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 retread tires dangerous?

Retreading tyres is considered quite safe and is used in a variety of vehicles. Retreaded tyres are subject to a similar safety process as new tyres made at the factory. ... The labour and cost of retreading are much less expensive and more environmentally friendly than creating a new set of tyres.

What are recapped tires?

Retread tires, sometimes known as recap tires or remolded tires, have undergone a remanufacturing process to replace the worn tread on used tires with new tread to help extend the life of the tire. Retreads account for nearly one-half of all replacement tires in the North American truck tire market.