New GT Radial Commercial Truck Tires Rolled Out in the U.S.
GT Radial commercial tires, including 11 tread patterns and 29 SKUs, are available now to U.S. tire dealers.
Michelin Introduces Energy Commercial Tire Line
The Michelin X Multi Energy Z2 tire for regional and super-regional applications and the Michelin X Line Energy T2 dual trailer tire for the long-haul and truckload market will be available to order on April 1.
BFGoodrich Launches New Advantage Control Tire
The tire launched in Canada on March 1, and will launch in the U.S. and Mexico on April 1.
Maxam Releases MS910R MultiPurpose Radial Tire
The company says the MS910R is designed to operate in multiple applications, including agriculture, construction and industrial vehicles.
Michelin Launches Pilot Sport EV Tire
The Michelin Pilot Sport EV will be rolled out during 2021 in a choice of 16 sizes (OE: 11 sizes; replacement market: five sizes) for 18- to 22-in. rims.
Falken Launches New Studless Winter Performance Tires
Falken says the Eurowinter HS01 offers an improved tread compound over its predecessor, the Eurowinter HS449, with a confident grip and predictable performance in ice and snow.
Nokian Tyres Spotlights New Tire Testing Center in Spain
Nokian Tyres’ new test center allows for year-round product development and testing, especially for the company’s all-season tires with high speed ratings.
Triangle Releases TB577A (E-4) OTR Radial Tire
The tire features a new tread pattern that the company says delivers outstanding traction while also facilitating reduced heat generation.
Camso Releases New TLH 732+ Telehandler Tire
With a wraparound stepped tread design and extra-thick void guard, the TLH 732+ extends Camso’s current bias tire offering for telehandlers.
Maxam Adds New Sizes to MS302 OTR Tire Line
The 20.5R25 and 550/65R25 are available now for fitment on small wheel loaders and motor graders.
BKT Adds Three New Sizes to V-Flexa Tire Line
The company created VF 600/65 R 26.5, VF 650/55 R 26.5 and VF 560/60 R 22.5 for the radial tire range designed for agricultural trailers.
The Science Behind Traction and Braking
This article reviews the definition of traction and braking in different conditions and the effect of the tire parameters on those performance aspects.
