Toyo introduces long haul drive and trailer tires designed for fuel efficiency
Posted by Article Courtesy of Toyo Tire U.S.A. Corp. on Aug 8th 2018
Both tires feature low-rolling resistance tread compounds and are EPA SmartWay verified.Toyo Tire U.S.A. Corp. launched two fuel-efficient super singles, the NanoenergyM675 long haul drive tire and the NanoenergyM175 long haul trailer tire. Both products feature new low-rolling resistance tread compounds and are EPA SmartWay verified.The M175 and M675 super singles feature proprietary Nano Balance Technology which contributes to more precisely arranged molecules in the tread compound of the tire
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Keep Driver Cool with the NITE® No-idle system
Posted by East Coast Truck & Trailer on Jun 19th 2018
As we enter summer time with day after day of scorching heat in some parts of the country, I think about drivers and how glad I am that the industry has come up with a variety of solutions to help keep them cool during their non-driving hours. But are we providing enough of these tools for those drivers who are delivering all the goods we need and want?To start with there are some pretty basic things that can be done starting when the vehicle is spec’d and continuing through driving and parking
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Towing Straps for Recovery & Tie Down
Posted by East Coast Truck and Trailer on Mar 22nd 2018
In recent years, polyester
and nylon straps
have become the preferred choice for vehicle recovery and tie-downs. They are
used on every type of vehicle, no matter the size. These durable straps are
used to secure vehicles to pull them from ditches or to
bring
a vehicle upright after a rollover
. Whether you're towing a car or uprighting overturned trucks and trailers, you want to have confidence in the equipment you're
using.
There are some
obvious advantages when usin
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Hi Vis Clothing is a Must for Today’s Work and Play
Posted by East Coast Truck and Trailer on Aug 25th 2017
Most towing professionals, car haulers, and other commercial drivers know about
Hi Vis clothing – and when they must wear it. Some people call them reflective vests – some call them safety jackets. Most truck drivers know that they should always wear it – because it could save your life by making you more visible while you’re working on the road. Hi Visibility clothing isn’t just for emergency responders, towing professionals, and road crews – anyone working on state or national roadway
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ARRIVING JULY 2017
Posted by East Coast Truck & Trailer Sales on Jul 28th 2017
Our new blog will debut the last weekend in July and the first story will blow your mind! Check back throughout the weekend and be the first to get the scoop!