Tire fires: a modern version
The best thing about truck tire fires is that they hardly ever happen anymore. There are good reasons for that. One is that steel radials simply don’t fail in this manner. Older, bias-ply tires were built with multiple layers of crossed body plies that flexed as the tire rolled under load. Increased loads, decreased inflation
When tire stems that seem okay fail
Truck maintenance may often seem like a balancing act. This is especially true with new technology, components, environmental regulations and supplier consolidation.
Alcoa introduces new stronger, lighter weight 24.5-in. LvL ONE wheel
Alcoa Wheel and Transportation Products recently rolled out the 24.5-in. LvL ONE wheel. The new wheel in the 24.5-in. x 8.25-in. standard wheel category works with load range “H” tires, with a load rating of 7,850 lbs., which is 450 lbs. more than steel alternatives and weighing 30 lbs. less.
Choosing the right level of partnership
The lackluster economy has forced many trucking companies to search for new ways to cut operating costs and improve efficiencies
Tires and brakes—a forced relationship
The biggest engine, the most powerful brakes, and the most sophisticated suspension systems are only as good as the power they transfer to the pavement.
Truck tire care: basic, but subtle
For years, recommendations for truck tire maintenance centered around inflation checks
When simple choices aren’t enough
Selecting the best truck tires, or more specifically, matching tires to expected service conditions, has traditionally been accomplished by following a few simple guidelines.
Keep wheels tightened properly
There is no good time for loose truck wheels; never was,don’t expect there will be.
Where will all the steer tires go?
Having the ability to interchange used and retreaded tires of the same size on different axles is a luxury most tire managers have enjoyed for decades
Stargazin’
Will truck tires always remain round and black in essentially their present form?
Times are changing; tires, too
Not many years ago, most industry veterans would have characterized our industry as conservative, resistant to change and in some cases, downright stubborn to accept new ideas.
Progress for “pressure” is overdue
While watching some old open-wheel racing films recently, I was struck by several things.