In the light of Michelin's experience at the 2005 US GP it was interesting to see the problems that Goodyear suffered at the NASCAR Allstate 400 this weekend.

Obviously circumstances were slightly different given that Goodyear are the sole tyre supplier in NASCAR, but the response to the issue was different as well:

Speaking on the Speedway's behalf, track president Joe Chitwoood said the situation is completely different to what happened in the 2005 Formula One US Grand Prix: "I think what you're seeing right now is different because we have Goodyear, NASCAR, and myself sitting up here talking about how we're in it together," Chitwood said. "The goal is to make sure the fans enjoy the event, that's what it's about when they come to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/69481

Perhaps NASCAR could teach F1 a thing or two