Tires can be retreaded multiple times if the casing is in usable condition. Tires used for short delivery vehicles are retreaded more than long haul tires over the life of the tire body. Casings fit for retreading have the old tread buffed away to prepare for retreading.
How long do recap tires last?
between three and four years
How long is a tire casing good for?
A new tire will last between three and four years, when driven 12,000 to 15,000 miles annually. With proper maintenance and care, a typical retread tire will last same of a comparable brand new tire. Retread tires can be driven in any condition, at any speed a new tire can and perform just as well.23 Mar 2016
Are recaps tires good?
Retread tires are proven to perform just as well as new tires without sacrificing safety on the road. Tire Recappers of Nashville is known for eco-friendly, affordable tires that ensure durable, reliable performance. We carry quality retread tires that are perfect for all types of terrain.20 Feb 2015
How much cheaper are retread tires?
The tread (the portion of the tire that meets the road) represents only a percentage of the new tire cost. This means that the cost of a retread tire is usually between 30 and 50 percent of the comparable new tire price.
Can you still buy recap tires?
To the point where people began to wonder, “Are retreads still legal?” In fact, retreaded tires never went away and have never been illegal. Modern retreads are just as safe and long-lasting as new tires and a single retread uses up to 70% less oil than a brand new tire.10 May 2018
Are recap tires safe?
ARE RETREAD TIRES SAVE AND LEGAL? Yes, retread tires are both safe and legal. They are also a more economical and environmentally friendly way to extend the life of tires in any fleet.
Do trucks still use retread tires?
The trucking industry mostly uses retread tires. Other vehicles use them like mail delivery trucks, commercial and military aircraft as well as emergency service vehicles like ambulances and fire trucks. The estimate from tire capping companies is that almost half of all replacement truck tires are retreads.30 Jun 2020
How do I know if my tires are recaps?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ngLPLpCEaA
How much does it cost to recap tires?
Average retread cost (without casing) $164.64 (down 20% from the 2017 average of $205.91) Average pre-cure price $164.60 (down from $205.65) Average mold cure price $165.72 (down from $210.22) Average casing cost $57.46 (up slightly from $57.24 a year earlier)18 Apr 2019
How reliable are recap tires?
Retreading is the process in which the casings of worn tires are reused and receive new tread. In spite of the bad reputation that tire retreads have, the federal government has found they are not more dangerous than regular tires.12 Sept 2017