Rolling costs downward: Addressing top fleet costs
At this years Electric Utility Fleet Managers Conference (EUFMC), held in June in Williamsburg, Va., organizers addressed top costs for fleets. Among them were tires, which account for a high percentage of expenses incurred by these mixed-use, multi-vehicle-type vocational operations. One technical session on “Tires—Minimizing Failures and Managing Cost” began with a presentation by Brian
Tire “remanufacturing” pays dividends
“We were ‘green’ before it was cool,” proclaimed Randy Hanson, technical training manager, training and development, Bridgestone Commercial Solutions at its training center located within Bridgestone Americas’ LaVergne, Tenn., manufacturing facility. A 13-year veteran with Bandag, Hanson served as a field service rep become assuming the important and influential training role. With the genuine passion
NPTC announces safety award winners
The National Private Truck Council (NPTC) has recognized fleet members who continue to elevate safety performance.
Not your daddy’s tires
Today’s low rolling resistance tires are designed to optimize fuel efficiency while delivering satisfactory traction and durability.
MATS roundup
Missed this year’s Mid-America Trucking Show? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with major announcements from the show floor.
What the scrap tire pile reveals
A scrap tire analysis can uncover vital details for a fleet’s tire program
Tires designed for fuel efficiency
When it comes to optimizing fuel economy for your fleet, think about buying the right tires. To date, EPA has verified a number of low rolling resistance tires produced by 19 different tire manufacturers.
New Firestone drive tire is fuel-efficient, long wearing
The new Firestone FD695 Plus drive tire, designed for optimum performance on tandem axle drive tractors in long haul and regional operations, is built for exceptional fuel efficiency without sacrificing removal mileage. It is SmartWay-verified and CARB-compliant.
New Bandag brand trailer tread promotes long tread life
The new Bandag-brand B197 trailer tread design, patterned after the Bridgestone brand R197 trailer radial, is built for long life, combining innovative compounding and a classic straight-rib tread design. The tread is available in 210mm, 220mm and 230mm sizes.
Spec’ing for operational advantages
Making effective choices for tires and wheels, and the value of using onboard inflation systems