AKRON, Ohio – Owner-operators through mid-size fleets now have full access to many of the advantages that larger trucking fleets enjoy thanks to Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co.’s new Smart Fleet program. 
“The new Goodyear Smart Fleet program has been designed for customers who want ‘the best of the best,’ and gives owner-operators through mid-size fleets access to benefits that up until now were reserved for Goodyear national account fleets,” said Jose Martinez, business solutions manager, Goodyear Commercial Tire Systems.
Owner-operators and fleets that join the Goodyear Smart Fleet program will have access to:
· Premium Goodyear-branded truck tires and technologies, including Fuel Max Technology, which incorporates fuel-saving compounds and construction to help promote energy efficiency; DuraSeal Technology, the industry’s only self-sealing tire technology; and more.
· Online, published pricing on new tires, retreads and services, which will be honored by participating, authorized Goodyear commercial tire dealerships.
· The company’s 24/7 roadside service program, offered through the Goodyear-FleetHQ suite of business solutions.
· Customized tire performance and service activity reporting
· Tools to help fleets lower their operating costs and improve their results.
Smart Fleet members also will have the ability to streamline the scheduling of tire and service appointments by providing relevant information online, ahead of time.
“Members of Goodyear’s extensive commercial tire and service network, which encompasses more than 2,200 locations nationwide, are ready to assist Smart Fleet members with the products and services they need to keep their trucks up and running.”
To sign up for the new Goodyear Smart Fleet program, go to www.goodyeartrucktires.com/smartfleet, click on the “Join Now” button, click on “Apply Now,” and fill out and submit an application form.
Once approved, Smart Fleet members will receive a welcome package from Goodyear that includes detailed program and contact information; an identification card with a unique membership number; relevant tire and retread specs and pricing; a list of the top three recommended, authorized Goodyear commercial tire dealerships in their area; and more.
“Enrollment in Goodyear Smart Fleet is quick and easy,” said Martinez, who added that there is no cost to join the Goodyear Smart Fleet program.
Goodyear is promoting its Smart Fleet program this week at the OOIDA Heart of America Trucking Show at Kansas Speedway in Kansas City, Kan.
