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Chinese Chassis Under Investigation

8/28/2020

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On July 30, 2020 the Coalition of American Chassis Manufacturers filed antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) petitions on certain chassis and subassemblies thereof from China. The Coalition includes Cheetah Chassis Corporation, Hercules Enterprises, LLC, Pitts Enterprises, Inc., Pratt Industries, Inc., and Stoughton Trailers, LLC. The alleged dumping margin in the filing was 211.49%
 
The chassis and subassemblies thereof are further defined to include finished and unfinished, assembled or unassembled, coated or uncoated regardless of the number of axles. The subassemblies description includes reference to;
  • Chassis frames, or sections of chassis frames, including kingpins or kingpin assemblies, bolsters consisting of transverse beams with locking or support mechanisms, goosenecks, drop assemblies, extension mechanisms, and/or rear impact guards 
 
  • Running gear assemblies or axle assemblies for connection to the chassis frame, whether fixed in nature or capable of sliding fore and aft or lifting up and lowering down, which may or may not include suspension(s) (mechanical or pneumatic), wheel end components, slack adjusters, axles, brake chambers, locking pins, and tires and wheels 
 
  • Landing gear (legs) or landing gear assemblies, for connection to the chassis frame, capable of supporting the chassis when it is not engaged to a tractor 
 
  • Assemblies and/or components that connect to the chassis frame or a section of the chassis frame, such as, but not limited to, pintle hooks or B-trains (which include a fifth wheel), which are capable of connecting a chassis to a converter dolly or another chassis
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  •  Importation of any of these subassemblies, whether assembled or unassembled, constitutes an unfinished chassis for purposes of this investigation. 

NATM convened its Special Projects Subcommittee to evaluate the case, its scope, and potential impact to the industry. The Association also reached out to contacts in peer groups as well as some petitioners for additional insights.
 
Importantly, this language would include materials brought in to be further assembled as well as fully assembled products. In discussions with certain members of the coalition, it was clear the intention was to include potential workarounds to the chassis and subassemblies, thus identifying unassembled products as well. Essentially, this includes kits that could be sold as components needing further assembly upon receipt.
 
On September 11, the International Trade Commission (ITC) made an affirmative preliminary injury determination. Investigations will now be undertaken for the Department of Commerce (DOC) to gather information from respondents and the Chinese government. DOC is to make its preliminary decision by October 23, 2020 of the CVD case and January 6, 2021 on the AD case.
 
For a complete outline of the case schedule, click here.
 
NATM member companies may receive requests for information and should respond accordingly. NATM will continue to monitor the situation and the impact on its members, though at this time any direct participation by the Association in the case has not yet been deemed appropriate. 
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Meet the Team

8/28/2020

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Kendra Ansley - Executive Director

Kendra Ansley is the NATM Executive Director and has been with the Association since 2011. During her tenure she has been Membership Assistant, Quality Director, and Assistant Director.  When she is not working to improve trailer safety or advocating for the needs of members in the regulatory arena, Kendra can be found chasing after her toddler or her Golden Doodle who still hasn’t outgrown his puppy phase. She also pretends to be an avid reader and jogger when she can find the time. 

Reach out to Kendra if you have questions regarding the Government Affairs program, the Strategic Plan or general questions about the Association. 

Meghan Ryan - Assistant Director

Meghan Ryan is the assistant director and has been with NATM since September 2012.  She enjoys traveling and looking for her next adventure including skydiving, kayaking, hiking and napping. She can often be found laughing with colleagues or petting her favorite coworker, Shadow, her Pyrenees-Spitz mutt that regularly shares her office and finds the early mornings “ruff”.

Reach out to Meghan if you have questions regarding the Convention & Trade Show, NATM Membership or educational programming. 


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Terry Jones - Technical Director

Terry Jones is a graduate of Kansas State University with a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Social Science and a Master of Community Development.  Terry and his wife have two boys, Dawson and Easton, and another boy on the way, all of which take up much of his free time. When he does find time to himself, he enjoys Kansas State football, Sporting Kansas City soccer, golfing and reading, specifically on the topic of United States history.

Reach out to Terry for questions regarding the Compliance Verification Program, consultations or general technical questions. 

Savana Morrison - Marketing Director

Savana has been with the association since August 2017.  This two-time Drake University Alumna is a PR powerhouse that loves to flex her creative muscles. Her favorite projects are the ones that allow her to strategize, build a plan and see it through. When she's not busy developing the latest NATM marketing tactics, she can be found baking treats for her coworkers, adding "the last" finishing touches to her Pinterest-inspired apartment or researching her next travel destination.

Reach out to Savana for questions regarding NATM Marketing, Trailer Safety Week or general questions about the Association. 
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Monica Johnson - Quality Director

Monica has been with NATM for 12 years as a Jane-of-all-trades, currently managing the ISO based NATM quality program, also maintaining the company membership database and assisting with the compliance verification program. Believe it or not, for many years she used to be the vice president of a company that franchised a Mexican fast food restaurant chain.  Spending time hanging with her family, friends and redbone coon hound make her happy and thus easier to work with.

Reach out to Monica for general questions regarding the Association.

Scott Crimmins - Compliance Consultant

Scott is a graduate of Washburn University with a major in Finance.  Scott’s experience in the casualty and property insurance claims industry is applicable to his role as compliance consultant as he has conducted many appraisals on damaged property including automobiles, RV’s and semi-tractors and trailers. Scott and his wife Laurie have three children, one son and twin daughters.  In his free time, he enjoys Kansas State and Washburn University’s football and baseball teams.  

Reach out to Scott for questions regarding the Compliance Verification Program or consultations. 
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Sean Sloan - Compliance Consultant

Sean Sloan is a graduate of Baker University with a major in Business Administration. Sean’s experience in corporate and government purchasing meant regular communication with manufacturers and suppliers which has lent itself well to his new role. Sean and his wife Jeni have five children. In his free time, he enjoys tennis, fishing, and watching KU basketball.

Reach out to Sean for questions regarding the Compliance Verification Program or consultations. 

Elizabeth Moore - Tracks Editor

Elizabeth received her bachelor’s in English with an emphasis in creative writing and sociology with minors in women and gender studies and communication at Washburn University. Her educational background in English and communication will serve her well in her role as Tracks Editor. She served as the co-editor in chief of the 2020 edition of Inscape, Washburn University’s literary journal. In her free time, Elizabeth enjoys reading, playing Animal Crossing, and going for walks. She will soon be moving into her first apartment and can’t wait to decorate it. 
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Reach out to Elizabeth if you have any questions regarding Tracks.
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Cindy Steeter - Bookkeeper

Cindy Streeter is the bookkeeper for NATM.  She has been employed at NATM since July 2011.  She is very detailed oriented and enjoys working with numbers.  Away from work, she likes to cook (especially cookies) for friends and grandchildren.
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Reach out to Cindy with questions regarding invoices. 

Kay Deever - Administrative Assistant

Kay received her bachelor’s in political science and government at Kansas State University and her Master’s in  Biblical studies with an emphasis in program management at  Colorado Christian University. Her past experience with the Geary Community Healthcare Foundation in Kansas and the American Holistic Nurses Association will serve her well in her role as administrative assistant.  
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Reach out to Kay with questions regarding Decal orders, Trailer Safety Product orders or general questions about the Association. 
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Dealer Compendium Launched for Dealer Affiliates

8/28/2020

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The National Association of Trailer Manufacturers (NATM), known as the resource for safety and compliance for the light- and medium-duty trailer industry, published its first edition of the NATM Light- and Medium-Duty Trailer Dealer Resource Compendium.
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Known as the Dealer Compendium, this document will launch Sept. 1, and is free to all NATM Dealer Affiliates. The Compendium is full of educational content and materials that will help trailer dealers access essential information quickly and easily in one place. The document includes state laws, helpful trailer safety information, as well as resources NATM Dealer Affiliates can pass along to their customers.

Modeled after the NATM Guidelines for trailer manufacturers, this resource guide is over 300 pages and contains information on:
  • State Towing Laws
  • State Brake Laws
  • State Safety Chain Laws
  • State License Plate Laws
  • Commercial Driver’s Licenses
  • State Dealer Registration/Licensure Laws
  • Towing Tandem Trailers Information
  • Tire Recordkeeping
  • Federal Excise Tax
  • Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings
  • Early Warning Reporting and Safety Recalls
  • Safe Trailering Resources
  • Dealer Checklists
  • Selling NATM Compliance
  • Social Media Marketing Kit
  • Trailer 101 Articles
  • Trailer Definitions
  • COVID-19 Workplace Safety Guidance

The information featured in the Compendium is gathered from resources such as the U.S. Department of Transportation, the Society of Automotive Engineers, Inc., the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators, the Recreational Vehicle Industry Association, and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration amongst others. The Compendium will be updated annually by NATM Staff and Committees that stay abreast of changing regulations and vet the addition of the document’s contents.

The National Association of Trailer Manufacturers (NATM) has been committed to trailer safety for more than 30 years. While NATM has long worked with trailer manufacturers, industry suppliers and service providers, trailer safety can only be improved through dealer interaction and consumer education. The NATM Dealer Affiliate program is an opportunity to unify the trailer industry to improve trailer safety. In addition to granting access to NATM’s publications such as Tracks magazine, the NATM Insider, dealers receive hard copies of safety resources to distribute to customers.
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For more information about how the National Association of Trailer Manufacturers can assist your dealership, visit
www.NATM.com, email NATM Assistant Director Meghan Ryan at Meghan.Ryan@natm.com or call (785) 272-4433. 

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