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Newsby Deborah LockridgeJuly 9, 2019

EPA Adds SmartWay Day Cab Program, Revises Retread Tire Specs

The Environmental Protection Agency is making some changes to its SmartWay program that offers information on verified fuel-efficient technologies. Day cabs are now eligible for the SmartWay designation, and research into fuel-efficient retreads will result in changes to how those products are classified.

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Newsby StaffJuly 2, 2019

Marangoni Expands Ringtread Network in Florida

Marangoni Tread North America has announced that Pride Enterprises in Avon Park, Florida, is now a member of the Marangoni Ringtread network.

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ArticlesJune 28, 2019

The Art of Tire Design

What makes tires so high tech? On the surface, they’re black and round and look pretty much the same. One tire expert digs into the art – and science – of designing truck tires.

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Newsby StaffJune 28, 2019

Technician Training to Focus on Alignment

The American Council of Frame and Alignment Specialists will offer a technician training clinic on alignment in August.

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ArticlesJune 24, 2019

Michelin Executive Talks Airless Tire and Sustainability

Michelin's Executive Vice President Laurent Bourrut describe's how the company's UPTIS airless tire concept is the culmination of the company's vision for a sustainable future.

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ArticlesJune 19, 2019

A Component-by-Component Guide to Truck Spec’ing

Nothing is more important to your fleet’s success than properly spec’d trucks. But there are thousands of options out there, so determining which specs are best for your needs can be a challenge. Here's some advice from a longtime spec'ing authority.

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Photo Galleriesby David CullenJune 10, 2019

The Sustainable Future at Michelin's Movin'On Conference [Photos]

The 2019 Movin'On Summit, a transportation technology and sustainability showcase created and fostered by Michelin, was held June 4 to 6 in Montreal. HDT Executive Editor David Cullen was on hand, getting a glimpse into what the sustainable future of transportation may hold..

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ProductsJune 7, 2019

Cooper Tire Launches Pro Series Long Haul Trailer Tire

Cooper Tire is offering a full lineup of Cooper Pro Series tires with the addition of the Pro Series long haul trailer tire, joining the Pro Series long haul drive and long haul steer tires.

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ProductsJune 6, 2019

Bridgestone Launches New Fuel Efficient Ecopia Trailer Tire

Bridgestone Americas’ R123 Ecopia Tire is a SmartWay verified trailer tire engineered to deliver low-rolling resistance and exceptional wear in long-haul and regional service applications.

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Articlesby Jim ParkMay 23, 2019

How Trucking Fleets Can Be Proactive With Tire Safety

Drivers are required to physically inspect their tires at the beginning and the end of a driving shift, and fleets have some obligation to look after these expensive assets — but somehow tires continue to come apart out on the highway.

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