed explanation of the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, which states it is illegal for auto makers or dealers to void a warranty or deny warranty coverage because someone other than the car dealer performed a service or repair and/or used aftermarket parts.
    • In Michigan the Automotive Service Association is backing a senate bill that would forbid insurers from specifying which parts vendors an auto repairer can use when repairing a client's vehicle; and
    • TIA is vowing to fight “to the end” legislation in Congress that could bring back mandatory tire registration — to the detriment of independent tire dealers.

    These are just a few examples of how important trade associations still are.

    And that's why tire dealers and auto repairers should support trade associations both passively, by registering as a dues-paying member, and actively, by writing letters and speaking to legislators and voicing opinions and concerns to the association management.

    This editorial appears in the July 20 print edition of Tire Business. Have an opinion on it? Send your comments or a letter to the editor to [email protected].

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