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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new rule concerning many models of Airbus A321 airplanes due to a discovered error in aircraft data files regarding the width of the main landing gear tires. This error could lead to incorrect calculations that might affect airplane performance during takeoffs and stops on wet or contaminated runways, potentially causing runway excursions. To address this, the rule would require updates to the airplane flight manual to ensure accurate performance computations. The FAA is seeking comments on this proposal by March 28, 2025.

Rivian Automotive, LLC has submitted a proposal to the Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZ) Board requesting permission to engage in production activities at its facility in Normal, Illinois. The company plans to produce electric vehicles and related components while taking advantage of customs duty exemptions for foreign materials used in exports. By utilizing FTZ procedures, Rivian can choose favorable duty rates for certain components used in domestic sales and avoid duties on waste materials. Public comments on this proposal are welcomed until March 8, 2021.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has adjusted the results of a review concerning countervailing duties on certain off-the-road tires from India due to ministerial errors. Specifically, they corrected mistakes in how benefits under certain economic programs were calculated for ATC Tires Private Limited and Balkrishna Industries Ltd. As a result, Balkrishna's dumping margin was slightly increased, but ATC's margin remained unchanged. These adjustments also influence the duties to be assessed on these companies' products during the specified review period in 2022.

The United States International Trade Commission has announced expedited reviews as required by the Tariff Act of 1930 to decide if removing trade duties on passenger vehicle and light truck tires from China would likely cause harm to the U.S. industry in the near future. The reviews stem from a prior determination that responses from domestic parties were sufficient, but responses from respondents weren't. Interested parties can submit written comments with their views on the matter by January 14, 2021, though they must not include new factual information. The reviews have been deemed complex, allowing for a possible extension of the review period by up to 90 days.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a proposed settlement regarding the Crest Rubber Superfund Site in Alliance, Ohio. This settlement involves Bridgestone and its related companies, who will pay over $1.4 million to the Hazardous Substance Superfund to cover past cleanup costs. The EPA seeks public comments on this proposal for 30 days following the notice's publication. Comments must include specific details and be submitted by the deadline to be considered.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) received a petition to allow the importation of 1997 Jeep Wrangler vehicles that did not originally meet U.S. safety standards. The petitioner, Wallace Environmental Testing Laboratories, claims the non-U.S. certified vehicles are substantially similar to U.S. versions and can be modified to meet the required safety standards. Public comments on the petition are invited by February 3, 2021.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), part of the Department of Transportation (DOT), is seeking public comments on extending the current information collection requirements about potential defects in motor vehicles and equipment. This extension, without changes, aims to continue gathering crucial data to quickly identify safety-related issues. Public comments are welcome until March 17, 2025, and can be submitted via the Federal eRulemaking Portal or by mail. The feedback will help ensure that the information collection remains useful and efficient in enhancing vehicle safety.

The Department of Commerce has amended its preliminary determination regarding the investigation of passenger vehicle and light truck tire sales from Taiwan, which were alleged to be sold at less than fair value. This amendment was necessary to correct significant ministerial errors that impacted the calculated dumping margins for certain companies, particularly Cheng Shin Rubber Ind. Co. Ltd. The adjustments have resulted in reduced cash deposit rates, which are effective retroactively from January 6, 2021. The changes aim to ensure accurate assessment of tariffs on the affected tire imports.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has decided to terminate the investigation into allegations that glass wine bottles imported from Chile were being sold at unfairly low prices in the United States. This decision comes after the U.S. Glass Producers Coalition withdrew its petition for antidumping duties. Although some parties opposed this withdrawal, Commerce deemed ending the investigation to be in the public interest. Consequently, U.S. Customs will stop suspending shipments of these bottles and will refund any deposits collected from importers due to the investigation.

The National Park Service (NPS) is suggesting changes to the rules about which motor vehicles can drive on the beaches and oversand routes of Assateague Island National Seashore. They want to remove outdated requirements about vehicle weight, ground clearance, and size, which were made in 1976 and are seen as no longer necessary. NPS believes these changes will not harm the environment and will make it easier for more people to visit while still keeping safety and conservation in mind. Public comments are invited on these changes until March 18, 2025.