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Overview

How to build a radial truck tire

Tires are not just round and black--they are sophisticated products that can take years of research and development to produce. If you have ever wondered how tires are made, the following is a roadmap for constructing a radial truck tire.

Low Profile

The industry trend for sizing has been towards low profile sizes. Learn more about the benefits of low profile sizes as well as the difference between standard section tires.

Sidewalls and Ozone

Sooner or later, everyone in the trucking industry comes across a tire that has been attacked by ozone. Some call it ozone cracking, some call it weather checking, everybody calls it a nuisance.

Extended Tire Life Tips

It only takes a couple of minutes on maintenance each month to keep your tires working at their best.