Toyo: Get a grip on the right tyres for your business

In addition to safety, a priority for van operators is keeping the vehicle on the road. Downtime with a commercial vehicle means a loss of economy and income.

Whatever the vehicle, there are times when you need to hit the brakes quickly and stop safely. This isn’t usually an issue when the road is dry, but if it’s wet – a fairly common issue in the UK – your tyres can make all the difference. This is where van tyres like the Toyo Celsius Cargo and NanoEnergy Van (NEVA) come into play. Toyo points out that these products are made from high quality advanced compounds and feature specially designed tread patterns for superior grip on wet roads.

Crucially, that means shorter stopping distances and a lower risk of aquaplaning on wet surfaces. “Whatever light commercial vehicle you’re driving, choosing a tyre with the best wet braking rating significantly improves your safety on the road,” notes the tyre maker.

Now factor in heavy, often uneven loads, and you can see why fitting good tyres to your van could make all the difference in wet weather conditions. “Premium van tyres will help protect you, your employees, and other road users, not to mention your vehicle and its cargo,” says Toyo. “Even if you only run one van, it’s still often out all day clocking up the miles from one destination to the next. The tyres you choose play a considerable role in terms of the fuel economy of your van.”

Answers to all van needs

Before choosing van tyres, Toyo urgers drivers and operators to check the manufacturer recommendations for the vehicle, consider how the van is used and always ensure the tyres selected are fit for purpose: “Toyo, as you would expect, have the answers to all your van needs.”

The Celsius Cargo’s durable construction is built for year-round reliability in applications including local deliveries, services, and transportation. This is the latest addition in the Toyo Celsius all-weather tyre line, which includes Celsius for passenger cars and SUVs.

Celsius Cargo provides better snow and ice traction than a typical all-season tyre and longer tread life than a winter tyre. It carries the Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake symbol, signifying the tyre is designed for use in severe snow conditions. To owners, these benefits mean more time on the job and less downtime switching tyres.

The all-weather tread design features an outside tread designed for all-season performance and an inside tread designed for winter traction. Zigzag shaped tread blocks with high sipe density, snow claws, and slush grooves on the inside tread evacuate snow and ice to maximise cold weather traction. A durable sidewall provides extra protection against curb damage, and its sturdy casing provides exceptional handling and stability during frequent stops and starts.

The Nano Energy Van also has shorter braking distance and enhanced handling stability for safety, extended tyre life with reinforced tyre casing for reliable service and less fuel consumption for lower cost operations.