Giti adding low RR radial drive tire

RANCHO CUCAMONGA, Calif. (Jan. 17, 2017) — Giti Tire Group is adding a SmartWay-verified radial drive tire, the GT Radial GDL651FS, to its North American portfolio of products.

The tire is being introduced in one size, 295/75R22.5, but the line will be expanded to include all low-profile and regular sizes throughout 2017, according to GITI Tire (USA) Ltd., the U.S. sales subsidiary of Giti Tire Group.

The GDL651FS is available with a tread depth of 26/32nd inch and is backed by a 72-month limited warranty and limited two-retread casing warranty, GITI Tire said.

The company said the tire is geared at long-haul operations seeking enhanced fuel economy, good traction and long treadwear.

Features and benefits include:

• Low rolling-resistance compound improves fuel economy and delivers low heat generation for durability.

• Four zigzag longitudinal groove design ensures good traction and driving stability.

• Continuous shoulder rib design helps prevents irregular wear for longer mileage performance.

• Optimized tread block ratio also helps prevent irregular wear by creating uniformity in block stiffness throughout the tread design.

• Enhanced angle in the groove wall and tie bar helps prevent stone trapping.

"This new generation drive tire was designed specifically for the North American market in a collaborative effort by our technical center in Ohio and corporate R&D center," said Patrick Gunn, director of sales and marketing, commercial tire, for GITI Tire (USA).

"We feel confident that it will be well accepted by fleets and owner operators for its fuel efficiency, outstanding traction and long wear for long haul operations."

Other SmartWay-verified products in the GT Radial lineup for line haul operations include: GSL213FS steer tire, GDL617FS drive tire, and GT979FS trailer tire.

Rancho Cucamonga-based GITI Tire (USA) is Giti Tire Group's sales, marketing, and distribution company for North America, responsible for the GT Radial, Primewell and Dextero brands.