The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, Akron, Ohio, USA recently launched additional three new sizes for the Goodyear Fuel Max Regional Traction Drive (RTD) in response to high demand occasioned by the rapid growth in the regional-haul trucking business.
Goodyear Fuel Max RTD
The tire contains a new low rolling resistance compound, green-house gas emissions and fuel efficiency compliant, and 3PMSF for enhanced traction in all-weather conditions.
It is an ideal tire for heavy-duty pick-ups, day cabs, box trucks, straight trucks, utility vehicles, and any regional truck that requires extra traction in all weather conditions.
The Goodyear Fuel Max RTD is available in limited sizes of 295/75R22.5 H, 11R22.5 G H, 255/70R22.5 H, 255/70R29.5 G, and 225/70R19.5 H.
It comes with the highway, auto, and light truck tire replacement limited warranty which enables buyers to claim a replacement with a comparable new tire, either free of charge or for a prorated amount, based on set tread-wear and time in case of any complaint.
Performance
The new Fuel Max RTD is an all-weather tire built to deliver all-around performance across a wide range of driving conditions, as well as lowering the associated operational costs.
The tire is designed to improve the operational efficiency of regional and urban trucking fleets, balanced with longevity and good traction in all weather conditions.
Compliant with Phase 2 greenhouse gas emissions and fuel efficiency standards, the Fuel Max RTD contains a new low-rolling-resistance compound and is complete with 3-Peak Mountain Snowflake certification for enhanced traction in all weather conditions.
Technology
- The Max RTD comes with a complex sipe geometry with variable tread depth which helps to provide excellent traction as the tire wears out.
- It also comes with conical stone ejectors to limit stone trapping and guarantees low road noise.
- The Goodyear Max RTD features Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake for enhanced traction in all weather conditions.
- Combined with the new tread design and compounds, this traction enhances better tire performance to maximize grip and fuel efficiency.
- The proven tread design on the tire enhances longer and even wear to the very last period of its lifespan.
- The RTD is built with a 25/32-inch deep tread which prolongs its years of usage and prevents premature wearing.
Warranty
This new Goodyear comes with the highway auto and light truck tire replacement limited warranty which enables buyers to claim a replacement with a comparable new tire, either free of charge or for a prorated amount, based on set tread-wear and time in case of any complaint.
Company’s Profile
Goodyear is one of the world’s leading tire companies with operations in most regions of the world and one of the most recognized brand names.
The company has continued to set new standards in the development of innovative tire technologies in the global tire market.
It employs about 63,000 people and manufactures its products in 47 facilities in 21 countries around the world.
The company recently merged with Dunlop to form one of the largest tire manufacturers in the world and now owns all the quality brands of Dunlop, Goodyear, Fulda, Falken, and Kelly under one household name.
Goodyear produces a wide range of tires for consumers all over the world while offering most of the benefits today’s drivers are looking for in an ideal tire, ranging from innovative technology, performance handling to all-weather reliability and affordable quality.
The company has produced many top brands for aviation, commercial trucks, off-the-road, racing, and RV tires in various sizes for all seasons and weather.
Tire Sizes
19”
225/70R19.5 H
22”
255/70R22.5 H
295/75R22.5 H
11R22.5 H
29”
255/70R29.5 G
Pros
- Balanced traction
- Fuel efficiency
- Durable
- Relatively low road noise
- Great handling
- Extended tread-life
Cons
- It is a new tire, hence no negative report yet
Alfred's TakeThe newly introduced Goodyear Fuel Max (RTD) Regional Traction Drive will prove to be a better tire for your heavy-duty pick-up or utility vehicle, as it comes with a new low-rolling-resistance compound and its 3PMSF certified for enhanced traction in all-weather conditions.
The tire is available for now in 5 limited sizes.
Conclusion
Goodyear tires are among the top global tire manufacturers for a reason.
For one, they consistently make quality, durable tires that you can always count on having a good tread life.
Two, pretty much every single Goodyear model provides solid to way above average handling and traction in different weather conditions.
However, it does not come with any manufacturer’s tread-life warranty yet, but with the highway, auto, and light truck tire replacement limited warranty which enables you to seek a refund or replacement should the tire not meet up with your intended specifications.
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