Purdue specialist Fred Whitford shares five critical trailer tire safety tips to prevent dangerous blowouts and extend the ...

The system builds on the technology of TireMaax Pro, which inflates, relieves and equalizes tire pressures across all wheel positions with the added benefit of load-based pressure adjustments. “The ...

The most common misconception about load and inflation pressure is the myth that the maximum pressure molded on the sidewall of the tire is necessary to carry the weight of the vehicle. Although that ...

For truck drivers and owner-operators, we can't overstate the importance of maintaining proper tire pressure. Tire pressure impacts fuel economy, vehicle handling, traction, tire life, ride quality, ...

Regulatory requirements state that truck tires sold in the U.S. must have specific information on the sidewall, including size, load capacity, and a "DOT" marking for compliance. The inflation ...

Tire air pressure can have a profound effect on a tire’s life, fuel consumption, impact damage, and maintenance costs. As tire pressure increases and decreases, the tire’s footprint changes. This not ...

An expert panel focused real-world needs, and discussed how fleets can use practical data to improve safety and trailer ...

As one of the two biggest non-labor expenses that trucking fleets have, tires require careful maintenance. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Compliance, Safety, Accountability program ...

Editor’s note: This article was last updated on Oct. 15, 2023. It has been reviewed by Cars.com Senior News Editor Jennifer Harrington and is still accurate. Although it’s often overlooked, checking ...

Aging tires is an unfortunate problem that occurs with all trailers at some point. A set of boots may have provided many years of reliable service and look good to the naked eye, showing no signs of ...