HERE, Goodyear enable predictive tire maintenance
HERE Technologies announced that its location services are being integrated into Goodyear Total Mobility fleet management solution. The fleet management solution combines data from Goodyear’s Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with HERE location services. With HERE location services, fleet operators and Goodyear service providers can localize a vehicle in need of a service or road
TireView TPMS kits by P.S.I. now available through Aurora Parts and Service Dealer Network
Pressure Systems International (P.S.I.) has launched a Dealer Direct Ship Program for its TireView Tire Pressure Monitoring System and accessory components through the Aurora Parts and Service Dealer Network. TireView by P.S.I. offers tire management solutions for trucks, tractors, and trailers of all sizes and configurations, the company noted. TireView simplifies the pre-and post-trip inspections
What Bridgestone plans to do to combat supply chain challenges
The past couple of years has been an exercise in adapting to a new normal. And while that may never actually feel normal, there’s little else we can do but work with what we got. In 2021, that means dealing with supply challenges and bad news: That’s going to continue into 2022. It’s normal now.
Why you need to be using truck tire inflation load tables
Yes, I know that you know that maintaining the proper tire inflation pressure is important. But other ideas surrounding the idea of proper tire inflation pressure are also important. And I can’t stress enough the importance of understanding that the inflation pressure doesn’t need to be a set number all the time – it needs
Pedigree Technologies offers ConMet digital truck health data products
Pedigree Technologies has added ConMet’s full suite of digital products into the Pedigree Technologies OneView platform. The OneView platform is an open IoT solution to track, monitor, diagnose, and communicate with high-value assets in real-time, providing a full suite of its own digital fleet management solutions, including Canadian- and U.S.-certified ELD offerings. ConMet’s digital products
Truck stories we’re thankful for
The trucking industry has a lot to be thankful for this year. Sure, we have our share of challenges (we’re looking at you, Supply Chain), but the fact is that trucking flourished during the pandemic and came roaring out of it. While other industries were cutting hours and some even closing their doors, trucks rolled
Why truck tires wear differently across long-haul routes
If you’ve seen an episode of this show before, there’s a good chance it was about maintaining your tires. Now, maybe, at one time or another one of these videos has brought about the inspiration to go have a look at your tires yourself. And, maybe, particularly in long-haul applications, you’ve noticed tires are wearing
Nokian adds additional E-Truck, R-Truck tire sizes
Nokian Tyres is widening its portfolio of E-Truck and R-Truck tires with new sizes – both Nokian E-Truck Steer 385/55R22.5 and Nokian R-Truck Trailer 285/70R19.5 are now available. The Nokian E-Truck family of tires is designed for reliable, economical miles on medium and regional haul trucks, the company says. Nokian R-Truck, on the other hand, is
Photo gallery: Take a tour of the PSI manufacturing floor
The last time we caught up with Pressure Systems International (PSI) during their annual event, it was 2019, they had just surpassed 1.5 million units in the field and COVID wasn’t a thing that most people in the world had ever heard about. Clearly, a lot has changed, but one thing has remained constant: PSI
Pressure Systems International tells us what’s important about truck tires, previews new technologies
Pressure System International (PSI) knows a ton about tires. At an event held in San Antonio, the automatic tire inflation system progenitor (with 1.8 million systems in use worldwide) talked about the top tire management issues and made the case for why fleets need to continue to increase their focus on tires. Spoiler alert: advanced
Penske, Bridgestone extend technology, sustainability partnership
Bridgestone and Penske Truck Leasing have renewed their strategic partnership agreement to test, develop and deploy Bridgestone technology and mobility solutions for the commercial segment in the U.S. and Canada with a focus on more cost-effective and sustainable results for fleets. As part of the agreement, Penske will also remain a preferred customer of Bridgestone
Eight tips to prepare your trucks for winter
Like it or not, winter is coming. You know the drill: falling temperatures, snow, and ice hitting large swaths of North America, presenting challenges for trucks and fleets. Now is the time to prepare. With harsh weather looming, this installment of the Bendix Tech Tips Series serves up eight pieces of advice for wheel-ends, air
