Yokohama launches regional drive tire

Yokohama Tire 715R open shoulder regional drive tireYokohama Tire has introduced the 715R, a new open shoulder regional drive tire.

The 715R is SmartWay-verified for low rolling resistance and available in a 11R22.5. Three more sizes, 295/75R22.5, 285/75R24.5 and 11R24.5, will arrive in early 2020, the company says.

“The deep-tread, 715R is the answer for fleets looking to maximize traction and boost their bottom line by having tires that provide long, even wear, an open shoulder design and fuel efficiency,” says Tom Clauer, Yokohama senior manager of commercial and OTR product planning. “The 715R also offers high retreadability, so it truly delivers the performance and value fleets require.”

According to the company, other benefits include a tread design featuring strategically placed tie bars that control block movement and minimize heel/toe wear; sturdy, open shoulder blocks that are precisely spaced and help minimize the retention of foreign objects; an exclusive compound that’s cut and chip resistant and reduces rolling resistance for a more efficient operation; and 16-ply construction and an H load-rating.

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