Goodyear introduces new Cooper Work tire for super-regional commercial vehicles

AKRON, Ohio—Goodyear has unveiled the newest addition to its Cooper Work line of tires, the Cooper Work Series Regional Haul All-position (RHA) 2, designed for super-regional commercial vehicles.

Goodyear has been adding to the Cooper Work Series line since acquiring Cooper Tire and Rubber Co. in June 2021. The new tire boasts both long-haul and regional tread compounds to promote further fuel efficiency, as well as a scrub guard compound, a five-rib tread and solid shoulder to promote even wear, stone protectors and a "Cooper wear square" to help drivers approximate remaining tire life.

"The super-regional category is evolving with shorter routes between shipping hubs and a focus on improving efficiency by being closer to last-mile delivery fleets," said Joe Burke, vice president of North America commercial at Goodyear. "The new Cooper Work Series RHA 2 helps address these needs by combining a long-haul tread with a scrub guard compound, creating a tough tire that can handle everything from long trips to urban traffic."

Burke added that the new Cooper Work Series RHA 2 is designed for both super-regional and less-than-truckload (LFL) fleets.

The newest addition to the Cooper Work Series is built for long miles to tread removal, with the company focused on the total cost of ownership, Goodyear officials said. The tire is also SmartWay verified by the U.S. EPA, improving environmental efficiency throughout the freight transportation supply chain.