Toyo Rolls Out Last-Mile Delivery Tire
Toyo Tire U.S.A. Corp. has launched the Toyo M165 commercial van all-season tire, "built to meet the rigorous stop-and-go demands of last-mile deliveries."
The new Toyo M165 "offers fuel efficiency and long even wear, making it an excellent choice for commercial vans seeking to reduce operating costs," according to Toyo officials.
"The tire’s new specialized cap compound, sidewall protector and e-balance design optimize traction and reduce sway for tall commercial vans, which are increasingly popular for same-day and next-day deliveries. The M165 is built to withstand the demanding conditions of last-mile delivery applications, which often carry bulky, heavy loads and face excessive wear from accelerating, braking, and curbing. This is the latest addition to Toyo’s commercial tire lineup, set to replace the H08+.
"The M165 will benefit from new specialized compounds that promote even treadwear under frequent stop-and-go activity while increasing fuel efficiency," say Toyo officials. "The all-season tread design features interlocking tread blocks and multi-wave sipes, which enhance stability by reducing block movement and provide traction in both wet and dry conditions. The advanced casing, built with e-balance technology, helps improve stability to reduce vehicle sway, resists damaging heat buildup, and improves retreadability, extending the life of the casing. Sidewall shields are incorporated into the overall design to further protect the casing from curb damage."
“The newly launched M165 commercial van tire is built with the focus of helping fleets see higher removal miles while reducing irregular wear,” says Jordan Vastine, product planning and technical services manager, Toyo Tire U.S.A. Corp. “We are confident the M165 will complement the already proven Toyo commercial product lineup.”
The new M165 commercial van all-season tire will be produced in a variety of 16-inch wheel sizes with both D- and E-load ratings and will be available this spring. Popular vehicle fitments include the Ford Transit, Ram ProMaster and the Rivian RCV.