Modern trailers demand more from tires. See how design, materials, and construction improve trailer tires for heavy loads.

Most of us now acknowledge there's some benefit to running low-rolling-resistance tires. They are supposed to improve fuel economy, right? That's the idea, and for the most part that's exactly what ...

Tire treadwear ratings, also known as Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG), were developed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT).

Michelin has filed a patent for a heavy-duty vehicle tire tread design that balances resistance to stony ground and grip on muddy terrain. The tread features five rows separated by cuts, with specific ...

The Science Behind Tire Wear & How Engineers Design for Longevity Check out the Continental TrueContact Tour54: https://bit.ly/4dis0aY Big thanks to Continental for sponsoring this video! The instant ...

NASHVILLE, Tenn.―Bridgestone Americas Inc. has launched the SmartWay-verified Firestone FT492 trailer tire for long- and regional-haul service applications. Available in five sizes, the Firestone ...

NASHVILLE, Tenn. ― Bridgestone Americas Inc. has launched a Firestone-brand SmartWay-verified trailer tire, the FT492, for long- and regional-haul service applications. Available in five sizes, the ...