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The Steel Market Development Institute (SMDI) is a business unit of the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI). Founded in August 2008, the SMDI was previously known as AISI’s Market Development program.
SMDI’s objective is to grow the markets for steel in the automotive, construction and container industries and for value-added long products, as well as in non-traditional steel markets such as energy. The SMDI also influences local, state and federal officials on the benefits of steel to ensure legislation that provides a level playing field for steel products and practices.
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Category Archives: Trucks
5 Gifts for the Truck Lover in Your Life
Most people have someone in their life who they would describe as a truck lover. These people are usually just as strong and reliable as the steel their truck is made of and deserve something really nice for their truck … Continue reading
Big Trucks in the Lonestar State – a Recap of the Texas Truck Rodeo
This is a guest post courtesy of Nic Phillips, President, Texas Auto Writers Association If you think trucks are a BIG deal in Texas you should know that the coveted title of “The Truck of Texas” is almost as big as … Continue reading
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Tagged Ford Super Duty, Jody Hall, Longhorn Ranch, Nissan Armada, Nissan Titan XD, Ram 1500, steel, TAWA, Texas Auto Writers Association, Truck Rodeo, Trucks, Volvo XC90
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How to Winterize Your Truck
Winter is right around the corner, and as those in the Midwest and Northeast know all too well, it can take a serious toll on your truck. If moving to a warmer climate is out of the question, the next … Continue reading
Truck or Treat?
Halloween is coming, bringing the age old question of “What are you going to be for Halloween?” As many parents are realizing, that question doesn’t stop with your costume. If you are participating in a local Trunk or Treat event, … Continue reading
Lone Star State of Mind
This is a guest post courtesy of Michael A. Marrs, President, Texas Auto Writers Association With room to roam, driving in Texas is often seen as a rite of passage – after all, it is over 800-miles across the state … Continue reading
Why We Love Trucks
The Dodge Brothers, Henry Ford, Gottlieb Daimler, William Durant, to name a few, are all influential people involved in the evolution of the automobile and later the pickup truck. It’s clear that back in the 19th century, they had no … Continue reading
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Tagged Advanced High-Strength Steel, AHSS, Chevrolet, Chevrolet Colorado, Dodge Brothers, GMC Canyon, Gottlieb Daimler, Henry Ford, Kip Moore, Ram Trucks, steel, Trucks, William Durant
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Materials Matter When Buying a Truck
If you’re buying a truck this year – get ready to be overwhelmed with all of the options available. Trucks and crossover vehicles are some of this year’s most anticipated new models, but with so many models on the market, … Continue reading
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Tagged AHSS, Fuel Economy, Jimmy Fallon, lightweighting, Trucks
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Truck Country
This is a guest post courtesy of Michael A. Marrs, President, Texas Auto Writers Association The State of Texas has been involved in Americana since the early settlers found an environment that changed from the swamp land through great open … Continue reading
