The Fleet AdvantEDGE

A Guide to Tire Safety, Fleet Maintenance, and Improved CSA Performance  

National Tire Safety Week (NTSW), led annually by the U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association (USTMA), returns June 29 - July 4, 2026. This nationwide initiative highlights the critical role tires play in fleet safety, fleet maintenance, and overall fleet performance, particularly for organizations with heavy-duty trucks and Class 8 trucks. Tire maintenance is no longer simply a maintenance issue, it's a critical component of driver safety, regulatory compliance, vehicle uptime, and operational efficiency. 

For organizations with transportation fleets, tire maintenance is about more than extending tread life. Proper tire management directly impacts fuel economy, roadside breakdowns, vehicle uptime, CSA scores, and driver safety. According to the latest TRUST (Truck Reliability and Usage Safety Tracker) Safety Index, tire-related violations account for 50% of all vehicle maintenance violations and 92% of vehicle maintenance out-of-service (OOS) violations among the nation’s top fleets. These findings reinforce the importance of proactive tire management programs and ongoing driver education. With tires serving as the only point of contact between a truck and the road, maintaining them properly is one of the most effective ways to improve safety and reliability across a fleet. National Tire Safety Week serves as the perfect opportunity to review tire maintenance practices and ensure drivers and technicians have the tools and training needed to keep vehicles operating safely.

Gain valuable insights and practical guidance on maintaining optimal tire conditions for fleet operations.

National Tire Safety Week (NTSW), led annually by the U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association (USTMA), returns June 30 – July 4, 2025. This nationwide initiative brings attention to the critical role tires play in vehicle safety, especially for heavy-duty trucks and Class 8 fleet operations. And according to the latest TRUST (Truck Reliability Usage Safety Tracker) index when reviewing the CSA scores of the 20 private fleets in the country, tires account for 50% of total vehicle maintenance violations and 83% of out of service vehicle Maintenance violation. This innovative safety index aims to provide benchmarks that address the longstanding issue of safety within transportation, with fleet-specific KPIs to help organizations improve areas of specific operations and elevate their overall CSA (Compliance, Safety, Accountability) scores.

Gain valuable insights and practical guidance on maintaining optimal tire conditions for fleet operations.

National Tire Safety Week (NTSW) is a crucial annual campaign led by the U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association (USTMA) to educate drivers on the important practices of tire care, safety, and maintenance to ensure road safety. Tires play a crucial role in road safety as they are the only part of the truck that makes direct contact with the road. Therefore, prioritizing tire care and maintenance is essential for all drivers to ensure optimal safety on the road.

National Tire Safety Week is in full swing and we are back with the second part of our blog series on maximizing tire safety.  Tires are one of the most important safety components of your truck, that's why tire care and maintenance should be a top priority. In Part 1, we discussed the importance of tire pressure monitoring systems and the significance of daily and weekly tire pressure checks. In Part 2, we will dive into implementing safety lanes and the various benefits of properly inflated tires.

National Tire Safety Week is scheduled for June 26 – July 3. This annual campaign, organized by the U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association, serves as a crucial initiative to raise awareness about the significance of proper tire care and maintenance. As a responsible fleet operator, ensuring tire safety should be a top priority.

This two-part blog series aims to provide valuable insights and practical advice on maintaining optimal tire conditions for fleet operations. In Part 1, we will look at the importance of tire pressure monitoring systems and the significance of daily and weekly tire pressure checks.

Have you reviewed your Tire Program, lately? In part two of this Blog Series we provide best practices that can be applied to help keep your tire maintenance cost down and your drivers safe! 

The U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association (USTMA) consumer awareness campaign is fast approaching. National Tire Safety Week, on June 27 – July 3, 2022 is the annual initiative aimed to spread awareness of the importance of proper tire care and maintenance.

We previously reviewed how tire cost is the second-highest expense within a fleet’s maintenance program.

Have you reviewed your Tire Program, lately? In this two part Blog Series we will provide tips on how to properly maintain your tires to ensure your drivers are safe!

The U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association (USTMA) will be promoting its yearly consumer awareness campaign, National Tire Safety Week, on June 27 – July 3, 2022. This annual initiative aims to spread awareness of the importance of proper tire care and maintenance.

Did you know that tire cost is the second-highest expense within a fleet’s maintenance program?