Goodyear launches new wide-base tires for long-haul fleets
Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. has introduced two new wide-base tires geared toward long-haul fleets. The Goodyear Fuel Max SSD drive and Goodyear Fuel Max SST trailer tires are available now. Features of the new tires, according to the company, include the following: Goodyear DuraSeal Technology, which helps seal punctures of up to ¼-in. in
Mudguard Technologies introduces V-FLAP for wide-base tires
Mudguard Technologies now offers V-Flap for single wide-base tires. Mud flaps are safety products and mandatory in most states. According to the company, mud flaps should reduce spray, block flying debris and should remain vertical to the ground and not sail. V-Flap is an aerodynamic mud flap that meets all these requirements and costs less,
Goodyear introduces long- and regional-haul wide-base tires
The new G392 SSD drive and G394 SST trailer wide-base tires, which feature Fuel Max Technology, are SmartWay-verified. Both feature DuraSeal Technology, a gel-like inner liner that instantly seals punctures of up to 1/4-in. in the repairable area of the tread.
The widening reach of wide-base truck tires
Here’s where wide-base tire adoption stands with trucking fleets.
New tire pressure monitors for wide-base single tires
Fleet Specialties Co. announces three new Tire Sentry systems designed for trucks and/or trailers with wide-base super-single tires. The TMA-SS Series of advanced tire pressure monitors will warn drivers of developing tire problems resulting from a loss of tire pressure at a fraction of the cost of a replacement tire, said the maker.
Yokohama Tire launches an ultra wide-base regional drive tire
Yokohama Tire unveiled its newest commercial offering, the 716U ultra wide-base. The manufacturer noted that it is a weight-savings drive tire, and it’s available now in the U.S. in size 455/55R225. Benefits of the 716U UWB, according to Yokohama, include: • The 716U UWB has a load range M (22 PR). The replacement of traditional duals
Michelin debuts Michelin X One Line Energy D2 wide-base single tire
Michelin North America Inc. is launching the Michelin X One Line Energy D2 tire for fleets that drive tires in truckload line haul transportation, the company announced during a press conference at TMC 2022. Launching May 1 in North America, the tire is designed for fuel savings and low total cost of ownership. The X One Line
NACFE updates low rolling resistance tires confidence reports
As part of its ongoing work to update all of its existing Confidence Reports, The North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE) has just completed a revision of its Confidence Reports on low rolling resistance tires. The original reports were published in 2015, but since that time there have been several developments that led NACFE
Yokohama to launch three commercial tires at TMC
On display will be the all-position 504C and 115R, and the urban pick-up/delivery 714R.
Goodyear introduces two regional-haul tires
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. has introduced two new regional-haul tires, the Goodyear Fuel Max RTD and the Goodyear Ultra Grip RTD. The Goodyear Fuel Max RTD, a drive traction tire, balances enhanced fuel efficiency with long miles to removal and traction, according to Goodyear. Compliant with Phase 2 Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Fuel Efficiency
