Goodyear’s recently launched line of low rolling resistance truck tyres achieved top ratings in tests comparing the rolling resistance of tyres from leading competitors. In these tests, internationally renowned automotive testing company TÜV SÜD Automotive GmbH compared the rolling resistance of steer and drive tyres from the range to similar tyres from three main competitors.

Based on the results for rolling resistance, Goodyear calculated that the Goodyear tyres together with fuel-efficient trailer tyre Marathon  LHT  II could save a typical fleet an estimated £1,300 of fuel costs per year per vehicle when compared to the next best of the competitor tested  and over £1,600 if compared to the average.This means the Goodyear tyres are leading in fuel savings.

The rolling resistance test results were divided into the three areas –steer, drive and trailer tyres and in all tests the Goodyear and Marathon LHT II tyres clearly outperformed the competitors.

“These tests really assess the outstanding fuel economy our new Fuelmax
tyres offer to fleet operators helping them to reduce costs. Tyres are the most fuel efficient in the Goodyear range and these results underline our belief that they are the most fuel efficient tyres on the market today,” said Marc Preedy, Commercial Director, Goodyear UK.