Understand compromise when spec’ing fuel-efficient tires

Surging diesel prices have fleets seeking every opportunity to shave fuel consumption, and tires are an obvious place to look for improvements. Tire rolling resistance accounts for 33-35% of every…

Goodyear looks to strike gold with tires made from dandelions

For most landscapers, dandelions are a scourge to be sprayed or pulled from the ground. Others people might add the greens to a salad or make dandelion wine. But Goodyear…

Electric truck tires will be the same … but different

Tires will always be round and black, but don’t let that fool you. The operating characteristics of battery-electric drivetrains — coupled with heavy batteries — will change the way tires…

Remain on the case with a formal tire program, speakers stress

Any fleet maintenance team that wants to control costs will need to remain on the case, particularly when it comes to tires. “Casings are valuable assets to your tire program,”…

Debate over progress vs. perfection in journey to net-zero emissions

The journey to achieving net-zero transportation emissions by 2050 has begun, but panelists during the 2021 Movin’On Summit disagree whether the journey needs to rely on gradual progress or massive…

Michelin adds pre-mold retreads to trailer lineup

Michelin is rolling out two new pre-mold retreads for trailer applications. The Michelin X Multi T-SA pre-mold retread is designed for the scrub and stresses in spread-axle and tag-axle…

Michelin unveils vision of sustainable tires — and wind-powered cargo ships

Michelin is highlighting two sustainable innovations during the annual Movin’On Summit, unveiling the prototype for a sustainable tire and even a new generation of sails for merchant ships. The prototype…

Global CEOs come together at Movin’On sustainability summit

The 2021 edition of the Movin’On Summit on sustainable mobility opened Tuesday morning, promising four days of “inspirational and interactive ‘phygital’ programming” The global event, traditionally hosted in Montreal, is…

New Michelin regional and trailer tires roll into market

Michelin’s X Multi Energy Z2 tire for regional and super-regional applications is now available in the replacement market, while the X Line Energy T2 trailer tire for the longhaul…

OK Tire expands medium-duty offerings

OK Tire has expanded its product offerings to include medium-duty truck tires from Michelin and BF Goodrich. The company says the decision puts it in a position to acquire…

Customized pre-trip inspection checklist

NexTraq’s Vehicle Inspection tool offers a customizable pre-trip vehicle inspection checklist for popular vehicles used in construction, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, landscaping, excavation, and other sectors. (Photo: Nextraq) The paperless…

Michelin trailer tire boosts fuel efficiency

Michelin has unveiled its X One Line Energy T2 tire, described as its most fuel-efficient linehaul trailer tire. Targeting dry van truckload, refrigerated truckload, and tanker applications, Michelin says…

Michelin expands retread portfolio

Michelin North America is launching two new pre-mold retreads to broaden its lineup of tire retread technologies. The Michelin X Multi D Pre-Mold retread will address the growing demand…

Michelin and Denray Tire expand services in Western Canada

GREENVILLE, S.C. – Denray Tire is joining Michelin Retread Technologies as a franchisee manufacturing commercial truck retreads, servicing Manitoba and Saskatchewan. A family-owned and operated company in Western Canada, Denray…

Michelin updates Advantage program

Michelin is adding application and billing enhancements to its Advantage program, which provides consistent nationwide tire pricing.