FULLERTON, Calif. (Jan. 25, 2013) — Yokohama Tire Corp.’s TY517 wide-base truck tire has been verified as a low rolling-resistance tire under the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s SmartWay program.
Yokohama said it now has nine products recognized as SmartWay verified and will debut the TY517 at the Mid-America Trucking Show in Louisville, Ky., March 21-23.
The TY517 is an ultra-wide-base drive tire that offers improved traction and long, even wear, according to Yokohama, adding that the tire’s profile contributes to its durability for increased retreadability. The tire is available in size 445/50R22.5.
“The TY517 meets the SmartWay program’s stringent verified low rolling resistance criteria because it runs cooler and helps reduce fuel consumption, which cuts costs for fleets and benefits the environment,” said Rick Phillips, Yokohama’s director of commercial sales.
Source: Tire Business
