Who knows what this is? (Hint - Maxxis)

I find this very odd: 5/13/14 ABC News reported that the Rubber Manufacturers Association (tire industry trade group) are fighting laws that would require mandatory inspection of tires tires for age. Ford, GM and Chrysler all urge owners of vehicles to replace tires after six years of age. But the RMA says the six-year limit is ”an arbitrary date” not supported by facts and has hired lobbyists in various states to defeat laws that would require mandatory inspection of tire age. The executive director of the RMA said "We oppose legislation that have some sort of age limit on tires".
I would put the link to the news article, but not sure if it is permissible here on this forum.