Tire Review Magazine

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

has begun applying its proprietary E+ mark on its tires for trucks and buses. The first truck or bus tires to bear the E+ mark will be a tire sold for use on buses in Japan and another one for buses in Europe. The post Yokohama Rubber will apply its EV marking on truck and bus tires appeared first on Tire Review Magazine.

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Tire Review Magazine

JUNE 10, 2024

For over 20 years, electric power steering or EPS has been a solution first adopted in smaller cars but now is the “go-to” steering assist technology for trucks, large sedans and EVs. The biggest change has been in the electric power steering control module’s connection with the vehicle.

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Tire Review Magazine

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Pirelli introduced the Scorpion Zero AS Plus 3, a new ultra-high performance all-season tire designed specifically for SUVs and light trucks. The post Pirelli releases all-season UHP tire designed for SUVs and light trucks: the Scorpion Zero AS Plus 3 appeared first on Tire Review Magazine.

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Tire Review Magazine

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Whether you’re servicing a pickup truck with active dampeners and air ride or a luxury sedan with hydraulic dampeners, these systems have faced their fair share of criticism from technicians over the years. The post How active suspension systems improve vehicle control and comfort appeared first on Tire Review Magazine.

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Tire Review Magazine

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Pirelli said it is designed to meet the demands of electric, plug-in hybrid, and internal combustion engine trucks and off-road vehicles. The “XTM” stands for extreme performance, because the tire features aggressive styling and technology that caters to the needs of todays truck and off-road enthusiasts, Pirelli said.

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Tire Review Magazine

OCTOBER 18, 2023

In celebration of a decade of manufacturing commercial truck tires at the Yokohama Tire Manufacturing Mississippi (YTMM) plant, Yokohama Tire CEO and President Jeff Barna announced during an event held for industry executives and local dignitaries that the plant is the No. 1 producer of Yokohama commercial tires.

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Tire Review Magazine

APRIL 5, 2024

There was plenty to drive, though, including an all-electric Porsche Taycan, an all-electric BMW EQ5, and a gas-powered Ford Explorer, each spec’d with Michelin tires. Daimler Truck North America also brought two of their trucks to the event. One of these was DTNA’s SuperTruck II.

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Tire Review Magazine

DECEMBER 21, 2023

As electric vehicles (EVs) gain in popularity, more drivers will visit repair shops hoping technicians can handle EV tire service needs. Whether it’s a passenger, truck, OTR or EV tire, many technicians just want to pull the tire off. The post Best Practices for EV Tire Repair appeared first on Tire Review Magazine.

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Tomorrow's Technician

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Thanks to TechForce partner Hertz, Grand Prize Winners will also receive a week-long rental of a cutting-edge Electric Vehicle (EV) and experience the thrill of eco-friendly, high-performance driving in style! The Grand Prize Winners will also receive a NAPA Carlyle toolbox stocked with Carlyle tools valued at $8K each.

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Tire Review Magazine

APRIL 29, 2024

The light truck (LT) tire market is shifting to meet ever-evolving demands from drivers and vehicle designs. The pandemic amplified interest in trucks for activities like towing, overlanding and off-roading, which created demand beyond just the traditional highway, all-terrain and mud-terrain tire segments.

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Tire Review Magazine

APRIL 29, 2024

The light truck (LT) tire market is shifting to meet ever-evolving demands from drivers and vehicle designs. The pandemic amplified interest in trucks for activities like towing, overlanding and off-roading, which created demand beyond just the traditional highway, all-terrain and mud-terrain tire segments.

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Tire Review Magazine

APRIL 8, 2024

Twelve of Hankook’s EV, passenger, light truck and SUV tires headline this promotion. Light truck and SUV owners can score savings on two new touring tires: the Kinergy XP, designed for maximum comfort and control, and the Dynapro HPX with extended tread life and improved grip.

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Tire Review Magazine

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

In addition to the AirCheck BLE launch, Schrader said it is introducing new OE replacement sensors for various vehicle types, including passenger vehicles, electric vehicles, motorcycles, trucks, and buses. The post Schrader TPMS Solutions reveals AirCheck BLE retrofit kit at SEMA appeared first on Tire Review Magazine.

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Tire Review Magazine

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Hankook Tire returned to the 2023 SEMA Show to demonstrate its latest SUV and electric vehicle (EV) tires. Hankook’s Dynapro tires for SUVs and light trucks were on display alongside the company’s iON product line, designed for the needs of EVs and EV owners. Dynapro is Hankook’s flagship offering for SUVs, the company said.

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Tire Review Magazine

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Toyo Tires has introduced the Open Country A/T III EV, an EV-specific, all-terrain replacement tire developed for the EV truck and SUV segment. “At the onset of this development, our goal was to support EV truck and SUV customers with a bespoke version of the Open Country A/T III. Designed and manufactured in the U.S.,

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Tire Review Magazine

MARCH 12, 2025

His father initially worked at a Husky truck stop, doing over-the-road jobs. Embracing EV Technology and AI Fox sees the rapid advancement of vehicle technology from advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) to electric vehicles (EV) as another reason to invest in training. I was literally born in the industry, Fox says.

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Tire Review Magazine

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

The group says it is exhibiting its full line of shocks, struts, and complete strut assemblies, along with air shocks, strut mounts, motor mounts and engine sealing parts for passenger cars, SUVs, pickups, light trucks, commercial and heavy-duty vehicles.

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Tire Review Magazine

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

The group says it is exhibiting its full line of shocks, struts, and complete strut assemblies, along with air shocks, strut mounts, motor mounts and engine sealing parts for passenger cars, SUVs, pickups, light trucks, commercial and heavy-duty vehicles.

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Tire Review Magazine

APRIL 5, 2024

There was plenty to drive, though, including an all-electric Porsche Taycan, an all-electric BMW EQ5, and a gas-powered Ford Explorer, each spec’d with Michelin tires. Daimler Truck North America also brought two of their trucks to the event. One of these was DTNA’s SuperTruck II.

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Tire Review Magazine

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Domestic, Asian, European, electric vehicles, fleet, you name it Preferred Automotive Specialists does it. That means their equipment needs to cover everything from standard daily drivers to a variety of trucks and commercial vehicles. With 13 bays and nine lifts, this is one independent repair shop that means business.

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Tire Review Magazine

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Domestic, Asian, European, electric vehicles, fleet, you name it Preferred Automotive Specialists does it. That means their equipment needs to cover everything from standard daily drivers to a variety of trucks and commercial vehicles. With 13 bays and nine lifts, this is one independent repair shop that means business.

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Tire Review Magazine

OCTOBER 24, 2024

According to the company, all AP Pro Series lifts include an air-electric workstation, multiple sets of adapters, and adapter storage racks to service a wide range of cars, trucks, vans and SUVs. Every 10AP Pro Series lift includes a WSA-100 air-electric workstation.

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Tire Review Magazine

OCTOBER 25, 2023

including battery electric, low profile, truck frame and unibody vehicles, with the asymmetrical lift featuring Rotary’s patent-pending all-vehicle lift arms. capacity is designed to give technicians proper clearance to service batteries on electric and hybrid vehicles, helping repair shops extend their service capabilities.

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Tire Review Magazine

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Schaeffler is hosting customers and industry partners at its booth, showcasing products and service solutions that enhance the vehicle’s life cycle, as well as technologies that support the transition to electric mobility, the company said. The post Schaeffler Showcases Aftermarket Solutions at AAPEX appeared first on Tire Review Magazine.

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Tire Review Magazine

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Schaeffler is hosting customers and industry partners at its booth, showcasing products and service solutions that enhance the vehicle’s life cycle, as well as technologies that support the transition to electric mobility, the company said. The post Schaeffler Showcases Aftermarket Solutions at AAPEX appeared first on Tire Review Magazine.

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Tire Review Magazine

MARCH 19, 2024

Grace Hovis’s journey in the family business, Hovis Auto and Truck Supply, highlights the balance between honoring tradition and seeking innovation. Founded in 1952, Hovis Auto and Truck Supply Inc. The post At the intersection of tradition and innovation with Grace Hovis appeared first on Tire Review Magazine.

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Tire Review Magazine

MARCH 19, 2024

Grace Hovis’s journey in the family business, Hovis Auto and Truck Supply, highlights the balance between honoring tradition and seeking innovation. Founded in 1952, Hovis Auto and Truck Supply Inc. The post At the intersection of tradition and innovation with Grace Hovis appeared first on Tire Review Magazine.

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Tire Review Magazine

JANUARY 26, 2024

In recent years, the light truck (LT) tire segment has seen several shifts as driver preferences and market demands call for changes. A few years ago, when RT tires were first introduced to the market, they were primarily targeted at light trucks and consisted of a size lineup tailored to these vehicles.

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Tire Review Magazine

OCTOBER 13, 2023

The ASE Education Foundation recently revised its accreditation standards for truck and collision repair training programs, specifically focusing on tasks, tools and equipment related to high-voltage (HV) systems, including those found on electric vehicles and hybrids.

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Tire Review Magazine

OCTOBER 13, 2023

The ASE Education Foundation recently revised its accreditation standards for truck and collision repair training programs, specifically focusing on tasks, tools and equipment related to high-voltage (HV) systems, including those found on electric vehicles and hybrids.

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Tire Review Magazine

AUGUST 8, 2024

Bendpak said the 12APX Series is built to handle internal combustion and electric cars, trucks, vans, SUVs and other vehicles. According to BendPak, these arms can reach the OEM-recommended lift points on a wider range of vehicles, from small cars to light trucks and other commercial vehicles. as high as 82.5

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Tire Review Magazine

AUGUST 8, 2024

Bendpak said the 12APX Series is built to handle internal combustion and electric cars, trucks, vans, SUVs and other vehicles. According to BendPak, these arms can reach the OEM-recommended lift points on a wider range of vehicles, from small cars to light trucks and other commercial vehicles. as high as 82.5

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Tire Review Magazine

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The plant specializes in high-performance and UHP tires for various vehicles, including cars, electric vehicles, SUVs and light trucks. The post Pirelli marks 50 million tires manufactured in Mexico plant appeared first on Tire Review Magazine. million to 8.5 million tires. principles, the company said.

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Tire Review Magazine

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

but that same lift won’t be able to handle the likes of a Class 6 truck, like an F550, which could weigh upwards of 18,000 lbs. In general, heavy trucks should use a symmetrical design, while cars and light trucks can use an asymmetrical design. Second, know what work you will be providing. There’s a lift for that.

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Tire Review Magazine

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

its production is focused on the high-value segment, in high-performance and ultra-high-performance tires for cars, electric vehicles, SUVs and light trucks. The post Pirelli Inaugurates $15 Million R&D Center in Silao, Mexico appeared first on Tire Review Magazine. According to the manufacturer. million tires by 2024.

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Tire Review Magazine

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

its production is focused on the high-value segment, in high-performance and ultra-high-performance tires for cars, electric vehicles, SUVs and light trucks. The post Pirelli Inaugurates $15 Million R&D Center in Silao, Mexico appeared first on Tire Review Magazine. According to the manufacturer. million tires by 2024.

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Tire Review Magazine

AUGUST 15, 2024

“From improvements like an all-new handle to those that aren’t as easily spotted, like using higher grades of steel in key components, our latest innovations make the EVS4500 and EVS3000 a fit for servicing electric cars, vans and commercial trucks.” enough to tackle a full range of EVs from cars to commercial trucks.

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