Hankook Tire, Wayne, N.J., has had three of its commercial fleet tires certified for the Environmental Protection Agency's SmartWay Program.


The AL07+ steer tire, Z35a drive tire and TL01 trailer tire all provide lower rolling resistance to meet SmartWay standards designed to promote cleaner, more efficient truck technologies.

Through Kontrol Technology, the AL07+ steer tire uses Hankooks Innovative Mixing System, which reinforces a stronger bond of the materials and generates lower heat. Other innovations also improve the tire's durability.

The Z35a drive tire has extra-rugged tread with a special long-wearing compound that is resistant to cuts, abrasions and stone retention. Its large footprint and aggressive tread design improve traction and braking in all weather conditions.

The TL01 long-haul trailer tire was designed with fuel efficiency in mind. The shallower skid depth of the TL01 trailer tire contributes to its reduced rolling resistance.

Engineers at Hankook's Akron Technical Center in Akron, Ohio, took the lead on all compliancy testing and product development to help the tire maker secure this achievement.
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