Truck drivers must repeatedly replace their tires, as extensive driving time wears down the tread. Yet constantly replacing old tires begins to add up. This has led many truck drivers to consider the alternative of retread tires. Here are three reasons why we believe retreading is the smart and responsible tire replacement solution.
Continue readingSchool Districts Save Money with Retread Tires
New bus tires can be a very expensive investment for school districts, costing as much as $400 apiece. That said, there is a solution that could save school districts a lot of money for other endeavors. The answer is investing in retread tires instead of paying exorbitant amounts of money for brand new ones. School […]
Continue readingBenefits of Recycling Rubber For The Tire Industry
Have you ever heard the saying “One man’s trash is another man’s treasure?” In 2015, recycling is a very valuable practice. Sustaining earth and the many beautiful attractions it offers is very important. Recycling in it’s simplicity is defined as the procedure of making used, or unwanted products into new re-manufactured products. Products such as […]
Continue readingDo I Need Retread Tires? What You Need to Know
Like anything else, tires don’t last forever. Knowing when to repair or replace your tires is critical to your safety as well as the performance and efficiency of your vehicle.In fact, an estimated 11,000 car crashes per year could be prevented by replacing tires on time, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Checking […]
Continue readingThe Tires for All-Seasons
Spring is here, which means it is time to give your winter tires a once-over to gear-up for the next season. As the saying goes, it is not where you go, but how you get there. Why not replace your tires with an all-season retread tire option that allows you to easily transition from one […]
Continue readingDo Retread Tires Last as Long as New Tires?
Let’s face it, we love buying new things. Whether it’s a smartphone, dress shirt, or television, we prefer something brand new and out of the box. Unfortunately, this isn’t always the best purchasing habit – financially or environmentally.
Continue reading7 Tips for Safe Winter Driving
No matter where you live, it’s important to prepare yourself for winter driving. You’re 36% more likely to be involved in a motor vehicle accident in January than July, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Ice and snow create hazardous driving conditions that even the most experienced motorists should never underestimate.
Continue reading5 Tire Retread Myths Debunked
Myths about retread tires are often tossed around by well-intentioned truckers simply trying to help out their fellow drivers. But how many of those opinions are based in fact, and how many are just ole’ truckers’ tales?
Continue readingA Deep Dive Into Retread Tires
The History of Retread Tires The process of manufacturing retread tires began over one hundred years ago. In 1912, Marion Oliver patented a tread design that he marketed to other retreaders. In the process that he created, the tire was buffed and the tread was placed on the already buffed tire. After, a hoop was […]
Continue readingTire Recapper’s Website Gets A New Look
If you are a regular visitor to tirerecappers.com then you may have noticed that our website has gotten a makeover. The fresh design boasts improved navigation, ensuring a user-friendly experience for visitors browsing retread tires or searching for information. The new site is designed to capture the look and spirit of the Tire Recapper brand, showcasing our commitment […]
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