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Real-time truck tyre pressure monitoring is here with Goodyear (almost)

Kevin Wood — Sun, 02 Jun 2019 21:08:38 +0000

The Goodyear TPMS could have multiple benefits for fleet operators One of the bugbears of fleet managers is wear and tear on truck tyres. One of the most common causes of extra wear and tear on a tyre is running at incorrect tyre pressure, which also causes handling and safety issues and harms fuel consumption. […]

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How truck fleet managers can reduce the top cause of breakdowns in Queensland

Kevin Wood — Sun, 12 Nov 2017 21:22:28 +0000

A truck tyre strategy for every day and roadside emergencies In studies across Australia and around the world, tyres are the number one reason trucks break down while on the road. In this article, you’ll find out how you can reduce tyre issues while your truck is on the road, and what to do if […]

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9 tips to get the best from your off-road truck tyres in Queensland

Kevin Wood — Sun, 08 Oct 2017 22:16:59 +0000

How to drive safe and sure when you’re off-road Goodyear’s Wrangler DuraTrac tyre was recently voted the best off-road truck tyre by readers of ‘Off Road’ magazine. It’s the fifth year running that it’s won the accolade, and once more the tyre polled over 20% of the votes from 20,000 readers. Goodyear has now won […]

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7 tips to make your truck tyres last longer in Queensland

Kevin Wood — Sun, 03 Sep 2017 22:15:12 +0000

Increase value from your truck tyres Tyres are one of a truck fleet’s largest expenses. Whether your vehicles run long, uninterrupted trips on highways and motorways, or do their business on stop/start routes through Brisbane and along the Gold Coast, Queensland’s road surfaces will eventually take their toll. These seven tips for taking care of […]

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Can low rolling resistance truck tyres save you money?

Kevin Wood — Sun, 11 Jun 2017 23:19:36 +0000

How not to jeopardise driver safety when you save on fuel costs As a fleet manager, you’ll know that a truck’s tyres could be responsible for as much as 30% of fuel consumption. It is because contact with the ground causes a truck tyre to heat up and deform. It is rolling resistance. The higher […]

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Truck tyres – How to buy the best retreads

Kevin Wood — Fri, 24 Feb 2017 00:57:48 +0000

Truck tyres – Can retreads be as good as new truck tyres? When it comes to truck parts, its tyres are probably the most important. They’re the sole connection between you and the ground, and they play a massive part in braking and handling. Only with the right truck tyres will you be able to […]

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Mining Tyres & OTR Truck Tyres from Darra Tyres Brisbane

Kevin Wood — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 19:51:20 +0000

There has been talk of a shortage of mining tyres in Australia due to China’s insatiable demand for Australian commodities. The addition of new trucks for the mines and replacing tyres on these trucks to keep up the demand from China has caused a gap in the supply of tyres for mining and OTR vehicles. […]

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