If your fleet operates within the off-the-road (OTR) industry, you already know how important proper tire selection is. It’s imperative for fleet managers to keep up with industry trends and products to ensure they’re allocating their tire budget wisely. Recent industry developments have introduced a new application for low sidewall OTR tires outside of their …
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 …
While the trade war between China and the United States continues to impact the commercial truck tire market, one segment has managed surprising growth in 2019. Low rolling resistance truck and bus radial tires have surged during the past few years and the market is expected to grow exponentially through to 2024. According to the …
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 …
With the unpredictable spikes and lulls in demand throughout 2020, many companies found it difficult to measure fleet efficiency and productivity. 2021 is likely to bring similar challenges, but carriers may not struggle quite as much to keep their trucks on the road. It is important for fleet owners to measure productivity throughout their fleet …
Truck tire maintenance is extremely important in order to ensure the safety and reliability of any rig. Yet a recent poll with truck tire experts shows that the most commonly ignored practice is that of performing a hands-on tire inspection. This is surprising, as a tire inspection is not only one of the quickest and …