Published by the Tire Retread & Repair Information Bureau
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Retreaded truck tires represent a savings of over $3 billion dollars annually for truckers and trucking companies in North America. |
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For most fleets, tires represent the second largest item in their operating budget, right after labor and fuel costs. |
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The lowest possible cost-per-mile is achieved with a good tire management program that includes the use of quality retreads. (Hot Topic)
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Retreads are the replacement tire of choice for many truckers. Nearly half of all replacement truck tires are retreads. |
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Retreads are not only cost effective, but they are also dependable, reliable and safe. Retreads are used by truckers with scheduled delivery times, small package delivery companies with guaranteed delivery times, including the U.S. Postal Service, on commercial and military jets, by most school bus operators, taxis, and many other types of vehicles. |
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Retreads are also environmentally friendly. Tires are basically petro-chemical products. It takes approximately 22 gallons of oil to manufacture one new truck tire. Most of the oil is found in the casing, which is reused in the retreading process. As a result, it takes only approximately 7 gallons of oil to produce a retread. Wide based truck tires save even more fuel. |
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Retreaders, like trucking companies, have experienced considerable consolidation. Today, the most successful retreaders are those with the highest quality products, delivering the best possible return on investment to the fleets. Because of the competitive nature of the retreading industry, truckers can expect to see continuous improvement in quality, durability and reliability, as the major retread suppliers annually invest millions of dollars in research and development. |
For more information about how we compile our data, please contact Harvey Brodsky, Managing Director, TRIB, Telephone 831-372-1917. E-Mail: info@retread.org.
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