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Articlesby Mike ScottMarch 1, 2008

High-Tech Solutions to Manage Tire CPM

With an effective tire monitoring system, fleets can lower operating costs, increase tire life, and improve driver safety.

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NewsFebruary 13, 2008

Yokohama Rolls Out Two Medium Truck Tires

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.

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NewsFebruary 8, 2008

Toyo to Raise Tire Prices March 1

CYPRESS, CA – Toyo Tire U.S.A. Corp. will increase its consumer and commercial tire prices up to 6 percent on March 1.

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Newsby StaffDecember 26, 2007

Cooper Will Raise Passenger, Light Truck Tire Prices

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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ArticlesSeptember 1, 2007

What You Should Know About Nitrogen-Filled Tires

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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Articlesby StaffJuly 1, 2007

40 Ways to Reduce Truck Fleet Costs

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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ArticlesJuly 1, 2007

How to Determine Truck Tire Load Ratings

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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Articlesby Joe BohnMarch 1, 2007

How to Maximize Commercial Truck Tire Life

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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Articlesby Chris BrownSeptember 1, 2006

Run-Flat Tires: Promise Vs. Reality

Two systems vie for market share. Yet major engineering challenges must be overcome before either gains full acceptance.

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Articlesby Mike AntichAugust 1, 2006

Public Sector Fleets: Tires are Getting Bigger & More Expensive

Replacement tires are a fleet’s third-largest operating expense. And this expense is growing.

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