Tires/Wheels Firestone FD694 drive tire for longhaul and regional applications April 4, 2023 Bridgestone Americas has introduced the Firestone FD694 drive tire, which it says is designed for exceptional mileage in both longhaul and regional applications. “Longhaul and regional…
Tires/Wheels Toyo adds 19.5-inch size for M671A regional tire March 28, 2023 Toyo Tires has expanded its M671A regional drive tire to a new 19.5-inch size. It is now available in size 225/70R19.5 G/14 and a 245/70R19.5 H/16…
Tires/Wheels Auto-Torq axle fastener simplifies installation March 28, 2023 Stemco’s new Auto-Torq axle fastener is designed to streamline wheel-end installation by eliminating the need for special tools. The product eliminates the need for washers, clips,…
Tires/Wheels New Goodyear tire for single-axle super-regional applications March 7, 2023 Goodyear has launched the new Fuel Max 1AD single-axle drive tire for super-regional trucking applications and yard maneuvers. The company says the design can cover the traction, mileage and fuel…
Tires/Wheels Aperia launches new tire management tools March 3, 2023 Aperia Technologies is offering fleets new capabilities to track and manage trailer tires through Halo Trailer Connect, launched at the spring meeting of the Technology & Maintenance Council. Like Halo…
Tires/Wheels Goodyear regional work tire ready for EVs February 28, 2023 Goodyear is playing a role in maximizing electric vehicle (EV) range, introducing the RangeMax RSD tire for regional work vehicles that run on batteries, gas or…
Tires/Wheels Continental enhances connectivity, launches severe-weather tire February 27, 2023 Continental Tire announced at the Technology & Maintenance Council’s spring meeting enhancements to its connected tire offerings. New second-generation sensors will launch March 1. They’ll be…
Tires/Wheels Michelin introduces fuel-efficient steer tire February 27, 2023 Michelin has come out with a new longhaul steer tire that was the direct result of a collaboration with Daimler Truck North America through the U.S.
Software, Tires/Wheels ConMet reveals coming products February 27, 2023 ConMet is offering a sneak peek at coming additions to its product portfolio, ranging from a coated rotor, to new monitors, and controls that will electronically disconnect wheel hubs. The…
Tires/Wheels PSI International tracking wheel temperatures in real time February 27, 2023 PSI International is tracking more than pressure alone, introducing the Digital ThermAlert sensor that uses telematics to communicate wheel end temperatures in real time. ThermAlert has…
Tires/Wheels Yokohama promises improved performance in 114R tire February 1, 2023 Yokohama has come out with a 114R tire for regional haul and spread-axle applications. The SmartWay-verified tire will be available March 1 in sizes: 11R22.5, 295/75R22.5,…
Tires/Wheels Bridgestone’s new M863 brings performance to all positions January 31, 2023 Bridgestone has introduced the M863 all-position radial tire for on- and off-highway fleets. The company says the new tire is well suited for concrete mixer, dump,…
Tires/Wheels Hankook introduces SmartFlex DL15+ tire January 30, 2023 Hankook Tire has introduced a redesigned regional and longhaul tire it says features a new tread design for better traction and fuel efficiency. The SmartFlex DL15+ tire comes with…
Tires/Wheels Yokohama RY61 van tire ready for commercial use December 1, 2022 Yokohama Tire’s BlueEarth-Van All Season RY61 commercial van tire is now available in three sizes and will see four additional sizes added to the lineup in…
Tires/Wheels Ultra wide-base Yokohama tire promises to maximize payload October 3, 2022 Yokohama Tire’s 716U ultra wide-base tire as been unveiled in a 455/55R225 size, supporting waste, recycling and on/off-road severe service operations that need to maximize payload.
