Goodyear Introduces New Cooper® WORK Series™ RHA 2 Tire for Regional Commercial Vehicles

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Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company (NASDAQ: GT) has launched the new Cooper® WORK Series™ RHA 2 tire for super-regional and regional all-position commercial vehicle applications. The SmartWay-verified tire combines long-haul tread efficiency with high-scrub regional tire durability.

The tire features a balanced long-haul and regional tread compound for fuel efficiency, scrub guard compound for wear resistance, five-rib tread with wide footprint, stone protector ledges for casing protection, and Cooper Wear Square™ indicator for tread life monitoring. It's specifically designed for super-regional and Less-than-Truckload (LTL) fleets, addressing the evolving needs of shorter routes between shipping hubs and last-mile delivery efficiency.

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• Introduction of new product targeting growing super-regional commercial vehicle segment
• SmartWay verification indicates environmental compliance and fuel efficiency
• Product features enhance durability and longevity, potentially reducing fleet maintenance costs

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The Cooper® WORK Series™ RHA 2 tire combines the fuel efficiency of a long-haul tire with the toughness of a high-scrub regional tire for super-regional and regional all-position commercial applications

AKRON, Ohio, Feb. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company (NASDAQ: GT) announced the new Cooper® WORK Series™ Regional Haul All-position (RHA) 2 tire for super-regional and regional all-position commercial vehicle applications. The new Cooper WORK Series RHA 2 is SmartWay* verified and offers long miles to removal and even-wear for the growing super-regional commercial vehicle category. 

"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, 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."

The Cooper WORK Series RHA 2 is designed for super-regional and Less-than-Truckload (LTL) fleets and includes the following features:

• BALANCED LONG-HAUL AND REGIONAL TREAD COMPOUND provides fuel efficiency with long miles to removal.
• SCRUB GUARD COMPOUND helps resist wear in high-scrub, super-regional and regional applications.
• FIVE-RIB TREAD WITH WIDE FOOTPRINT AND SOLID SHOULDER promotes even wear and long miles to removal.
• STONE PROTECTOR LEDGES help minimize stone retention and protect the casing from stone penetration for retreadability.
• COOPER WEAR SQUARE™ indicator allows for quick approximation of remaining tread life for each tire.

The new Cooper WORK Series RHA 2 is the latest addition to the Cooper line up of commercial truck tires. The Cooper WORK Series, SEVERE Series and PRO Series commercial truck tires deliver the quality and value expected from the Cooper brand by focusing on total cost of ownership. For more information on the entire line of Cooper commercial tires, visit CooperTruckTires.com.

* SmartWay is a registered trademark of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

About The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company

Goodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies. It employs about 71,000 people and manufactures its products in 54 facilities in 21 countries around the world. Its two Innovation Centers in Akron, Ohio, and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg, strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry. For more information about Goodyear and its products, go to www.goodyear.com/corporate.

CONTACT:  
AMANDA O'NEIL
330.796.4114
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FAQ

What are the key features of Goodyear's new Cooper WORK Series RHA 2 tire (GT)?

The key features include balanced long-haul and regional tread compound, scrub guard compound, five-rib tread with wide footprint, stone protector ledges, and Cooper Wear Square™ indicator for tread life monitoring.

Is Goodyear's new Cooper WORK Series RHA 2 tire SmartWay verified?

Yes, the Cooper WORK Series RHA 2 tire is SmartWay verified, indicating compliance with EPA's environmental and fuel efficiency standards.

What market segment is Goodyear (GT) targeting with the new Cooper WORK Series RHA 2 tire?

The tire is designed for super-regional and Less-than-Truckload (LTL) fleets, specifically targeting the growing super-regional commercial vehicle category.

How does the Cooper WORK Series RHA 2 tire help with fleet efficiency?

The tire combines fuel efficiency of a long-haul tire with the durability of a high-scrub regional tire, helping fleets operate efficiently on both long trips and in urban traffic conditions.