The 5 Tires with the Best Cost per Mile

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Let’s cut to the chase. In this economy, you need the most affordable tires possible.

Unfortunately, many carriers make the mistake of thinking a cheap tire with a low upfront cost will save them down the road. Ironically, they usually don’t make it down the road. After repairs, low mileage, and blowouts, cheap tires cost thousands more than quality tires.

Wise truckers use total cost ownership (TCO), or the actual cost accrued over a tire’s lifetime, as a better method for calculating value. On average, a tire costs $0.0047 per mile.

These five tires cost nearly half of that amount.

 

  1. Michelin X® Line Grip D, ~$0.0012 per mile

Michelin X Line Grip D Tire

The Michelin X® Line Grip D drive tire is one of, if not the, most cost-effective tires on the market.

Here’s what makes the Michelin X® Line Grip D so special:

  • The XLGD delivers 20% more miles than its predecessor.
  • The XLGD provides 25% better wet-stopping traction than its predecessor, including 90% better grip in snow.
  • The XLGD is designed to reach 1 million miles with four retreads.

Click here to purchase the Michelin X® Line Grip D at a special price through England Carrier Services.

 

  1. Michelin X® Line Energy™ Z+, ~$.0016 per mile

Michelin X Line Energy Z Plus Tire

The Michelin X® Line Energy™ Z+ is among the most legendary steer tires. Here are the unbeatable benefits:

  • The XLEZ+ goes 17% farther than its predecessor… and its predecessor goes 20% farther than other baseline steer tires.
  • The XLEZ+ has 12% better rolling resistance than its predecessor. Better rolling resistance means greater fuel efficiency for fewer dollars at the pump.
  • The XLEZ+ is designed to reach 1 million miles with up to 4 retreads.

Click the button below to purchase the Michelin X® Line Energy™ Z+ steer tires at a special price through England Carrier Services.

 

  1. Michelin X®Line Energy™ T2, ~$.0017 per mile

Michelin X Line Energy T2 Tire

The Michelin X® Line Energy™ T2 trailer tires are Michelin’s most fuel-efficient dual trailer tires to date. Here’s how it saves you money:

  • Unique tread compounds keep the casing temperature low to ultra-fuel efficiency.
  • Micro sipes on rib edges help prevent irregularities in the tread.
  • Better wet-stopping traction when new and worn than the two leading competitor tires.[2]

Click the button below to get the Michelin X® Line Energy™ T2 trailer tires at a special price through England Carrier Services.

 

  1. Michelin X® Line Energy™ D+, ~$.0018 per mile

Michelin X Line Energy D Plus Tire

Besides the Michelin X® Line Grip D tires, these drive tires simply last longer and save you more than other tires. Here are the details:

  • 22% better rolling resistance than its predecessors.
  • Interlocking siping and regenerating features provide biting edges throughout tread life.
  • Durable casing with high tensile strength steel belts supports repeated retreading up to 1 million miles.

Click the button below to purchase the Michelin X® Line Energy™ D+ drive tires at a special price through England Carrier Services.

 

  1. BFGoodrich® Highway Control® T, ~$.0029 per mile

BFGoodrich Highway Control T Tire

The BFGoodrich® Highway Control® T trailer tires combine extended tread life and outstanding fuel efficiency to save you on the long haul. Here’s how.

  • Sidewall compounds promote fuel efficiency without compromising wear, saving you big on fuel.[3]
  • Shoulder decoupling grooves with micro sipes fight wear and tear for fewer tire changes.

Click the button below to purchase the BFGoodrich® Highway Control® T trailer tires at a special price through England Carrier Services.

Cutting costs is more than searching for the lowest price tag. By evaluating a tire’s total cost of ownership, you can be confident that you are maximizing your savings in the long haul.

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Click your favorite brand below for a lower price for new, premium, tier-one tires.

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The England Carrier Services (ECS) division offers various services for carriers ranging from maintenance to support. As ECS members, carriers have access to nationwide discounts on fuel and tires from dedicated team members committed to finding the best price. ECS also provides factoring services with benefits such as same-day funding to a bank account or fuel card. These options allow carriers the freedom to focus on growing their business while saving time and money.

TCO costs are calculated based on current market prices and are subject to change.

All tires eventually wear out and should be replaced. Based on internal wet braking tests starting from 60 mph (97 kph) on asphalt, measuring peak Mu, using new tires and tires buffed to 6/32nds tread depth, in tire size 295/75R22.5, the MICHELIN® X® LINE ENERGY T2 tire outperformed the Continental EcoPlus HT3 tire by 29% when new and 49% when worn and the Goodyear Fuel Max® LHT® tire by 9% when new and 11% when worn. Actual on-road results may vary. (Note: Peak Mu is a measurement of maximum traction.)

Based on internal rolling resistance tests using ISO 28580 test method comparing the BFGoodrich® TR144 vs BFGoodrich® Highway Control® T tire in the 275/80R22.5 LRG size. Actual fuel saving results may vary, and may be impacted by many factors, to include road conditions, weather, environment.