
With an effective tire monitoring system, fleets can lower operating costs, increase tire life, and improve driver safety.
Read More →FULLERTON, CA – Yokohama Tire Corp. displayed two new medium truck tires, the 501ZA and the 103ZR, at the Technology and Maintenance Council (TMC) Show in Orlando, Fla.
Read More →CYPRESS, CA – Toyo Tire U.S.A. Corp. will increase its consumer and commercial tire prices up to 6 percent on March 1.
Read More →FINDLAY, OHIO – Cooper Tire & Rubber Co. will raise its passenger and light truck tire prices up to five percent on Feb. 1. Rates of increase will vary between product lines, according to Modern Tire Dealer magazine. Continental Tire North America Inc. recently announced it will raise prices on its Continental, General, Semperit, and private brand truck tires up to six percent on that day.
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According to proponents, nitrogen-inflated tires maintain tire pressure longer, resist heat buildup better, and reduce the potential of freezing in high altitudes.
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By taking a long and hard look at tires, driver behavior, specs, maintenance, management, and safety, truck fleet managers can find plenty of ideas for reducing fleet costs.
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Tire load ratings must be followed when selecting a tire and wheel package. The tire must safely support a given amount of vehicle weight. If the load rating is insufficient, the tire may become overheated and can self destruct.
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While tires are depreciating equipment, fleet managers can control how fast tire value drops. The best way is to write, communicate, and enforce a tire management and maintenance program.
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Two systems vie for market share. Yet major engineering challenges must be overcome before either gains full acceptance.
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Replacement tires are a fleet’s third-largest operating expense. And this expense is growing.
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