Is Tire Recapping Safe?

Is Tire Recapping Safe?

A. Retreading is the process in which the casings of worn tires are reused and receive new tread. In spite of the bad reputation that tire retreads have, the federal government has found they are not more dangerous than regular tires.

Are tire retreads worth it?

Retreading tires is economical and environmentally friendly. Plus, retread tire quality is now better than ever. With new tire retreading tools and manufacturing methods, retread tires have improved significantly in recent years and are a viable option for fleet tires, truck tires, airline tires, and more.

Are recaps illegal?

Myth #2: Retreads are illegal:

In reality, there are no states that ban the use of retreaded tires on vehicles of any type.

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