Two new tires from BFGoodrich target regional and urban fleets where operating stresses are high. The Route Control S and Route Control D boast long-wearing, high-traction treads and durable casings.
Toyo Tire's new NanoEnergy M671 super regional drive tire provides improved traction, fuel efficiency, and wear life, according to the company.
In response to the rapidly growing regional-haul trucking segment, the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company is launching three new sizes for its Fuel Max RTD (Regional Traction Drive) tire line.
The Bridgestone M704 tire is designed to withstand the high-scrub environments that regional fleets encounter daily.
Regional haul and yard tractors represent two good opportunities for the early adoption of fully-electric Class 8 trucks, according to speakers at the North American Commercial Vehicle Show.
Prometeon Tyre Group Commercial Solutions has launched the Nextroad brand of tires designed for drive open shoulder and steer applications in the regional haul market.
The North American Council for Freight Efficiency has released the 10 fleets and drivers that will be participating in its Run on Less Regional Challenge in October, as well as a series of educational webinars focusing on emerging trucking technologies.
The Yokohama 715R regional-haul tire is SmartWay-verified for low rolling resistance and available in 11R22.5, 295/75R22.5, 285/75R24.5 and 11R24.5 sizes.
The Pirelli branded R89 Series Tire line from Prometeon Tyre Group Commercial Solutions is dedicated to regional market applications and is being introduced after testing across the U.S. and Canada.
The renamed Conti HSL 3 long haul tire's new nomenclature spells out vehicle classification, axle and application and is designed to let tire dealers and fleets pinpoint application and usage at a glance.