Toyo Tire USA Corp.’s has added the Toyo M650, a SmartWay-verified drive tire, to its commercial tire line-up. The M650 is designed for regional haul service and higher-torque operating conditions, said Toyo. The design and construction provide excellent traction and even wear while meeting the U.S. EPA standards for low rolling resistance.
According to the tiremaker, the M650 was developed using the company’s proprietary E-balance technology, which extends casing life, durability and reduces fuel consumption.
The M650 has a tread depth of 28/32 inches, while tie bars on the shoulder bridge help reduce tread block movement. Four steel belt construction braces the tread area for improved mileage, while providing resistance to irregular wear and contributing to the reduced rolling resistance.
“The new M650 combines drive traction with low rolling resistance for regional haul trucks,” said Lowell Slimp, senior product manager, commercial truck tires, Toyo Tire USA Corp. “This helps to further expand the SmartWay-verified offerings from Toyo Tires, giving commercial truck operators a greater selection when outfitting their rigs to meet their specific needs.”
Toyo noted that, thanks to an advanced casing design and unique compounding, the M650 has an extended casing life, which helps the tire’s retreadibility.
