Executive Interview: Cooper Tire is sticking to the plan for its truck tires
When you set out to accomplish a goal, the most daunting part is the beginning. It’s looking at the blank piece of paper, the immaculately clear whiteboard, or the empty, recently rented office space, and realizing that it’s time to start building something—as soon as you figure out where to start. Once something’s in motion,
Cooper Tire releases new Roadmaster steer tire
Cooper Tire has introduced the Roadmaster RM832 EM steer tire. The new tire is SmartWay verified and blends fuel efficiency with long miles to removal due to 18/32nds of tread depth, as well as an improved tread design and advanced rubber compound, Cooper says.
Cooper Tire introduces Pro Series LHT trailer tire
Cooper Tire has introduced a new long haul trailer (LHT) tire, which completes the company’s Cooper Pro Series product lineup with fitments at each tractor/trailer wheel position.
Cooper Tire launches Severe series tire for construction trucks
Cooper Tire has released a new mixed service-wide base all-position (WBA) tire as part of its Cooper Severe Series lineup.
Cooper Tire launches Pro Series LHS steer tire
Cooper Tire has launched a new long haul steer (LHS) tire as part of its Pro Series product line. The new steer tire will initially be available in size 295/75R22.5, with other sizes becoming available in June. The new tire features Cooper’s ECO (Energy Conservation Optimization) technology that combines tire design, compounding and construction to
Cooper Tire launches mixed service drive tire
Cooper Tire has added Roadmaster RM351 HD tire to its commercial tire lineup. Engineered for mixed-service applications such as construction, logging and mining operations, the tire is designed for both on- and off-road driving and comes in two sizes: 11R22.5 and 11R24.5, in load range H. The Roadmaster RM351 HD is an inch wider than
Cooper Tire adds new sizes to Roadmaster RM272 tire line
Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. has added three new sizes to its Roadmaster RM272 tire line, which is made for drop deck and spread axle trailers. The tire is now available in sizes 295/75R22.5 LR H, 11R22.5 LR H and 11R24.5 LR H. According to Cooper Tire, the RM272 features a premium, high-scrub tread compound
Cooper Tire and Rubber Co. take aim at fleet tire positions with new Cooper brand truck tires
Cooper Tire and Rubber Co. announced the launch of Cooper brand truck and bus radial (TBR) tires at the Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC) Annual Meeting and Transportation Technology Exhibition. Cooper TBR tires have been developed for fleets to reduce their overall tire program costs and are offered in three series based on application –
Cooper Tire’s Roadmaster brand celebrates 10th anniversary
Cooper Tire & Rubber Co.’s Roadmaster line of truck tires, launched in 2007, celebrates its tenth anniversary this year. “Roadmaster began with four tire lines and now we offer commercial tires for nearly every application—long haul, regional, mixed service, pick-up and delivery, and bus,” said Gary Schroeder, director of Cooper’s truck and bus tire business.
Cooper Tire adds new long-haul Roadmaster tire
Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. has added to its Roadmaster commercial truck tire line with the introduction of the RM852(EM), a long-haul drive tire that is SmartWay verified. The RM852(EM) has a unique tread compound and 30/32nds of tread to provide long lasting mileage and features a solid shoulder design to offer improved traction in challenging