Low-rolling-resistance tires are designed to improve a vehicle’s fuel economy by reducing its rolling resistance as it travels down the road. This is done by cutting down on the amount of energy ...

[Stay on top of transportation news: Get TTNews in your inbox.] Since their industry introduction about two decades ago, low-rolling-resistance tires have come a long way in improving fuel efficiency, ...

Be careful what you ask for because you just might get it. If the lowest possible rolling resistance is your only consideration when spec’ing tires, chances are you’ll be mighty disappointed in the ...

GREENVILLE, S.C.—Range can be a very tricky thing. Because electric vehicle range is, simply, inconsistent. It changes over time, across driving conditions and with temperature fluctuations. And while ...

One of the most effective ways to boost a truck’s fuel efficiency is to decrease the amount of friction created by its forward motion. Various aerodynamic devices help move air out of the way and ...

As part of its ongoing work to update all of its existing Confidence Reports, The North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE) has just completed a revision of its Confidence Reports on low ...

Similar to fuel-saving measures on their internal combustion counterparts, when it comes to maximizing range on electric vehicles, experts advise being mindful of rolling resistance. “Improving ...

ORLANDO, Fla. — Tire manufacturer Michelin introduced the Michelin X One Line Energy D2 tire, its lowest-rolling-resistance heavy-duty truck drive tire. The unveiling took place during a media event ...

Modern cars want sharp steering, wet grip, reasonable tread life, and low rolling resistance. This tire aims for balance over ...

Continental says it continues to reduce rolling resistance in each new generation of passenger car and van tyres. Lower rolling resistance means reduced energy consumption and CO2 emissions – for more ...

Q: I saw that there was a bill about low-rolling-resistance tires being required in Washington. I didn’t even know that was a thing. It looks like they’re good for gas mileage but maybe not as good ...

This is Part II of our coverage on low rolling resistance tires. To read Part I, click here. In the updated North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE) Confidence Report on low rolling ...