Traction Device for Commercial Vehicles Gains Grip on Market

| February 5, 2014

AutoSockAutoSock, the provider of an Alternative Traction Device (ATD) for commercial vehicles, has announced that orders for the company’s light-weight alternative traction device is gaining  popularity and growing use during the recent spate of nationwide winter storms.

Direct sales of AutoSock to fleets and owner-operators, and orders from other distributors across the country have been expanding,” said Chuck McGee, president of McGee Company. “Independent drivers are quickly realizing the benefits of the ATD, along with different types of fleets.

“Included are distributors of refrigerated foods, news agencies, bus fleets and the Denver Post Office, which recently purchased 500 pairs,” he continued.

AutoSock is designed for vehicles or combinations over 10,000 lbs GVWR with five or fewer axles, including Class 3-8 medium- and heavy-duty trucks with tire sizes from 17 inches to wide base singles. AutoSock is now approved for use in 45 U.S. states.

The temporary winter aid — designed to maximize friction on snow and ice-covered roads — is offered through McGee Company, the U.S. representative and distributor for AutoSock, online at www.autosock.us.

Tags:

Category: General Update, Wheels & Tires

Comments are closed.