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.

Operating Expenses for Medium-Duty Trucks Increase

The high cost of fuel was the key reason for increased operating expenses. The spike in fuel prices also contributed to the higher cost of replacement tires and, indirectly, to higher maintenance expenses.

Preventive Maintenance at the Touch of a Button

OnStar Business Vehicle Manager simplifies preventive maintenance for truck fleets of all sizes.

Florida Considers Banning Retreads on Trucks

TALLAHASSEE, FL – The Tire Retread Information Bureau (TRIB) has responded to a bill introduced by Florida State Senator Victor Crist that would prohibit the use of retreaded tires on most commercial vehicles on Florida highways.

Yokohama Debuts New Commercial Truck Tire at Feb. 6-8 TMC Event

FULLERTON, CA – Yokohama Tire Corporation is launching the 703ZL tire at the Technology & Maintenance Council's (TMC) annual meeting and trade show, Feb. 6-8, at the Tampa Convention Center. The 703ZL is part of Yokohama's Z.environment line, which uses high technology to make more environmentally friendly tires.

Florida Considers Banning Retreads on Trucks

Bill is aimed at reducing tire debris on highways; TRIB counters that debris comes from lack of maintenance, not retreads.

Fleet Driver Ignorance Increases Roadside Assistance Calls

UK auto club RAC finds flat tires, dead batteries and “no fault found” calls are most common.

Run-Flat Tires: Promise Vs. Reality

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

Cooper Expands Size Offerings

Manufacturers Increase Tire Prices 4 to 5%

The price increases are a result of the rising cost of petroleum.