Nitto Tire introduces DURA Grappler Highway Terrain (NTGHT) tire
Nitto Tire North America Inc. has introduced the Nitto DURA Grappler Highway Terrain tire, a tire prioritized for mileage, durability and traction, the maker said. The Grappler lineup now extends to the demands of the Super and Heavy Duty 3/4- and 1-ton truck market. Commercial to general daily drivers can now enjoy the ride that Nitto’s advanced technology can deliver.
Timken wheel bearings designed for wide singles
Timken’s latest wheel bearings, the 454-Series, are specifically designed to handle the 2-in. outset loads used for wide-single heavy-duty truck tires. 454-Series bearings are available in MileMate Sets 440, 441, 442, 443 and 444.
SKF introduces line of PSI compatible hubcaps
SKF recently introduced four new PSI compatible hubcaps to its premium wheel-end Scotseal product offering. The new hubcaps are compatible with the Meritor Tire Inflation System (MTIS) by Pressure Systems Incorporated (PSI), an automatic tire inflation system (ATIS). MTIS uses compressed air from a trailer’s air system to inflate any tire that falls below a specified pre-set pressure. The system ultimately increases tire life, fuel efficiency and safety, its maker says.
STEMCO launches the next phase of BAT RF products enabling real-time automatic capture of fleet information
STEMCO recently announced the next phase of RFID sensor-based BAT RF products that use automatic communication modes to collect and manage fleet information. According to the manufacturer, the BAT RF scalable automated sensor system allows fleet managers to capture real-time truck and trailer information, enabling them to improve productivity, enhance safety and security, and increase efficiency.
Toyo announces a new size for its M320 wide base super single tire for tough on/off highway use
Toyo announced a new 425/65R22.5 size for its M320 wide-base super single tire. Designed for tough on/off highway use in applications such as dump trucks, concrete mixers and refuse trucks, the M320 is the ideal solution for durability in construction and refuse hauling applications, the company says.
Timken designs new bearing for wide singles
Wherever wheels or shafts turn, from disk drives to drilling rigs, from dental drills to rolling mills, Timken products improve performance.
Lyna Manufacturing offers innovative tire solution to North American truck fleets and owner-operators
Lyna Manufacturing Inc., a provider of innovative tire maintenance solutions and programs, is offering its proven Green technology.
Michelin XDA5 tire’s tread technology delivers increased life
Michelin said its revolutionary new commercial truck drive tire, the Michelin XDA5, has been engineered using Michelin Durable Technologies to dramatically increase the tire’s service life by 30 percent or more, while maintaining performance.
Michelin’s newest innovation: Tires that regenerate themselves
The Michelin announced the introduction of the XDA5 tire, which the company says delivers 30 percent more tread life. Recently, Michelin unveiled the latest innovation from its Michelin Durable Technologies research – the new XDA5 drive tire for Class 8 trucks.
Ken-Tool Debuts ‘TPMS Sentry’ Tire Pressure Monitoring System Tool
Ken-Tool said its new "TPMS Sentry,” is designed for use on vehicles with Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems, which protects valuable valve stem sensors that mount through the valve hole.
Dana Announces Availability of SmartWave TPMS at International dealerships
Dana Corp.’s Commercial Vehicle Systems group announced that its SmartWave TPMS tire pressure monitoring system is now available for retrofit installation through International Truck dealerships.
Dana Announces Availability of SmartWave
Dana Corp.’s Commercial Vehicle Systems group announced that its SmartWave TPMS tire pressure monitoring system is now available for retrofit installation on a variety of commercial truck models through original equipment dealerships.