Tire with puncture-sealing technology

DuraSeal Technology uses a gel-like, solvent-free compound built into the inner liner of the new G296 MSA tire. The compound seals punctures in the tread up to 1/4-inch without the need to repair the tire until it is retreaded. It does not seal sidewall punctures. The tire was developed for heavy on and off-road applications such as mixers, dump trucks, pumpers and other specialty heavy trucks. It is available in three sizes: 385/65R22.5 (load range J), 425/65R22.5 (load range L) and 445/65R22.5 (load range L). The tires offer 23/32-inch tread depth, which is up to 4/32-inch more tread depth than previous super-single mixed-service models. The new G296 MSA is lighter than the company’s previous model. Matching G296 MSA retreads will be available in the first half of the year.

GOODYEAR, www.goodyear.com/truck, (800) 321-2136,

Battery isolator

The Smart Battery Isolator prevents loads on the auxiliary battery from draining the starting battery. Available in 85A and 200A versions, the isolator is smaller, lighter and generates less heat than other isolators, the company says. The device connects to the auxiliary battery after the primary battery is charged to 13.2 volts. It also allows bi-directional charging from the alternator or from other power chargers or converters and features an LED status indicator and operational start assist.

COLE HERSEE, (617) 268-2100, www.colhersee.com, 

Trucker-specific iPhone application