WASHINGTON (August 24, 2020) – The U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association (USTMA) announced it will launch 2020 National Tire Safety Week, August 31-September 6. The annual campaign, normally held at the start of the summer travel season, was postponed this year due to the impact of the COVID-19 crisis.  

WHAT:  National Tire Safety Week (NTSW) and its theme, “Know Your Roll,” is an annual initiative sponsored by the U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association (USTMA) to educate motorists about the importance of tire care, safety and maintenance.  

WHEN:  August 31-September 6, 2020

BACKGROUND:  National Tire Safety Week is an annual industry-led initiative, supported by partners across the country, with the goal of reminding consumers about the simple yet essential, safety-critical steps for proper tire care and maintenance. National Tire Safety Week is supported by USTMA members: Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Continental Tire the Americas, LLC; Cooper Tire & Rubber Company; Giti Tire (USA) Ltd.; The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company; Hankook Tire America Corp; Kumho Tire U.S.A., Inc.; Michelin North America, Inc.; Nokian Tyres; Pirelli Tire North America; Sumitomo Rubber Industries; Toyo Tire Holdings of Americas Inc., and Yokohama Tire Corporation.

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The U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association is the national trade association for tire manufacturers that produce tires in the U.S. Our 13 member companies operate 57 tire-related manufacturing facilities in 17 states and generate more than $27 billion in annual sales. We directly support more than a quarter million U.S. jobs – totaling almost $20 billion in wages. USTMA advances a sustainable tire manufacturing industry through thought leadership and a commitment to science‐based public policy advocacy. Our member company tires make mobility possible. USTMA members are committed to continuous improvement of the performance of our products, worker and consumer safety and environmental stewardship. For more information visit www.USTires.org and follow us on Twitter @USTires.