Do you like Super Singles or Dually tires better ?

Michelin claims their super singles provide more stability, but I couldn’t tell the difference when I drove them in 2013. Today most new trailers come with stability control. So if the trailer detects it’s about to roll over, it will instantly apply the brakes where needed to align the truck. It’s annoying at times because sometimes if I go through curves a bit fast, it will trigger the trailer auto-brake.

To my knowledge, the fleets or people that use super singles, use them primarily for their fuel savings. I drove a T660 with super singles in 2013, and I must say the MPGs were in the 8’s. I was also driving at 55 mph.

The main issue I have with super singles is that I fear if one blows up, it can cause an accident. Imagine going 70+ on a downhill or through a curve and having to deal with a blown tire. You can lose control, or the flying tire can hit a vehicle. Super singles make more sense for people who take very good care of their tires, and even have the tools to fix them on the road by themselves.

 

i wish i could compare, but i only worked for companies with duals.

 

I do Duals only. If confronted with a super single rig I would not drive it. We will be either replacing me as a driver or you will be putting duals on there. (Which will not happen)

Duals is a margin of safety, there are just too many neglectful companies and drivers to risk super singles.

 

Singles have their advantages And disadvantages.

Having a blow out would be a big disadvantage.

 

singles for owners, doubles for companies..

 

Why must you continue to write in the present tense. You'd get a lot less flack if you just started using past tense when referring to driving.

 

after driving a truck with super singles theres no way i would put them on a truck im paying for. but i appreciate the guys who do have them that have a blow out leaving a bigger piece of rubber in the road, im glad your saving money as i try to dodge a blown out super single lol also the guy changing the tire says thanks, his back needs a workout lol

 

Super singles on trailer.....yes
Super singles on tractor......absolutely not

 

Wrong .......