Effective Tire Maintenance: What Do You Need to Know?

Somerville Hino is ranked Canada’s #1 Hino Service Department, which means we know truck tires. In addition to idling fuel costs, many business owners overlook the importance of regular, scheduled tire maintenance as a way to reduce overall truck maintenance and fuel costs long-term. Keeping your truck tires in top condition is one of the industry secrets to getting the best performance out of your Hino truck.

According to the US Department of Energy, 3.3% of fuel costs can easily be eliminated when tires are kept at the proper level of inflation, but keep in mind that over-inflated tires are just as much of a problem as under-inflated ones. Under-inflated tires also lead to more wear on the tread and are considered by the Society of Automotive Engineers to be a leading cause of industrial truck accidents, due to its effects on maneuverability and the increase in required braking distance. Retreads are also more likely to be a possibility if the wear on the tires is even: another benefit of keeping your tires well maintained.

Tire condition and pressure maintenance of your industrial truck is essential for the responsible business owner to reduce long term costs, highway downtime and the risk of accidents. Speak to your preferred service department about setting up a regular maintenance schedule and be sure to add tire performance to the list.