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U.S. Tire Shipments Expected to Increase in 2018

U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association is projecting that 2018 U.S. tire shipments will increase from 2017 numbers. 

USTMA U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association
Customer Satisfaction with OE Tires Continues to Improve, J.D. Power Reports

Overall customer satisfaction with tires coming as original equipment on vehicles shows a year-over-year increase and has improved significantly since 2015, according to the J.D. Power 2018 U.S. Original Equipment Tire Customer Satisfaction Study.

J.D. Power & Associates Tire Customer Satisfaction Survey
Bridgestone Dueler Tires Are OE on 2019 Ram 1500

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. announced that the Bridgestone Dueler H/L Alenza tire is specified as original equipment on select models of the 2019 Ram 1500.

Bridgestone Dueler RAM 1500
Bridgestone OE on 2017 Lexus LS Sedan

Bridgestone Corp.’s Turanza T005 run-flat technology tire selected as standard equipment on the 2017 Lexus LS sedan.

Firestone Tire Design for 2017 Subaru Impreza

Bridgestone Americas’ Firestone FT140 tire is specified as original equipment on the all-new 2017 Subaru Impreza. The Firestone FT140 tire is engineered with a unique tread pattern to provide all-season performance in both wet and dry conditions, while also offering low rolling resistance for enhanced fuel efficiency, Bridgestone said. “We have a long history of

BFGoodrich OE on Ford F-150 Raptor

Michelin North America’s BFGoodrich brand will fit the new 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor with its All-Terrain T/A KO2 tires as original equipment. Engineered with BFGoodrich’s off-road motorsports technology, KO2 tires offers toughness, tread life and traction for harsh off-road conditions such as gravel, dirt, rock, mud and snow, BFG said. The Raptor’s KO2 tires were

Falken OE on Jeep Renegade

The 2017 Jeep Renegade Trailhawk fitted with Falken Tire’s Wildpeak H/T01A 2 tires as original equipment is now available. “The pairing of our Wildpeak H/T01 A2 with the Jeep Renegade makes a perfect combination for the vehicle’s driving experience,” said Rick Brennan, executive director of marketing for Falken Tires. “We are confident this alignment will

Falken OE on 2017 Chrysler Pacifica

Sumitomo Rubber North America Inc.’s Falken brand will supply its Falken Ziex CT50 all-season performance crossover and SUV tire as original equipment for the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica. “The Falken Ziex CT50 is a perfect pairing for the Chrysler Pacifica,” said Rick Brennan, vice president of marketing for Falken. “The Pacifica is a great platform for

Falken’s Ziex CT50 OE on 2016 Mazda CX-9

Sumitomo Rubber North America Inc.’s Falken Tires brand will supply its Falken Ziex CT50 all-season performance crossover and SUV tire as original equipment for the 2016 Mazda CX-9. “The Falken Ziex CT50 is our first fitment with Mazda for use on one of their global vehicle models,” said Rick Brennan, vice president of marketing for Falken

Hankook OE on Nissan Frontier

Hankook Tire Co. will supply its highway all-season Dynapro HT and all-terrain Dynapro AT-M tires as original equipment for the 2016 Nissan Frontier. The Dynapro HT will be available on the Frontier in sizes P265/70R16T and P265/60R18T, while the Dynapro AT-M will be available in size P265/75R16T. The Dynapro HT provides drivers greater treadwear, enhanced

Kumho OE on 2017 Chrysler Pacifica

Kumho Tire Co. will supply original equipment tires for the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica, available now in the U.S. and Canada. The minivan will be fitted with the Kumho Solus TA31, an all-season premium touring tire. The tire features a tread block and pattern that reduces road noise and the reinforced block also offers great handling

Bridgestone OE on Lexus RX

Bridgestone Americas’ Dueler Ecopia H/L 422 Plus tire was selected as original equipment on select 2016 Lexus RX 350 and Rx 450h models. The Dueler Ecopia H/L 422 Plus is designed to offer drivers durable all-season performance and comfortable ride, while offering low rolling resistance, Bridgestone said. “That Lexus chose the Bridgestone Dueler Ecopia H/L