Michelin launches new regional haul drive tire

GREENVILLE, S.C. – Michelin has a new drive tire for the growing regional haul segment, which it says offers 65% better removal mileage compared to its predecessor. The new X…

At par single wide-base tires approved in Saskatchewan

REGINA, Sask. – The Saskatchewan Trucking Association (STA) announced that single wide-base tires will run at par with duals on provincial highways starting July 1 on a pilot permit system,…

More technology taken into consideration in Phase 2 of EPA emission standards

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – With Phase 2 of the US Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) greenhouse gas emission standards currently being ironed out, for the first time, upfitters will see opportunities to…

Paul’s Hauling taps Dana to help with tire management

Dana also adds new downspeeding options

Huayi Tire appoints western Canadian regional fleet sales manager

MARKHAM, Ont. – Commercial and passenger tire manufacturer Huayi Tire Canada has named Terry Kindleman as its new western region fleet sales manager. With over 30 years of experience in…

AutoSocks; don’t leave home without them

DENVER, Col. – It’s that time of year again, and if you’re hoping to get a grip on the road, AutoSocks could be the answer you’re looking for. AutoSock AS,…

Meritor announces the Opti-Lite brake drum

TROY, Mich. – Meritor announced the release of its new Opti-Lite brake drum Oct. 11, designed for linehaul and weight-sensitive applications, such as tanker/trailer and freight. “Developed on the same…

Report indicates fuel savings come from use of variety of technologies

ARLINGTON, Va. – A study has determined that the median fleet-wide fuel economy is 6.5 miles per gallon, and that the number was achieved through the use of a variety…

Cooper Tire offers new size for Roadmaster RM332 wide-based tire

FINDLAY, Ohio – Cooper Tire and Rubber Company is now offering a new size in its Roadmaster RM332 wide-based (WB) commercial tire line. Now available in 385/65R22.5 in load range…

Smego to lead Canadian and Midwest US sales efforts for Pressure Systems

SAN ANTONIO, Texas – Tom Smego is the new sales director for Canada and the US Midwest for tire inflation system company Pressure Systems International, leading the sales efforts for…

Bridgestone releases two new Bandag retreads

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Rounding out its trio of tire patterns designed to balance performance and affordability, Bridgestone Americas announced two new Bandag retreads June 13 – the DR 5.3 and…

Michelin introduces new wide-base retread for refuse applications

GREENVILLE, S.C. — Michelin has introduced a new X One XZUS+ Pre-Mold retread it says delivers 50% greater wear life, enhanced durability and scrub resistance for refuse operations compared to…

Cooper adds to Roadmaster line with RM332 wide-base tire

FINDLAY, Ohio – Cooper Tire and Rubber Company introduced the new RM332 WB heavy-duty wide-base tire, adding to its Roadmaster line of commercial tires. Designed for the steer axle in…

New tire designed for urban delivery fleets

AKRON, Ohio – Goodyear announced its new Endurance RSA tire April 25, which is geared toward vehicles that split time between highway and city driving. The tire targets more regional…

Michelin announces two new services in Canada at Truck World

TORONTO, Ont. – Michelin North America (Canada) introduced its Michelin Commercial Service Network (MCSN) and Tire Care at Truck World April 14 in Toronto, with COO Harold Phillips saying that…