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SpecialsFleets Conduct Real-Life Tests Before Committing to New Tires
- August 30, 2019
- New Tires, Tire Retreading,
Despite a laundry list of advantages advertised by tire manufacturers, experienced fleet managers know that what you buy isn’t always what you get. Testing tires first-hand is the best way to determine whether or not you’ll get the desired benefits from your tire purchases. Read on to learn more about how to conduct a real-life …
[addtoany buttons="facebook,twitter,google_plus"]Four Big Innovations in Tire Retreading
- March 15, 2018
- Articles, New Tires, News,
As a technology, tire retreading continues to advance alongside other shipping tech. Retreading has existed for about a century, and every decade brings improvements: Easier methods of retreading, better lifespans, and improved all-around results for owners. In our latest post we share the Four Big Innovations in Tire Retreading. Today is no different. Tire retreading …
[addtoany buttons="facebook,twitter,google_plus"]How Mismatched Tread Depths Can Ruin Your Commercial Truck Tires
- July 29, 2017
- New Tires,
Given how much money it costs over the course of a year to keep a commercial vehicle’s tires in working order, any driver or fleet operator is going to want to minimize those costs. Unfortunately, there’s one mistake we frequently see where people think they’re saving money, but they’re actually causing themselves more problems: Driving on mismatched …
[addtoany buttons="facebook,twitter,google_plus"]How to Choose the Right Medium-Duty Commercial Truck Tires
- March 10, 2018
- Articles, New Tires, News,
Finding the right medium-duty tires can be tricky, since “medium-duty” is such a broad category. There are a lot of potential applications for trucking operations and to get the best performance from your tires you must select a tire designed for your needs. There is certainly no all-purpose answer here, but we can offer some guidance on …
[addtoany buttons="facebook,twitter,google_plus"]Michelin, GM Announce Airless Tires That Eliminate Flats & Reduce Waste
- April 30, 2020
- Articles, Earthmover Tires, New Tires, Road Service, Tire Retreading, Tire Service,
Michelin along with General Motors (GM) announced in summer of 2019 collaboration on a high-tech airless tire set to roll out on passenger vehicles as early as 2024. The tire’s non-pneumatic features make it a highly sought-after commodity for passenger vehicles, reducing the need for things like jacks and tire pressure monitoring sensors. Mirroring the …
[addtoany buttons="facebook,twitter,google_plus"]Proper Maintenance for retread tires
- March 07, 2018
- Articles, New Tires, News,
As we’ve mentioned in this blog before, there are a lot of misconceptions surrounding tire retreading. Some of these misconceptions have roots in earlier versions of the technology, from the 1980s, that did legitimately have issues. Others, however, simply have no basis in reality – like the idea that retreaded tires have lower lifespans than …
[addtoany buttons="facebook,twitter,google_plus"]Semi-Truck Steer Tire Inflation Leaves No Margin for Error
- November 29, 2019
- Commercial Truck Tires, New Tires, Tire Retreading, Tire Service,
When it comes to semi-truck tires— especially for steer tires — there’s little room for forgiveness due to poor inflation. Even a seemingly small amount of underinflation can result in catastrophic damage to your fleet’s trucks and drivers. The best way to protect against unnecessary blowouts and downtime is by implementing preventative maintenance practices to …
[addtoany buttons="facebook,twitter,google_plus"]The Difference Between Regional & Long-Haul Commercial Tires
- November 22, 2019
- Commercial Truck Tires, New Tires, Tire Service, Truck,
Choosing the right commercial tires for your trucking fleet might seem easy, but there’s a lot more to proper tire selection than meets the eye. Fleet managers should understand the specific application for their tires before selecting a set for their commercial trucks. Most fleets will need to choose between regional or long-haul commercial tires, …
[addtoany buttons="facebook,twitter,google_plus"]When Does Commercial Tire Balancing Make Sense & How Will it Help Profitability?
- April 23, 2020
- Articles, New Tires, Tire Service,
Proper tire maintenance is one of the largest expenses for any commercial fleet. But before you search for “commercial truck tires near me” at the first sign of tire trouble, searching instead for tire balancing services might actually be what you need. Find out when commercial tire balancing services are right for your fleet …
[addtoany buttons="facebook,twitter,google_plus"]Why Size Matters: Understanding Tire Sizes
- June 26, 2019
- Commercial Truck Tires, New Tires,
When it comes to choosing commercial truck tires for your fleet, selecting the right size is crucial. There are many different factors that make up a tire’s size, and failing to select the right fit for your trucks can be extremely detrimental to your fleet. How to Find Your Tire Size Each tire’s size is …
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