Weird private-label tire names

22.5" truck tire: Landspider.
On a Mercedes car.

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Seen today: WINDPOWER, AMULET, and TOURADOR.
The local transit agency is using those in their MCI and Prevost commuter coaches. They look to be decent tires but they are a taxpayer subsidized(via regional grants and BART feeder bus subsidies) operator, and they should be using American-made tires. But they’re also cheaper than running retreads on the rear axles.
 
WE just had a new set put on our Mazda 5 from our local Mom and Pop tire store. I had never heard of Rovelo tires but that's what we have now. They grip very well and are much quieter. They come with an 18 month road hazard warranty and all you pay is the tax on the replacement tire. So far they are a pleasure.
 
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