Five Of Hankook’s Aurora Brand Tires Get SmartWay Verification
Tires verified by the program include the Aurora UF03 (long haul steer), Aurora UF04 (regional steer/all-position), Aurora UF07 (long haul trailer), Aurora UZ02 (drive position) and Aurora UZ03 (drive position).
200 Passes And Still Going: Frank Aragona And His Goodyear Tires
Frank Aragona has been part of drag racing for half a century. An Englishtown resident, Aragona now operates a multi-car team with cars in the Competition Eliminator and Super Comp categories.
Goodyear Tires Chosen For 2014 Silverado, Sierra Trucks
General Motors Corp. has selected a variety of Goodyear tires as original equipment fitments for 2014 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra models, which are among the most popular trucks available in North America.
Kumho Recalled Tires Being Recalled Again
Kumho Tire USA Inc. had to re-recall some 12,000 of its own previously recalled tires after some of them were sold back into the distribution chain as “used tires.”
Examining The Differences Between OE tires And Their ‘Exact Duplicate’ Replacements
It wasn’t too long ago that the general consensus was that the only reasons a carmaker chose a particular tire as OE was appearance and cost – it had to look good in the showroom and it had to be cheap. Even if that was true then, things are different today. As vehicles have evolved to become lighter, more fuel-efficient and more responsive, original equipment tires have changed, too. Tire weight and rolling resistance have been reduced and handling has improved.
Toyo Tires Launches ‘Smooth It Over’ Sweepstakes On Facebook
Toyo Tire U.S.A. Corp. announces the launch of its “Smooth It Over” sweepstakes, running now through June 2. Toyo tires are designed to deliver a smooth ride on the road. Now, followers of Toyo on Facebook can help pass along that message, and help friends “smooth things over,” even when they’re not driving, the company says.
Mickey Thompson Performance Tires & Wheels Celebrates 50 Years
Founded by the legendary Mickey Thompson and friend Gene McMannis in 1963, Mickey Thompson Performance Tires & Wheels is celebrating 50 years of innovation and product excellence in 2013. Thompson and McMannis started with a visionary way to design, manufacture and test high-performance tires – a legacy that remains the backbone of the company today.
Driving On Bald Tires Increases In U.S.
According to a survey by the Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA), more than one in eight U.S. vehicles has bald tires – which can cause an increase in vehicle stopping distances and a higher susceptibility to hydroplaning.
Yokohama’s New ‘Tire Tips’ Video Helps Consumers Understand The Difference Between OE And Aftermarket Tires
When it comes to replacing tires, consumers are often faced with a decision on whether to buy original equipment (OE) or aftermarket tires. How to choose between the two is the subject of the latest episode of “Tire Tips” from Yokohama Tire Corporation (YTC).
TIRES: TPMS TIPS: Nine tips to increase productivity and reduce comebacks
Nine tips to increase productivity and reduce comebacks