Facts about retreaded tyres…
- 80 litres of oil are used for the production of new truck tyres, while 25 litres of oil are used for the production of retreaded tyres.
- The production of each retreaded truck tyre, including rubber, steel and rubber dust, saves 18 kg of raw material.
- Retreading truck tyres in the U.S.A. reduces carbon emissions by 396,000 tons each year.
- Nearly 80 percent of all aircraft tyres currently in use are retreaded.
- Retreaded tyres cost less to produce than new tyres and are sold for less – usually between 30 and 50 percent of the comparable price of a new tyre.
- Retreading truck tyres saves the truck industry over 9 billion dollars each year.
Myths about retreaded tyres…
The rubber pieces which you see on the road come from both new and retreaded tyres in equal proportions, compared to their use on the road. Several national studies have proven this fact. Rubber pieces of truck tyres on the road are mainly caused by lack of air, overload and misuse of tyres.
Retreaded tyres are just as safe as new ones. The percentages of adjustment of retreaded tyres are approximately the same as for new tyres. The statistics collected by the U.S. Department of Transportation show that almost all tyres involved in any tyre-related accidents are underinflated or worn out. Properly maintained tyres, whether new or retreaded, do not cause accidents.
Yes, there are! Tyres for passenger cars, light pick-ups and 4×4 tyres are retreaded pursuant to UN ECE108R regulations, while truck tyres are retreaded pursuant to UN ECE109R regulations and they carry a code number on the side that shows where and when the tyre was retreaded. The overall quality of retreaded truck tyres has increased dramatically in recent years with the introduction of advanced technology, including the use of computers in production and non-destructive testing of tyres.
Retreaded tyres can be driven at the same speeds as comparable new tyres without losing safety or comfort.
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We offer a large selection of tyres for drive axles, trailers and vehicles under special load.