SKF helps Maverick Transportation keep wheels attached
Having a wheel fly off while driving can be catastrophic, and SKF says TraX and Road Ready help catch issues early.
Accuride steel wheels approved for higher PSI rating
Several models of Accuride’s steel wheels are now approved for use with higher PSI.
SAF-Holland fifth wheels to take moderate, severe-duty standard positioning on Freightliner, Western Star trucks
SAF-Holland’s FW35 and FW70 fifth wheels will take standard position on various Freightliner and Western Star tractors.
Hot Wheels: The dangers of overheated trailer tires and how to prevent them
Hot wheels are great for racing, but for your fleets operations? Not so much. Prevent overheating with these tire-saving tips.
Maintenance to keep your heavy-duty truck wheels going round and round
Keeping your wheels in top shape is essential for your fleet’s operations. What preventative maintenance should be carried out?
Alcoa Wheels expands portfolio with aerodynamic solutions
Alcoa Wheels has launched its new steer wheel cover and the drive wheel cover plus wheel. The new products add aerodynamic advantages to Alcoa wheels, provide fuel savings by way of reducing air drag, are durable, easy to install and allow for seamless wheel inspections, according to Alcoa. Aerodynamic steer cover This patent-pending design is
Alcoa reveals next generation of lightweight aluminum wheels
Alcoa Wheels introduced two new products featuring revolutionary technology at the 2022 TMC Meeting — the new Alcoa 22.5” x 8.25” wheel, ULT36x, and the lighter Alcoa 22.5” x 14” wheels, 84U61x and 84U64x. According to the company, the Alcoa ULT 36×22.5” x 8.25” wheel is 3 lbs. lighter than its predecessor, weighing just 36
Tips for servicing steel and alloy wheels
When it comes to mounting tires, not all commercial truck wheels are the same, and it is important a shop’s equipment has the right features to handle different components with care. According to Coats Garage: “With the majority of commercial tires mounted on steel or alloy wheels, your technicians need to know the key differences
Watch: Aluminum or steel wheels – What’s best for your truck?
Wheels basically fall into two categories – aluminum and steel. And like every other part you spec for your truck, the right choice for you might not be the right choice for your neighbor. Instead, it all depends on your application.
Watch: Five tips to make your truck’s wheels last
There’s a lot to consider when spec’ing the wheels on your truck, but with the correct application and proper maintenance, these days it isn’t uncommon for wheels to last the life of the vehicle. Here are our top five tips to make sure your truck’s wheels last as long as the truck itself.
