Equipment Remain on the case with a formal tire program, speakers stress June 14, 2021 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,”…
Sustainability Debate over progress vs. perfection in journey to net-zero emissions June 3, 2021 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…
Tires/Wheels Michelin adds pre-mold retreads to trailer lineup June 3, 2021 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…
Equipment Michelin unveils vision of sustainable tires — and wind-powered cargo ships June 2, 2021 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…
Sustainability Global CEOs come together at Movin’On sustainability summit June 2, 2021 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…
Tires/Wheels New Michelin regional and trailer tires roll into market March 1, 2021 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…
Tires/Wheels OK Tire expands medium-duty offerings January 22, 2021 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…
Software Customized pre-trip inspection checklist October 5, 2020 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…
Tires/Wheels Michelin trailer tire boosts fuel efficiency August 4, 2020 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 February 26, 2020 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…
Business Management Michelin and Denray Tire expand services in Western Canada December 5, 2019 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 September 5, 2019 Michelin is adding application and billing enhancements to its Advantage program, which provides consistent nationwide tire pricing.
Transportation Michelin taking the air out of tires June 5, 2019 Michelin is developing the airless Uptis tire in conjunction with GM, and will enter production as early as 2024. MONTREAL, Que. — Michelin has unveiled plans for an airless tire…
Transportation Michelin to test Einride autonomous vehicles June 5, 2019 MONTREAL, Que. – Michelin will soon begin testing prototypes of Swedish-made Einride autonomous vehicles at its facility in Clermont-Ferrand, France. The T-Pod, an electric vehicle with no space for…
Michelin takes action for traction June 21, 2018 Michelin is launching what it calls “its most aggressive drive-axle tire” in the Michelin X Works Grip D tire, made specifically for energy-sector and logging fleets operating in extreme conditions…
