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January 13, 2016 01:00 AM

Uniroyal truck tires to debut in U.S. market

Tire Business Staff
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    GREENVILLE, S.C. (Jan. 13, 2016) — Michelin North America Inc. is introducing Uniroyal-brand medium truck tires to the U.S. market in an effort to attract intermediate and budget-conscious owners-operators and small fleets.

    The tire maker has launched six tread designs for long-haul, regional and heavy-duty applications under its third-tier brand, complementing the premium Michelin and second-tier BFGoodrich-brand commercial lines.

    Michelin unveiled Uniroyal truck tires in Canada last April and in Mexico in 2014.

    RD30

    The Uniroyal commercial lineup in the U.S. includes:

    • LS24, a SmartWay-verified long-haul all-position tire optimized for the steer axle;
    • LT40, a long-haul and regional trailer tire;
    • RS20, a SmartWay-verified regional all-position tire optimized for the steer axle;
    • RD30, a regional and long-haul drive tire;
    • HS50, an on-/off-road all-position tire optimized for the steer axle; and
    • HD60, an on-/off-road drive tire.

     

    (Michelin North America Inc. photos)

    LS24

    The tires are made with Michelin's DuraShield construction, which features pyramidal steel belts, insulating belt edge strips and a heavy-gauge inner liner to reduce stress, promote endurance and protect the tire's casing, according to Michelin.

    The Uniroyal commercial truck tires are backed by a four-year limited warranty. Certain tires used in long-haul and regional applications also are covered by a one-retread limited warranty, the company said.

    Twenty-six sizes are available now through Michelin's dealer network, with two more available in March.

    Greenville-based Michelin said it will be supporting the introduction with multi-media advertising.

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