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NewsJune 17, 2013

Oklahoma City Welcomes Goodyear Wingfoot Commercial Tire Center

The new Oklahoma City location features Goodyear, Dunlop and Kelly truck tires; Goodyear-authorized retreaded truck tires; 24/7 roadside assistance; wheel refurbishing, along with truck tire repair and other tire-related services.

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Articlesby Jim ParkJune 10, 2013

Making the Case for Fuel-Efficient Tires

You get 30% less tread on some fuel-efficient tires, they cost 15% less up front and they run fewer miles to take-off, but does the money saved on fuel because of the lower rolling resistance make up for the shorter overall life? Many fleets are struggling with that question today. The answer is often anything but clear.

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ArticlesJune 3, 2013

Tires are Key Component of CSA Inspections

As one of the two biggest non-labor expenses that trucking fleets have, tires require careful maintenance. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Compliance, Safety, Accountability program further underscores the importance of good tire maintenance practices.

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ProductsMay 7, 2013

Goodyear Adds Storm Priority Service

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. has launched Goodyear Storm Priority, a new service designed to help keep utility trucks up and running as crews work to restore power during and after severe weather incidents.

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Articlesby Jim ParkMay 3, 2013

The High Cost of Tires

Ten years ago, you could buy a decent steer tire for $300. Not anymore. But, then again, you're not buying the same tire anymore either. Long-term pricing trends show that the cost of raw materials used in tire manufacturing has gone up over the past decade, along with the shelf prices for tires, but consumers haven't seen the price swings for tires that manufacturers have seen for materials over the same period of time.

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ProductsApril 23, 2013

Goodyear Enhances Three Tire Lines

Goodyear's G399A LHS Fuel Max, the G572A LHD Fuel Max, and the G392A SSD with DuraSeal + Fuel Max wide-base tire have been improved to help deliver reduced rolling resistance for better fuel efficiency, as well as long miles to removal.

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ProductsApril 17, 2013

Goodyear Introduces Updated Tire

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. has introduced an updated tire for pick-up and delivery applications – the Goodyear G661 HSA 19.5-inch – that helps deliver long miles to removal and scrub resistance.

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Articlesby Jim ParkApril 9, 2013

5 Reasons to Outsource your Tire Maintenance

Tire maintenance is like preparing a fine meal. Unless you really like cooking and are very good at it, it's far easier – and safer sometimes – to visit a nice restaurant. Here are five reasons you might want to consider outsourcing your tire work.

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Articlesby Jim ParkApril 4, 2013

How to Prevent Flat Tires

A driver picks up a trailer from a drop yard. Before departing, the driver does a walk-around inspection, kicks the tires, checks the lights and then sticks it into the wind. He or she has no idea how much air pressure is in those tires, except to be fairly sure none of them is flat — visibly flat, that is. Any one or several of those tires could be underinflated, or even technically flat.

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Newsby Kate HarlowMarch 21, 2013

Goodyear Names 30th Highway Hero: Jason Harte

A truck driver who rescued a family of six from a smashed minivan has been named the 30th Goodyear Highway Hero.

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