Toyo’s M154 steer tire has received Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SmartWay verification when used in a set on a rig equipped with the company’s M657 drive tire and M127 free-rolling tire for trailer axles.
“We are proud to have our M154 included in the EPA’s SmartWay verification program,” says Lori Simonelli, senior director of technical services. The company “is known for its technology,” she adds, “and this is demonstrated with our four commercial tire products meeting strict government standards to help reduce harmful emissions.”
She goes on to point out that “owners can now choose between two premium products for the steer position, the M154 for regional trucking and the M137 for long-haul applications.”
The M154 is manufactured using e-balance technology, which focuses on a stiffer belt package, stiffer bead construction and optimization through a simulation process, according to Simonelli. Benefits include improved tire life, improved endurance, improved irregular wear resistance and improved fuel consumption, she says. The five-rib M154 has a 22/32-inch tread depth.
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