The Truth About Cars

APRIL 2, 2024

Photo by Mr Twister/Shutterstock.com Advances in the field of tire and rubber technology (yes, that’s a thing; we promise) have permitted manufacturers to make huge strides in the ability of these things to grip surfaces of all types. RoadX backs the RXMotion MX440 with a 60,000-mile/60-month tread life warranty (100,000km/60-month in Canada.

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The Truth About Cars

MARCH 27, 2024

A main point of complaint for owners has been tires, as a new J.D. The study showed that EV owners are less satisfied with their tires’ durability, as they expect them to last as long as their gas vehicle’s tires did. Outside of EV tires, J.D. Falken was the top tire in the truck and utility segment.

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Green Car Reports

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

California clamps down on replacement tire efficiency. Rivian thinks about charging stations fanning hot electric truck batteries as they charge. And Lordstown Motors is recalling the Endurance over a propulsion issue. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. Lordstown Motors has paused production on the Endurance electric truck due to.

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The Truth About Cars

MARCH 29, 2024

That’s the problem that Ford is having with the Transit Trail van, which was recently recalled for having tires that are too big, causing rubbing. Ford got a complaint from an unnamed upfitter company, which said that the van’s 30-inch Goodyear Wrangler tires rubbed when the front end was under load. Image: Ford] Become a TTAC insider.

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The Truth About Cars

JANUARY 24, 2024

A Detroit-based startup hoping to normalize robotic tire changes has filed for bankruptcy, perhaps offering hope to all the humans worried that they're about to be displaced by automation. While the device does seem to be adept at changing tires, it’s hard to imagine a scenario where it actually saves that much time. million claim.

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The Truth About Cars

MARCH 25, 2024

If you live in the Snow Belt, you might, depending on your ride, be swapping summer tires for snows every fall. So, if you swap rubber every six months, tells when the summer tires come out of storage. With spring having, uh, sprung, we here at TTAC HQ are wondering -- when do you put your summers back on? Sound off below.

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Electrek

JANUARY 9, 2024

Goodyear has debuted the ElectricDrive 2, a second-gen all-season EV tire – but are EV-specific tires worth putting on your electric vehicle? more… The post Goodyear launches a new EV tire – but are EV tires worth it? appeared first on Electrek.

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The Truth About Cars

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Once again, we're giving away some winter tires! These tires are also designed for longevity, giving the owner an extra season of use. Get the latest news, features,& TTAC& takes, and everything else that gets to the truth about cars first by& subscribing to our& newsletter. It's time for a TTAC Giveaway!

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Teslarati

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Tesla has launched a dedicated Tire Protection Plan for customers in California. The program covers select tires for the Model S, Model X, Model 3, and Model Y. Tesla notes that the program would cover the repair and replacement of vehicles’ tires and wheels.

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Green Car Reports

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

A study suggests that brake and tire pollution may exceed that from tailpipes. New results out this morning from survey giant J.D. Vinfast says that it’s delivering its first U.S.-market market EVs to customers tomorrow. And the Rivian R1T is making owners very happy. This and more, here at Green Car Reports.

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Electric Cars Report

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Global tire maker Hankook Tire has launched the company’s first tires in the U.S. The iON evo AS and iON evo AS SUV are the first in Hankook’s full line of EV tires. that are specifically designed for electric vehicles.

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Green Car Reports

JANUARY 7, 2022

Goodyear goes sustainable with its tire ingredients. VinFast is moving fast to present a whole family of EVs. And Chrysler could reboot the brand with its Airflow EV concept. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The leading edge of Stellantis’ electric vehicle push is coming from a brand that appeared on the verge of.

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Green Car Reports

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Natural-rubber tires could be made from a sustainable crop in the U.S. The Honda CR-V Hybrid gets a price—and better gas mileage in some versions. And what’s the most aerodynamic production car in the world? This and more, here at Green Car Reports.

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Teslarati

MAY 30, 2023

Tesla has added a new feature in its most recent update that relates to tire safety, specifically tracking the mileage on your rubber and notifying you of when it might be time for a fresh set. However, in today’s day and age, too many people are not aware of how often you should change your tires.

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Green Car Reports

JANUARY 10, 2023

Goodyear shows a tire that’s 90% sustainable. A Ram extended-range EV will help run faster than regulations. Lightyear opens the waitlist for its $40,000 model. This and more, here at Green Car Reports.

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Electric Cars Report

MAY 22, 2023

Bridgestone Americas has introduced its new Turanza EV grand touring tire, the company’s first-ever replacement tire designed specifically for premium electric vehicles and the first to feature Bridgestone ENLITEN technology.

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Baua Electric

APRIL 22, 2024

recently marked a significant milestone with a ceremony held on April 15 for its upcoming passenger car tire plant in Mexico. The venture aligns with Yokohama Rubber’s consumer tire strategy outlined in its new medium-term management plan, Yokohama Transformation 2026 (YX2026). The Yokohama Rubber Co.,

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Baua Electric

APRIL 22, 2024

Michelin built its name on tires that ride on a cushion of air. One of those reasons, he explained, is that globally about 20% of tires are taken out of service prematurely due to sidewall damage or a puncture. At one point it looked like airless tires might be ready for the road surprisingly soon. With around 1.6

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The Truth About Cars

JANUARY 19, 2024

Wide swaths of the motoring public tend to dislike spending money on new tires, thinking them little more than rubber circles which are all the same. Until now, the specter of all-weather tires has been somewhat nebulous. If only we could transfer this enthusiasm to everyone. Take four and call me in the morning.

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Green Car Reports

APRIL 26, 2021

Some very special tires are going into a solar car that hopes to leapfrog Tesla in efficiency. The electric-car deals this month span beyond the Bolt EV. A report suggests there aren’t enough EV battery factories planned for the next decade. And the supplier behind the VW diesel scandal pushes back on the EV future.

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Green Car Reports

APRIL 27, 2023

Airless tires could be a step closer. Vinfast gets a funding boost. And EVs still cost a whole lot extra in some cases to insure. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. billion boost for Vietnam’s Vinfast may help keep the company moving even if its IPO gets delayed—allowing the company to keep pushing along with its vision.

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Green Car Reports

JULY 5, 2023

GM is keeping a closer eye on EV battery issues, Michelin airless tires get tested in vans. Rivian makes progress in its production ramp. And we drive Rolls-Royce’s first electric car and dig into its tech backstory. This and more, here at Green Car Reports.

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The Truth About Cars

JANUARY 24, 2024

If you’ve been putting off picking up a new Wrangler just because Jeep doesn’t offer the Xtreme 35 Tire Package on two-door models of the Rubicon and Willys, you have officially run out of excuses. liter turbo engine and includes the obvious 35-inch tires (LT315/70R17 if you prefer that metric), beadlock capable wheels, a 1.5

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Baua Electric

APRIL 12, 2024

In EVs, which cause almost no energy loss due to heat, around 34% to 37% of the energy loss is attributed to the tires, if rolling resistance is included with air resistance.

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Electrek

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Today, Kia and Hyundai introduced a new snow chain-integrated tire that utilizes shape memory alloy modules inside the wheel. See how this incredible new tech works in the video below.

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The Truth About Cars

APRIL 24, 2023

Airless tires are one of those concepts that have been around forever (we used to call them wagon wheels) but never seem to be able to achieve a technological breakthrough that would make them preferable to what’s already on the market. Despite being nigh un-puncturable, airless tires usually come with some downsides. So, we need it.’”

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Green Car Reports

OCTOBER 26, 2020

Electric vehicles could be losing 4% of their efficiency due to tires—and their inability to hold their ideal pressure. Original Toyota hybrid owners like to keep their vehicles for a long time. Bollinger’s battery pack takes form a bit different than had been previously hinted. This and more here at Green Car Reports.

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Green Car Reports

JULY 19, 2021

The Lucid Air will get special Pirelli performance tires for EVs. Rivian delays deliveries to September. We take a look at the tech-savvy 3-Series plug-in hybrid. And is the grid ready for big EV delivery fleets? This and more, here at Green Car Reports.

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Electric Cars Report

MARCH 3, 2023

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company introduced RangeMax RSD EV, Goodyear’s first electric vehicle-ready tire compatible with EV and gas- or diesel-powered regional work vehicles. The RangeMax RSD EV is Goodyear’s best regional drive tire for energy efficiency.

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Electric Cars Report

JUNE 28, 2023

Global tire maker Hankook Tire unveiled iON evo and iON evo SUV, the latest in the company’s iON line of tires specifically designed for electric vehicles (EVs).

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Green Car Reports

JULY 27, 2020

EVs need different tires. Electric vehicles need different tires versus vehicles powered by. Volkswagen sees an electric vehicle bounce after the pandemic. German automakers react to Tesla’s market surge. And electric cars go together with one of this summer’s big trends: the drive-in movie.

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Electrek

JANUARY 4, 2023

Goodyear has demonstrated a tire consisting almost entirely of what it claims are “sustainable materials,” with a mission to further increase that percentage to 100% by the end of the decade. The post Goodyear shows tire made of 90% sustainable materials appeared first on Electrek.

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MAY 19, 2023

Veteran tire manufacture Bridgestone has launched its first EV-dedicated tire in front of a crowd in Southern California this morning. The Turanza EV is a grand touring tire designed to handle the heavier-torque of electric vehicles through all seasons.

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The Truth About Cars

APRIL 10, 2024

No, there really is a race track selling a jar full of used racing tires. Get the latest news, features,& TTAC& takes, and everything else that gets to the truth about cars first by& subscribing to our& newsletter. No, I didn't sniff glue or slip too much whiskey into my afternoon cup of coffee. Sound off below.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 16, 2024

Firestone, a global brand with a 120-year legacy, has launched the Roadhawk 2z tire. This cutting-edge tire is meticulously crafted for hatchbacks, sedans, and CUVs, offering a 5-year warranty and aiming to establish new industry standards in performance, safety, mileage, and braking capabilities.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 22, 2024

Continental Tires has inaugurated a new Continental Premium Drive (CPD) dealer store in Bengaluru, further expanding its retail presence in Southern India. Samir Gupta, MD and Head of Central Asia Region – BA Tyres APAC, Continental Tires India, commented “We are glad to launch new CPD store in the southern market of India.

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Electric Cars Report

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Bridgestone Corporation has been named by the FIA at the World Motor Sport Council in Baku as sole future tire supplier for the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship starting in the 2026-2027 season.

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