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Just in time for winter, Yokohama Tire has launched the 907W, a premium, extreme traction drive tire which is designed for fleets and operators who are…
Yokohama Tire Named Premier Partner of the Porsche Carrera Cup North America
Yokohama Tire has expanded its partnership with Porsche Motorsport North America (PMNA) again. The tire maker announced it will be the new Premier Partner of the…
LT Tires: Work Hard, Play Hard
Today’s light truck owners expect a lot from their tires. There used to be a time when light trucks were thought of as work vehicles. No…
Yokohama Recalls 6,992 Commercial Tires
Yokohama Tire Corporation voluntarily recalled one size of the 504C. A total of 6,992 of size 11R22.5 manufactured at Yokohama’s plant in West Point, Mississippi between…
Yokohama Tire & Robin Shute Are King of the Mountain Again at Pikes Peak
Both Yokohama Tire & Robin Shute continued their supremacy at the 101st Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. Shute helped the tiremaker claim its second straight…
Yokohama Introduces New 114R Regional Haul Trailer Tire That’s Built To Last
Yokohama Tire (Canada) Inc. is introducing the 114R—a new low-rolling-resistance (LRR) commercial tire designed for regional haul fleets and spread-axle operators looking for maximum tire life.…
HP/UHP Tires: The High-Performance Evolution
The ultra-high-performance tire market is changing, and tire manufacturers are keeping pace with new products and solutions. According to a report published by the global market…
Yokohama Tire’s New 114R Regional Haul Trailer Tire Built to Last
Yokohama Tire’s new 114R is designed for fleets and operators who are looking to maximize tire life in regional haul and spread-axle operations. The SmartWay-verified tire…
Yokohama Introduces New 716U Tire for Waste/Recycling Fleets
Yokohama Tire is introducing a new commercial offering—the 716U ultra wide-base (UWB)—designed to decrease weight and increase profitability for fleets. Available in size 455/55R225, the 716U…
All-Season Tires: Hold On Tight!
The all-season tire market is on a bit of a rollercoaster ride, and things are changing quickly. The tire market has seen some dramatic ups and…