Continental Tire North America Inc. announced it has enhanced its HSR1 (Heavy Steer Regional) tire’s performance capabilities for medium-duty vehicles used in pickup and delivery applications.
The new tire will now feature a curb/scuff rib feature in the 245/70R19.5 size. This new feature helps prevent damage conditions caused from curbing, cuts and abrasions and protects the casing for greater retreadability, Continental said.
The tire also features pyramidal stone ejectors in all the tread grooves to reduce stone retention, a tread pattern designed for excellent wet traction and a tread compound that is designed for long life in the regional hauling and on/off road applications, the tire maker added.
In addition to the 245/70R19.5 size, the HSR1 is also available in 285/70R19.5; 305/70R19.5; 255/70R22.5; 275/70R22.5; 295/80R22.5; and 315/80R22.5 sizes.