Bandag Inc's new FuelTech Drive and FuelTech Trailer tread designs, with Bandag's new Synergy low-rolling-resistance rubber compound, may change some perceptions of the fuel efficiency of retreads.
In a SAE Type II fuel test, conducted by an independent testing facility, FuelTech Drive and Trailer designs statistically met or exceeded the energy-efficient performance of the XDA2 and the XT-1 new tires by up to 1.6%.
Bandag has developed technology enabling retread designs to provide favorable fuel performance without sacrifices in traction and treadwear normally associated with fuel-efficient tire products.
FuelTech Drive is offered in 24/32nds tread depth and features semi-closed shoulders for low rolling resistance and improved wear. Sipes in the tread provide improved traction and appearance. The FuelTech Drive also features circumferential grooves for water evacuation and warped wall grooves for stone ejection.
The FuelTech Trailer design has 12/32nds tread depth, large and varied groove angles for increased tread stability and decreased rolling resistance. Wide circumferential grooves provide for water evacuation, and sipes aid in traction performance.
For more details, contact Bandag, 2905 N Hwy 61, Muscatine IA 52761-5886.
