Refuse trucks have a challenging job. They are expected to operate in the heat of the summer and in the cold of winter during snow and ice events. They often operate on paved city streets where curbs and high-scrub conditions are the enemy; or they may operate on a...
With the plethora of tire brands available to trucking fleets these days, determining which ones have quality casings for retreading can be daunting, but should not be. There is no reason for fleet managers to make subjective judgments about casing quality; objective...
Tires are a major cost center for any trucking fleet. Proper tire maintenance is an easy way to cut down tire costs and keep your fleet on the road. Here are four areas to focus on: TIRE ALIGNMENT Irregular tire wear is a key indicator that tires are not properly...
Spread axles are tough on tires. With the distance between the axles, there is significant lateral force, which can result in shoulder abrasion, especially when being pulled through a tight turn. Trailer tires for this application need to be engineered to resist this...
Much of the trucking freight that keeps America’s economy moving is transported by family-owned businesses – fleets of various sizes and owner operators. It is fitting then that Ralson, one of the newest commercial truck tire brands in the US, is family owned. For...