September 2017

FAQs about Mobile Tire Service

September 14, 2017
Mobile Tire Service,

1. Q: Is there an age limit to casings? Answer: No, for example, waste fleets (garbage trucks) typically will retread a casing with any age. (For our stock production we roughly cap the age at 10 years. I’d say roughly 75% of the tires we retread are less than 7 years to give you an …

September 13, 2017
Tire Service,

Why spend any more money on your tires and related services than you have to? When you partner with a tire dealer like STTC to provide fleet tire service, you can save a lot of money on services which you’re going to need either way. Further, a scheduled service contract means your maintenance will be …

September 12, 2017
Road Service,

In passenger vehicles, the question of balancing tires is a no-brainer. Of course, they should be balanced, and regularly. However, when you bring up balancing in regards to commercial truck tires, it’s more complex. . . There are clear benefits to balancing truck tire steers, but no consensus has formed that recommends the balancing of …

September 11, 2017
News,

Accella Tire Fill Systems has teamed up with American Forests in creating the “One Tote, One Tree” green program. Through this partnership, Accella plants a tree for each tote of product sold. Service Tire Truck Centers is proud to be able to help with this awesome cause! Accella Tire Fill Systems has presented us with …

September 13, 2017
Truck,

When dealing with commercial truck tires, repairs are a fairly easy process. You start by cleaning the injury, then inserting a plug, and finally covering the injury area with glue, a patch. However, things are a different when you’re trying to repair earthmover tires. When dealing with a tire that can cost thousands of dollars, …

How Can Truck Tire Retreading Maximize the Casing Value?
Submitted by Editor STTC on Mon, 1/20/2020 - 8:00 am
When it comes to fleet managers’ budgets, tire repair and maintenance are among the top concerns. Truck tire retreading programs are a great way to reduce the total cost of tire repair and maintenance needs for commercial fleets. However, the key to a successful retreading program is having a high-quality casing to start. While the …
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New Technology Help Makes Tire Retreading Safer
Submitted by Editor STTC on Mon, 1/13/2020 - 8:00 am
Recent technological advancements have introduced a safer, more reliable method for tire retreading that results in retread tires comparable to their newer counterparts. Especially as the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) increases its focus on fuel economy and reduced carbon emissions, advancements in retreading can help fleet managers maintain compliance with environmental standards while keeping tire …
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