Author Archives: Fred Roberts

It may sound crazy, but crushed acorn shells are a great, environmentally-friendly way to increase traction on slippery winter roads. A few years ago, the brains behind Tire Recappers’ great retread tires decided to go the extra mile and put even more grip in our already grippy winter tires. To the pleasant surprise of our […]

Our proprietary rubber compound sets us apart from the rest of the pack. Enjoy better traction and longer tire life with retreads from Tire Recappers. What’s the difference between Natural and Synthetic Rubber? The rubber that is used in tires can be produced two different ways: naturally and synthetically. Natural rubber was first discovered by […]

In a word: yes. Modern tire recapping technology produces retread tires that are affordable, durable, environmentally friendly, safe, and hard-working. We understand that many consumers have reservations about recapped tires, but well-crafted retread tires look, feel and perform just like new tires. Quality Assured High-quality retreaded tires are subjected to a rigorous quality inspection process. […]

Persistent myths and common misconceptions ranging from unsightly road debris to inferior performance cloud the reputation of retread tires. In reality, however, most of the rubber that litters our highways comes from improperly maintained tires. Consumers from trucking fleets to racing teams across the country rely on the cost-effective performance that retread tires provide. High-quality […]

Here in the South, with October temperatures stubbornly clinging to the 80s, it’s hard to imagine that winter will ever befall us. But, dear drivers, it surely will. Although we’re fairly lucky to avoid the worst of winter’s wrath here in Tennessee, that complacency can be dangerous. Icy roads abound, deicing supplies are quickly depleted, […]

Avoid the summer weekend warriors and travel like a native — take an off-road trip this fall and witness the grandeur of America in all of its seasonal glory. There’s nothing quite like stowing a tent, warm sleeping bags, a camp stove, and sturdy hiking boots into the back of your treasured four-wheel-drive. Be sure […]

You may have heard about a vehicle feature called TPMS, which stands for tire pressure monitoring system, but you may not yet be aware of the many benefits of this feature, or how you can determine whether your vehicle is equipped. This system is designed to make driving safer and also more economic. If you’d […]

These days, everyone is looking to save a buck or two. Learning how to tackle some of the basic maintenance needs of your car can help you do just that. If you’re up for the challenge, rotating your tires on your own can both provide an economical way to manage money and also help you […]

The United States uses 60% of its rubber resources to manufacture tires. Today, the amount of tires shipped into the U.S. has reached annual levels exceeding 300 million. Because of their complex chemical composition, tires present unique recycling challenges. While environmental advocates have made significant strides in figuring out how best to deal with the […]

Flat tires are a fairly regular occurrence amongst drivers. It’s just a matter of time before it happens to all of us, so knowing how to change a tire is an important skill! The good news is that auto manufacturers have gone to great lengths to make this process as simple as possible. However, some […]