Top 5 Reasons to Buy Retreads

Top 5 Reasons to Buy Retreads

Retreaded truck tires have been widely used on North American roadways for more than 60 years. Below you will find just a few of the top reasons why retreads may be a better choice when it comes to replacing your tires:

• 1. Reliability. Contrary to commonly held beliefs, studies have shown that retread tires offer reliability comparable to new tires. This is confirmed by several studies conducted over the last two decades, which all come to the same conclusion as the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA): “… retreaded tires are not inherently more prone to failure than new tires.” – John Woodrooffe, Director, Transportation Vehicle Safety Analytics at University of Michigan.
• 2. Cost-savings. Retread tires are an affordable solution that can save on average as much as 30% - 50% when compared to buying new tires according to the Tire Retread & Repair Information Bureau (TRIB). It’s simple math, really. Retreads cost less than comparable new tires, saving fleets big money on their third highest expense item after labor and fuel. PLUS – did you know that retreads are some of the most fuel-efficient tires available in the market?
• 3. Eco friendly. Tire retreads help protect the environment by reducing landfill waste and energy consumption. Requiring 68% less energy to produce than a new tire, one retreaded truck tire saves enough energy to power an average U.S. home for 33 days! Each year, approximately 14 million retreaded medium truck tires are purchased, potentially preventing 14 million used tire casings from entering our waste streams and landfills. Not to mention, tires are primarily petroleum products. A retreaded truck tire requires approximately 15 fewer gallons of oil to produce than a new tire. When you consider that approximately 14 million retreads are purchased each year, that equates to an annual savings of about 210 million gallons of oil.
• 4. Built to last. Quality new tires are engineered to be retreaded, and, in fact, most warranty their casings for multiple retreads for multiple years. The initial investment in a casing pays dividends each time it delivers another tire life through retreading. Advanced compounding and tread designs enable retreads to deliver wear-out mileage comparable to — and in some cases better than — new tires. Learn more about Goodyear retread process.
• 5. Safe. Retread tires are a practical solution that your truck drivers and equipment operators can rely on for like-new performance. The United States Department of Transportation requires certification for all retread tires. Thompson completes rigorous inspections throughout the retread process to ensure the highest quality product.

*Article written by TRIB: https://www.retread.org/ *With thanks to TRIB Member Bandag for contributing to this week's Tech Tuesday