Goodyear launches Dunlop steer tyre in North America

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co has expanded its portfolio of Dunlop brand truck tyres with the new Dunlop SP348. The all-position steer tyre is designed for regional fleet, school bus, and pickup and delivery applications. It has a deep tread for increased longevity, a rugged casing design, enhanced shoulder ribs and stone ejectors in grooves.

“Our dealers have been asking for more Dunlop brand tires to round out their line-up of products,” said Donn Kramer, director of product marketing, Goodyear Commercial Tire Systems. “The new Dunlop SP348 is a great ‘all-around player’ and has been designed for optimal performance in regional truck and pickup and delivery applications, as well as on school buses.”

The Dunlop SP348 currently is available in seven sizes: 11R22.5, 225/70R19.5, 245/70R19.5, 10R22.5, 12R22.5, 11R24.5, and 295/75R22.5. Two sizes – 285/75R24.5 and 255/70R22.5 – will be added during the second quarter of 2012.

“With a full complement of sizes for a wide range of vehicles, the Dunlop SP348 is a high-value, high-technology product that will enable regional trucks, delivery trucks and school buses to operate with confidence,” said Kramer.