Author Archives: Fred Roberts

The amount of air pressure in tires can have a serious impact on your safety. In particular, tires that are underinflated can lead to dangerous and sometimes even deadly accidents. Furthermore, because tires that don’t have enough pressure wear faster, they waste gas and have to be replaced sooner, which means more money out of […]

Despite the fact that passengers hear the screeching of tires every time an aircraft comes to an abrupt landing and bear witness to the rubber scars marring the tarmac, seldom do harried travelers give much thought to the tires themselves. And really, they should! These hard working tires are marvels of engineering, retreading, and recycling. In […]

When vehicles were originally equipped with pneumatic tires back in the early 1900s, the most challenging problem was getting the tires to withstand cuts, punctures, penetrations and blowouts. Back then, a tire in excellent shape would only average about 1,000 miles before wearing out, but because the roads were unpaved and riddled with hazards, most […]

Thanks to today’s modern advances in technology, materials and manufacturing processes, the tires used on public buses are stronger and more durable than ever before. Manufacturers of bus tires specifically design their products for multiple lives, meaning the tires are designed with the intention of eventually being retreaded. Tire retreading enables bus fleets both commercial […]

Mismatched tires can lead to a host of problems, particularly on dual wheel positions. One of the biggest issues is that tire retreading can be compromised, causing a safety hazard. In fact, using mismatched dual wheels can have the same negative impact on the life of your tires as if you were driving with over […]

Wide based tires, such as those used on farm or construction equipment or larger vehicles, can come with quite a hefty price tag. To improve your cost efficiency and stretch your budget further, you may want to consider investing in wide tires that have been retreaded. These are recycled tires that are put through a […]

When it comes to tire retreading, there are two main strategies used: mold cure and pre cure. While both produce quality retread tires, each of these systems presents its own unique benefits. Beyond the first initial steps, which include a thorough inspection and detailed buffing, there is a difference in how each tire retreading system […]

Almost half of all replacement truck tires are retreads. Those drivers who choose to go with retread tires end up saving an average of 30-50% on replacement tires. This is money kept in your pocket, which can be used toward other investments and purchases. It’s a no-brainer, retread tires save you money, but do they […]

According to AAA, wet pavement contributes to over 1 million automobile accidents every year. With the whole “April showers…” quickly approaching, it’s probably a good idea to brush up on some best practices for wet weather driving.  Take a look below for some wet weather driving tips to stay safe this spring: