Andrew Markel discusses how over-inflation may be caused by air pumps at gas stations. Sponsored by Bartec USA.
The J.D. Power study shows that EV owners have similar expectations of tire wear as owners of gas-powered vehicles do.
The satisfaction gap with original equipment tires between electric vehicles (EVs) and gas-powered vehicles is widening, as EV owners say their tires are wearing faster, according to the recently released J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Original Equipment Tire Customer Satisfaction Study. J.D. Power said the study shows that EV owners have similar expectations of tire wear as owners of gas-powered vehicles do, despite EV tires naturally wearing faster due to greater vehicle weight and higher torque.
Cole and Sky Johnson secured a victory in the 4400 Unlimited Class and Josh Atteberry earned second place in the 4600 Stock Class.
Company leadership also detailed updates to marketing/incentive programs.
The Majesty 9 Solus TA91 EV is ideally suited for drivers of EV coupes, sedans, and CUVs, while the Crugen HP71 EV is designed for CUVs and SUVs with an added level of all-weather performance.
In a two-year collaboration with Hyundai, Pirelli said it developed a custom version of its P Zero tire for the EV.
The tires are designed to allow maximum endurance in the airport ground support environment.
The upgrades will be applied to 14 sizes, including 22.5-in. for M171+ and M671A+, and both 22.5-in. and 24.5-in. for M677+.
Both ranges have been tested in multiple winter and summer weather conditions in collaboration with UTAC at its laboratories.
The company hopes to uncover new improvements and technologies to innovate the retread process.
