Tires for Work Trucks, Commercial Vans and Fleet Vehicles

Commercial vehicles encounter different demands than many passenger vehicles. Frequent stops, heavy tools, equipment, cargo, towing, construction sites and high annual mileage can all affect tire selection.

Trux Unlimited can help provide tires for:

• Light-duty and heavy-duty pickup trucks
• Contractor and construction vehicles
• Service and utility trucks
• Cargo and delivery vans
• Plumbing, HVAC, electrical and roofing vehicles
• Landscaping and property-maintenance trucks
• Farm and rural-use pickups
• Towing and hauling vehicles
• Small-business and light-duty fleet vehicles
• Personal trucks requiring higher-load tire options

Contact us with your vehicle information, current tire size, typical load and intended use so our team can identify suitable tire options.

Light-Truck Tires

Light-truck tires are commonly identified by an LT designation in the tire size. They are designed for vehicles that may carry heavier loads, tow trailers or operate in more demanding conditions than a typical passenger vehicle.

LT tires are available in different sizes, load ranges and tread designs. The correct tire must meet the vehicle manufacturer’s requirements and provide appropriate capacity for the vehicle, passengers, cargo and trailer tongue weight.

Light-truck tire options include:

• Highway all-season tires
• Commercial all-season tires
• All-weather light-truck tires
• All-terrain work-truck tires
• Rugged-terrain tires
• Mud-terrain tires
• Winter light-truck tires
• Load-rated tires for towing and hauling

Commercial Van Tires

Cargo vans, delivery vehicles and service vans frequently carry tools, equipment and inventory while operating in stop-and-go traffic. These vehicles require tires with the proper size, construction and load capacity.

Certain commercial van tires use a C designation in their sizing. This commercial designation is different from the load range shown on many LT tires. Trux Unlimited can verify the specifications required for your particular vehicle.

We can help locate tires for vehicles such as:

• Ford Transit and Transit Connect
• Ram ProMaster and ProMaster City
• Chevrolet Express
• GMC Savana
• Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Metris
• Nissan NV commercial vans
• Other cargo, passenger and service vans

Choose the Right Tire for Your Work Truck

Highway and Commercial All-Season Tires

Highway and commercial all-season tires are designed primarily for paved roads. They commonly emphasize tread life, stable handling, ride comfort and predictable wet-weather performance.

These tires can be a good choice for delivery vehicles, service vans, towing vehicles and work trucks that spend most of their time on streets and highways.

All-Weather Commercial Tires

All-weather tires are designed for broader seasonal capability. Many carry the Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake symbol, indicating that they meet applicable severe-snow performance criteria.

All-weather commercial tires may be useful for businesses whose vehicles must remain on the road throughout changing Northeast Indiana weather.

All-Terrain Work-Truck Tires

All-terrain tires can provide a practical balance for vehicles that spend time on pavement but also travel on gravel, dirt, farms, construction sites or unimproved roads.

Visit our all-terrain tires page for more information about available A/T tire options.

Rugged-Terrain and Mud-Terrain Tires

Work vehicles that regularly encounter deep mud, loose terrain or demanding off-road conditions may need a more aggressive rugged-terrain or mud-terrain tire.

More aggressive tires can produce additional road noise and different handling or wear characteristics. Our team can help you compare these tradeoffs before selecting a tire.

Light-Truck Tire Load Ratings and Capacity

Tire load capacity is one of the most important considerations for work trucks, cargo vans and towing vehicles. Installing a tire with an insufficient rating can create a serious safety concern.

Light-truck tires may be identified by:

• An LT designation in the tire size
• A load range such as C, D, E or another applicable rating
• Single and dual load-index numbers
• A maximum load capacity listed on the sidewall
• A maximum cold-inflation pressure

Terms such as “10-ply rated” describe a tire’s load-carrying category and do not necessarily indicate that the modern tire contains ten physical body plies.

Trux Unlimited can help verify the proper size, load index and load range for your vehicle. Never select a lower-capacity tire than the vehicle and application require.

Tires for Towing and Hauling

Towing and hauling place additional demands on tires. The appropriate setup depends on the weight of the vehicle, cargo, passengers, trailer and trailer tongue load.

When recommending tires for towing or hauling, our team can consider:

• Vehicle manufacturer requirements
• Gross vehicle weight ratings
• Typical cargo and equipment weight
• Trailer and tongue weight
• Single or dual rear-wheel configuration
• Highway versus jobsite driving
• Seasonal traction needs
• Factory or modified suspension

Tires do not increase the vehicle manufacturer’s rated payload or towing capacity. They must be properly selected as part of the complete vehicle and trailer setup.

Popular Commercial and Light-Truck Tire Brands

Trux Unlimited has access to commercial and light-truck tires from many recognized manufacturers. Brand, model and size availability varies, so contact our Fort Wayne or Angola location for current options and pricing.

Michelin Commercial and Light-Truck Tires

Michelin offers light-truck, SUV and commercial-van tires through product families such as Michelin Agilis, Defender LTX and CrossClimate. Available options include tires designed for all-season, all-weather, highway and demanding commercial use.

Goodyear Commercial and Light-Truck Tires

Goodyear offers highway, all-season and all-terrain options for work trucks and commercial vehicles. Popular families include the Goodyear Wrangler Workhorse line and other commercial-oriented products.

BFGoodrich Light-Truck Tires

BFGoodrich offers highway and off-road LT tires for work pickups, four-wheel-drive trucks and vehicles that encounter gravel, dirt, jobsites and demanding terrain.

Bridgestone and Firestone Light-Truck Tires

Bridgestone and Firestone offer highway, all-season, all-terrain and commercial options for pickups, vans and light-duty fleet vehicles.

Continental Commercial Tires

Continental offers tires for vans, pickups, SUVs and commercial applications, including options designed for highway use, cargo capacity and year-round service.

Cooper Light-Truck Tires

Cooper Tires offers highway and off-road options for work trucks and commercial vehicles. Product families can include Cooper Discoverer HT, Road+Trail and Stronghold models.

General Tire Light-Truck Tires

General Tire offers highway and all-terrain tires for pickups, SUVs and work vehicles through its Grabber family and other product lines.

Toyo Light-Truck and Commercial Tires

Toyo offers highway, all-terrain and commercial options for work trucks, vans, pickups and vehicles used for towing and hauling.

Additional Commercial and LT Tire Brands

Additional commercial and light-truck options may be available from Hankook, Yokohama, Falken, Nitto, Kumho, Nexen, Maxxis, Mastercraft, Kelly and other manufacturers.

Commercial and Light-Truck Tire Installation

Trux Unlimited offers professional commercial and light-truck tire installation in Fort Wayne and Angola. Proper fitment, mounting, balancing and inflation are especially important for vehicles that carry tools, cargo or trailers.

Our installation process can include:

• Vehicle and tire fitment verification
• Tire size and load-rating review
• Inspection of the wheels and existing tires
• Professional tire mounting
• Computerized wheel balancing
• Valve-stem and TPMS considerations
• Proper cold-inflation pressure
• Lug-nut torque
• Final visual and fitment inspection

Contact the appropriate location in advance to confirm that your specific commercial vehicle, tire size and service requirements can be accommodated.

Commercial and Light-Truck Tire Repair

Downtime can interrupt your schedule and cost your business money. Trux Unlimited offers tire inspections and flat-tire repair when the tire can be safely repaired.

Repairability depends on the location and size of the puncture, the tire’s internal condition, remaining tread depth, load application and whether the tire has sidewall or structural damage.

Sidewall damage, excessive wear, exposed internal materials and certain large or irregular punctures generally cannot be safely repaired. If replacement is necessary, we can help locate a suitable tire with the required size and load capacity.

Commercial Tire Rotation, Balancing and Inspections

Regular tire maintenance can help promote even wear, preserve ride quality and reduce avoidable downtime.

Available light-truck tire services include:

• Tire rotation
• Computerized wheel balancing
• Tire-pressure checks
• Tread-depth inspections
• Uneven-wear diagnosis
• Visual damage inspection
• TPMS assistance

Commercial vehicles that routinely carry heavy or uneven loads may experience different wear patterns than passenger vehicles. Regular inspections can help identify developing problems.

Alignments for Work Trucks and Commercial Vehicles

Alignment problems can cause pulling, an off-center steering wheel and rapid or uneven tire wear. This can be particularly costly on work vehicles that accumulate significant mileage.

Consider an alignment inspection if:

• The vehicle pulls to one side
• The steering wheel is off-center
• The tires show shoulder or irregular wear
• Steering or suspension components were replaced
• The vehicle frequently travels on rough jobsites
• The suspension height has been modified

Trux Unlimited offers alignment services for many pickups, vans, light-commercial vehicles and modified trucks. Contact us to confirm compatibility for your specific vehicle.

Tire Service for Local Business and Fleet Vehicles

Trux Unlimited can assist local businesses with replacement tires and routine tire service for many light-duty fleet vehicles. We understand that tire reliability and efficient scheduling are important when a vehicle is part of your daily operation.

Contact us to discuss the number and types of vehicles in your fleet, common tire sizes, typical mileage and service needs. Product and service availability depends on the vehicles and required tire specifications.

Commercial and Light-Truck Tires in Fort Wayne

Visit Trux Unlimited for commercial van, work-truck and light-truck tires in Fort Wayne. We serve contractors, tradespeople, small businesses, fleets and truck owners throughout Fort Wayne, Allen County and surrounding Northeast Indiana communities.

Our Fort Wayne team can help with tire selection, professional installation, computerized balancing, rotation, tire repair and alignment services for many light-duty commercial vehicles.

Fort Wayne: 260-496-8789

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Commercial and Light-Truck Tires in Angola

Trux Unlimited offers commercial and light-truck tire sales, installation and repair at our downtown Angola location. We serve businesses and drivers from Angola, Steuben County, Fremont, Hamilton, Pleasant Lake, Crooked Lake, Lake James and surrounding communities.

Visit our Angola tire shop for work-truck tires, commercial-van tires, load-rated LT tires and tire services for many light-commercial vehicles.

Angola: 260-243-4140

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Get a Commercial or Light-Truck Tire Quote

Let Trux Unlimited help you find tires that match your vehicle, load requirements, working conditions and budget.

When requesting a quote, please provide:

• Vehicle year, make, model and configuration
• Current tire size
• Single or dual rear-wheel configuration
• Typical cargo or equipment carried
• Towing requirements, if applicable
• Highway, city, rural-road or jobsite use
• Preferred tire brand, if applicable
• Preferred Fort Wayne or Angola location

Fort Wayne: 260-496-8789
Angola: 260-243-4140

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Commercial and Light-Truck Tire FAQs

What does LT mean on a tire?

LT means light truck. LT tires are designed for certain pickups, vans and other vehicles that may carry heavier loads or operate in more demanding conditions than typical passenger vehicles.

What does the C designation mean on a commercial van tire?

A C designation used as part of a tire size can identify a commercial-van tire. This is different from Load Range C. The complete size and service description should be verified for the vehicle.

What are 10-ply-rated tires?

The term 10-ply rated commonly refers to a Load Range E tire category. It describes load-carrying capability and does not necessarily mean that the modern tire contains ten physical body plies.

Does Trux Unlimited install commercial and LT tires?

Yes. Trux Unlimited installs many commercial-van and light-truck tires at its Fort Wayne and Angola locations. Contact the appropriate location to confirm that your vehicle and tire size can be accommodated.

Can Trux Unlimited repair a commercial or light-truck tire?

Trux Unlimited can inspect a leaking or damaged commercial or LT tire and repair it when the location and extent of the damage meet safe repair guidelines. Sidewall and structural damage generally cannot be repaired.

Do I need LT tires for towing?

Not every towing vehicle requires LT tires. The correct tire type, size and load capacity depend on the vehicle manufacturer’s requirements, vehicle weight, cargo and trailer load. Tires do not increase the manufacturer’s rated towing capacity.

Does Trux Unlimited service medium-duty or heavy commercial trucks?

Service capability depends on the vehicle, wheel configuration, tire size and required equipment. Contact the Fort Wayne or Angola location before visiting with a medium-duty, heavy commercial or specialty vehicle.