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Retread tires, sometimes known as recap tires or remolded tires, have undergone a remanufacturing process to replace the worn tread on used tires with new tread to help extend the life of the tire. Retreads account for nearly one-half of all replacement tires in the North American truck tire market. They can be used on all Drive and Trailer positions as well as on steer positions in non-passenger transport vehicles.
Whether you retread your own tire casings or purchase them from a dealer, using retreads has a few notable benefits. Retreading tires is economical and environmentally friendly. Plus, retread tire quality is now better than ever.
Retread tires perform like new tires, but for a fraction of the cost. Retreads sell for about 30 to 50 percent of the comparable new tire price — a significant savings for fleets. And if you're looking to save on retread fuel efficiency, choose the Bandag FuelTech line of tires. SmartWay verified FuelTech retread products are among the lowest rolling resistance retreads available, with fuel efficiency benefits that meet or exceed many new tires.
Producing Bandag retread tires uses 30 percent less energy and 15 fewer gallons of oil compared to new tires. We retread more than 800 tires per hour at Bandag, keeping about 7 million tires out of the waste system per year — that's approximately 300 million tires since our formation in 1957.
Along with retread tire benefits, there are also retread tire myths and untruths. You may have heard myths about the quality, reliability, and longevity of recapped tires, asking questions like "Are retread tires safe?" or "How are retread tires made?" With new tire retreading tools and manufacturing methods, retread tires have improved significantly in recent years and are a viable option for fleet tires, truck tires, airline tires, and more. To get an idea of how retread tires have improved, take a look at a few common myths and reconsider the facts for yourself.
Myth #1 - Retread Tires Aren't Safe
Some people think that retread tires don't have proper structural integrity because new tread is molded over used tire casings. But casings on properly maintained tires don't experience the level of wear that tread does, so it's perfectly safe to retread the casings to extend their life.
Myth #2 - Remolded Tires Are Ugly
The appearance of a finished remolded tire has a lot to do with the skill and thoroughness of the retreader. That’s why truckers choose high-performance retread truck tires, like Bandag, that have the quality looks of a new tire.
Myth #3 - Only New Will Do
For some, tire newness is important. However, for the budget-conscious or environmentally conscious fleet manager, retread tires are a good choice and last as long as most new tires. You can expect today’s new breed of Bandag retreads to perform equal to, if not better than, a quality new tire. And they’ll certainly outperform a cheap one.
Myth #4 - Retread Tires Get Bad Mileage
A quality retread delivers mileage on par with many new tires. Just as new tire mileage varies widely, so does recap tire mileage. The variation is attributed to a complex mix of tread compounding, tread weight, tread design and casing structure. But remember that proper tire maintenance is key to efficient mileage.
Myth #5 - Heat Kills Retread Tires
Heat can ruin any tire, new or not. In most cases, heat buildup is due to under-inflation. That’s why proper inflation is so important, no matter what kind of tire you’re running.
It doesn’t take a genius to understand the benefits of retread tires. It’s basic math. Retreads are better on your budget. They’re better for the environment. And they’re better for your business, because they keep your trucks rolling. It all adds up to a smarter tire solution. Use our Savings Calculator to see just how much you could save using retread tires or, if you're ready to buy, find a Bandag dealer near you.
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01/27/2017
A modern truck tire is a complex rubber product that has a clear specialization and embodies all the latest technical achievements of the automotive industry.
Truly high-quality truck tires feel equally good off-road and when driving on good roads, both light and fully loaded. It is the right choice of tires that largely affects the profitability of a business, so every driver who counts on success in the field of cargo transportation is better to follow the latest truck tire reviews in order to always be in the know. In addition, at the moment the range of truck tires is quite diverse and there are no problems with using imported tires on domestic cars and vice versa.
If we talk about foreign brands, then at the moment tires from manufacturers such as Michelin, Yokohama and Bridgestone enjoy the greatest success in the domestic market. Despite the relative high cost of their products, interest in it remains at a consistently high level. Massive Internet surveys helped determine why domestic car owners prefer them. The most commonly cited benefits include:
Very good results are also shown by domestic manufacturers, which have recently also been very often featured in popular reviews of truck tires. Among others, brands such as TyRex (Tyrex) and Kama stand out. They are loved for very high rates of strength and endurance, which is very important for our roads. In addition, products of both brands are distinguished by a thick layer of rubber under the tread. This allows you to repeatedly "renew" tires, extending their service life by 2-3 times.
In this case, everything happens in a standard way and the main reference point for the driver is the marking of truck tires, which contains all the information about the design features and scope of the tire. The marking contains information about the tire's load capacity, load index, safety precautions during operation and installation, etc.
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As you know, the condition of tires on trucks should be taken care of throughout the year, since the prevention of unplanned downtime is a key task in the modern realities of the transport industry. However, autumn is the best time to buy new truck winter tires. Especially for sale in the new season, the largest truck tire manufacturers have prepared a number of new products that have already appeared on the Russian market. The presented models are winter or all-season tires designed for trucks or buses.
Tires Goodyear KMAX GEN-2 for the drive axle, suitable for vehicles performing regional freight and passenger transportation.
Long service life ensures reliable driving over long distances, effectively overcoming difficult road conditions. All new tires comply with the strict requirements of the winter tire regulations, including the 3PMSF mark. General advantages of KMAX GEN-2 tires:
Bridgestone is ready to further market the durable Duravis R002 tire, which is already well-known in the market. This time, the manufacturer claims that the modified model allows fleets to significantly reduce operating costs by reducing costs per kilometer traveled. The cost of one kilometer has decreased by 15%. This is the average value for steer, drive and trailer axle tires.
Improved durability - a guarantee of long-term use. Service life is increased by 45% compared to previous models. The latest generation of Bridgestone Duravis tires provide high grip moisture.
The new series was developed in cooperation with 17 fleets from 13 countries in various operating conditions. Duravis tires deliver optimized fuel efficiency with a B-C-B combination on steer, drive and trailer axles. These are universal tires for all types of vehicle fleets with a wide range of services: from intra-regional to international transportation.
Owners of light commercial trucks and vans may want to check out the new UltraGrip Cargo. Thanks to the improved tread pattern and rubber compound, the new tires are characterized by high braking performance on snow. It also reduces the total cost of ownership by extending the life of the tire. The manufacturer is positioning a new product for light freight and passenger transport, performing regular transportation, including in the most severe winter conditions.
In September 2019, Firestone launched a new generation of friction winter tires for commercial vans.
The non-directional symmetrical tread pattern reduces noise levels and provides comfort while driving.
Vanhawk 2 Winter tires feature 20% longer tire life, significantly improved wet grip and improved fuel efficiency compared to their predecessors. The improvement of these parameters guarantees a more stable movement of the truck on the road covered with loose snow, melt water, as well as dangerous ice. The upgraded tread pattern allows you to more effectively "bite" into the snow and quickly remove water and mud.
The Vanhawk 2 Winter M+S all-round tires are 3PMSF Alpine certified. The new series is designed for commercial vehicles that operate in difficult winter conditions. Available in 20 sizes ranging from 14" to 16". All vanhawk 2 winter tires are suitably reinforced.
In the new season, Continental offers winter tires with an improved rubber compound and a modified tread pattern.
The products of the German company are optimized for individual truck axles and are distinguished by a high level of grip, including in adverse road conditions: on wet, snowy or icy surfaces.
The Continental Scandinavia winter tire range includes HSW 2 Scandinavia tires, which are characterized by increased traction and a high level of grip on the front axle. HDW 2 Scandinavia tires have the best traction and braking characteristics on the drive axle. Winter tires HTW 2 Scandinavia provide optimal grip when cornering or braking on a trailer axle. All Continental Scandinavia products have higher tread stiffness to avoid tire distortion and reduce rolling resistance. By ensuring precise contact with the road surface, energy losses and, as a result, fuel consumption are reduced.
Goodyear FUELMAX GEN-2 tires are mounted on the drive axle of a truck. Designed for intensive operation in the process of performing interregional and international transportation services.
