Goodyear Introduces Urban Max BSAEV Tire for Electric Buses
Akron, Ohio, June 6, 2023 – The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company (NASDAQ: GT) unveiled the Urban Max BSAEV, a tire engineered for electric buses, aiming to enhance efficiency and sustainability in transit fleets nationwide. Developed in collaboration with GILLIG, a renowned manufacturer of heavy-duty American transit buses, the Urban Max BSAEV prioritises low rolling resistance to optimise range and handle heavier loads.
Designed as a fitment option for select GILLIG Battery Electric buses and municipal EV fleets, the Urban Max BSAEV 315/80R22.5 boasts an impressive load capacity of 10,200 pounds (load range L). This enhanced load capacity enables electric buses, including GILLIG’s latest Battery Electric model, to accommodate additional battery packs, resulting in extended range capabilities.
Senior director’s views
Tom Lippello, senior director of Commercial Marketing, Goodyear North America, expressed pride in the collaborative effort with GILLIG, stating, “Our enduring partnership allowed us to develop an exceptionally unique tire that supports the next generation of Battery Electric buses. By introducing North America’s first 10,200 lb load-carrying capacity bus tire, Goodyear reaffirms its commitment to the transportation industry’s smart and sustainable future.”
Vice President’s Views
Ben Grunat, vice president of product planning & strategy at GILLIG, emphasized the Urban Max BSAEV’s role in meeting diverse customer needs across the United States. “As a leader in zero-emission transit, GILLIG provides one of the industry’s longest-range heavy-duty battery electric buses. The new Urban Max BSAEV tire ensures our zero-emission buses can tackle any terrain, climate, or range requirement faced by our customers,” Grunat stated.
Key Features
Key features of the Urban Max BSAEV tire, made for transit and metro bus fleets, include a new tread design with high siping for increased traction in snowy conditions, an enhanced 4-belt package for a high load-carrying capacity of 10,200 pounds, an innovative low-rolling resistance compound to for energy efficiency and it extends the vehicle’s range, and compliance with GHG Phase 2 standards for metro buses.
The Urban Max BSAEV forms part of Goodyear’s Total Mobility platform, offering trusted products, an extensive service network, and comprehensive tire management solutions for customers in the transit industry. For more details on the Urban Max tire series and its benefits for your transit fleet, stay tuned with wheel guider’s latest news and happenings.
Goodyear’s introduction of the Urban Max BSAEV marks another milestone in their longstanding history of innovation. With a legacy spanning over 125 years, Goodyear remains committed to driving mobility forward through its products and services.
*Note: While low rolling resistance contributes to extended EV range, the actual range extension may vary depending on factors such as weather, maintenance, driver behavior, and road conditions.
