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GEAR GUIDE 68 | Overdrive | August 2017 Regional drive tire Michelin's X Multi D Regional Drive Tire, which replaces the company's XDE M/S, is suited for high-torque applications and is engineered to deliver long, even wear through its advanced rubber compounding and tread pattern. Traction in all-weather con- ditions with less slippage is attributable to the tread's biting edges provided by full-depth matrix siping and pass-through open shoulder grooves that help provide quicker evacuation of mate- rial such as water and snow, providing an optimized contact patch. The tread regeneration technology facil- itates longer tread life through co-extruded rubber compounding developed for scrub resistance and high mileage, as well as tear- drop grooves at the bottom of the siping that help prevent torque cracking while decreasing heel-toe wear. Casing durability is provided by a cooler-running rubber compound at the belt package; the company's TW6 Ozone Shield, a double-treated casing that helps resist ozone damage and weathering; and a full-width protector ply that guards against penetration. The tire has a 28/32-inch tread depth and is available in sizes 11R22.5 in load ranges G and H; 11R24.5 in load range H; and 275/80R22.5 in load range G. Two more sizes are planned. Michelin Americas Truck Tires, michelintruck.com, 888-622-2306 Regional drive tire Michelin's X Multi D Regional Drive Tire, which replaces the company's XDE for high-torque is engineered to deliver long, even wear through its advanced rubber compounding and tread pattern. Traction in all-weather con- ditions with less slippage is attributable to the tread's biting edges Load securement tool Ancra's Toss 'N Tie device is designed to provide a safe, quick and easy way to assist drivers during load securement without injuring themselves and damaging the trailer and load. At- tach the tool to one of the company's cargo straps or chains, toss it over the load in one motion, go to the other side, grab the cord, and pull the tiedown into place. Ancra International, ancracargo.com, 800-233-5138 Load securement tool Ancra's Toss 'N Tie device is designed to provide a safe, quick and easy way to assist drivers during load securement without injuring themselves and damaging the trailer and load. At- chains, toss it over the load other side, grab the cord, and pull the tiedown into place. Ancra International, ancracargo.com, Brake pads Marathon's DiscStar Highway Premium brake pads are suited for high-performance air disc brake systems. The low-metallic fric- tion material is rated for 23,000 pounds and is engineered for rapid heat dissipa- tion to help provide longer pad and rotor life and dependable stopping power while reducing noise. The disc pad features added rotor compatibility for less brake rotor wear and uses an attachment method designed to strengthen the mechanical bond between the friction material and the steel backing plate. Marathon Brake Systems, marathonbrake.com, 800-223-5201 Hand cleaners E-Zoil's Hardy Wipes are a combined hand, tool and surface towel that uses the same high-performance formula to help remove dirt, grime, grease, oil, tar and other soils. The two-sided towels have an abrasive side designed to cut through soils, while the smooth side is suited for wiping surfaces clean. They are 9-by-12 inches and available in a 70-count container. E-Zoil, ezoil.com, 716-213-0106

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