There are a lot of misconceptions when it comes to tire retreads. It’s time for us to shed some light on the true benefits of retreads for you and your fleet:

• LOWER COST. Tire retreads cost less to produce so they can be sold at a lower cost to YOU! Truck owners can save as much as 30-50% when compared to buying original tread tires. That means some fleets can save millions by making the switch!
   
• GREAT VALUE. While some think that tire retreads have a shorter lifespan or must operate at lower speeds, recent studies have debunked those misconceptions. Retreads can travel at the same speed, with the same load weight, for a similar distance as original retreads. These attributes, combined with the decreased cost, make retreads a great value for any business owner.
   
• LESS WASTE. It is estimated that nearly 300 million tires are thrown away in America each year. Retreading helps to keep millions of tires from hitting the landfill each year. Plus, nearly 100% of the waste from the retread process can be recycled.
   
• LESS CARBON. The production of tire retreads creates 70% less emissions than the production of an original tread tire. In a time when going green and lowering our carbon footprint is at the utmost importance, these details mean a lot for our environment.
   
• TRUSTWORTHY. There are over 15 million retreads on the road. Major airlines, emergency services, and national fleets all trust retreads to keep their business moving. Thompson Tire & Retread had a fail rate of less than 1% in 2019 and are on track to be even lower in 2020.

When it comes to tire retreads, you can’t believe everything you hear. Instead, trust the experts with over 20 years of industry experience. For more information, visit our Thompson Tire & Retread website.

Stats and information courtesy of the Tire Retread & Repair Information Bureau