{"id":1435,"date":"2018-07-25T13:59:01","date_gmt":"2018-07-25T10:59:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.utires.com\/articles\/?p=1435"},"modified":"2024-08-06T15:33:22","modified_gmt":"2024-08-06T12:33:22","slug":"used-tires-okay-to-buy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.utires.com\/articles\/used-tires-okay-to-buy\/","title":{"rendered":"Used Tires Okay To Buy"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.utires.com\/articles\/used-tires-okay-to-buy\/#Are_Used_Tires_Okay_To_Buy_Ways_To_Reuse_And_Check_Old_Tires\" title=\"Are Used Tires Okay To Buy? Ways To Reuse And Check Old Tires\">Are Used Tires Okay To Buy? Ways To Reuse And Check Old Tires<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.utires.com\/articles\/used-tires-okay-to-buy\/#Where_can_I_sell_my_used_tires\" title=\"Where can I sell my used tires?\">Where can I sell my used tires?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.utires.com\/articles\/used-tires-okay-to-buy\/#Is_it_okay_to_sell_used_tires\" title=\"Is it okay to sell used tires?\">Is it okay to sell used tires?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.utires.com\/articles\/used-tires-okay-to-buy\/#Why_should_we_take_buying_used_tires_seriously\" title=\"Why should we take buying used tires seriously?\">Why should we take buying used tires seriously?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.utires.com\/articles\/used-tires-okay-to-buy\/#Tires_history_versus_companys_strict_buying_conditions\" title=\"Tire\u2019s history versus company\u2019s strict buying conditions\">Tire\u2019s history versus company\u2019s strict buying conditions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.utires.com\/articles\/used-tires-okay-to-buy\/#How_do_used_tires_company_grade_the_tires_they_buy\" title=\"How do used tires company grade the tires they buy?\">How do used tires company grade the tires they buy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.utires.com\/articles\/used-tires-okay-to-buy\/#Earn_some_money_and_help_save_the_environment\" title=\"Earn some money and help save the environment\">Earn some money and help save the environment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.utires.com\/articles\/used-tires-okay-to-buy\/#Reasons_why_some_used_tires_are_still_in_great_condition\" title=\"Reasons why some used tires are still in great condition\">Reasons why some used tires are still in great condition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.utires.com\/articles\/used-tires-okay-to-buy\/#What_should_you_look_for_when_buying_used_tires\" title=\"What should you look for when buying used tires?\">What should you look for when buying used tires?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Used_Tires_Okay_To_Buy_Ways_To_Reuse_And_Check_Old_Tires\"><\/span>Are Used Tires Okay To Buy? Ways To Reuse And Check Old Tires<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before we answer if <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.calrecycle.ca.gov\/publications\/Documents\/Tires%5C43296029.pdf\"><b>used tires<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are <\/span><b>okay to buy<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, let\u2019s talk first about the market. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As of last year, car enthusiasts and consumers of the used tire market were using almost 250 million of the scrap tires generated every year. This accounts for almost 81% of the total used tires consuming population, according to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/archive.epa.gov\/epawaste\/conserve\/materials\/tires\/web\/html\/basic.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Environmental Protection Agency<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Specifically, 45% of these scrapped tires were utilized as fuel, 19.5% were recycled or used for engineering projects, the remaining volume was converted to ground rubber recycled products, exported, punched, or used in agricultural industry. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ustires.org\/scrap-tire-markets\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rubber Manufacturers Association<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, 17 million of these scrap tires are retreaded. After retreading, almost 300 million scrap tires are created. About10% of these or around 30 million scrap tires are being sent to monofills and landfills.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Furthermore, an ample amount of these scrap tires is being exported to other countries where these are also submitted to retreading. Most of the countries these tires are sent to are Mexico and Japan because of the surge in the number of automobile drivers and owners in those areas. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a report released by the National Association of Tire Distributors in Mexico, it was highlighted that almost 25% of the tires being sold in Mexico were imported from the United States. It was then subjected to retreading so that it can be reused. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aside from Mexico and Japan, there are also other countries that import tires for shredding and conversion to crumb rubber or to be used as fuel. Unfortunately, though, not all exported tires are recycled. The adverse effect of importing scrap tires is that the importing country may suffer from having too much scrap stashed on their junkyards or landfills. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_can_I_sell_my_used_tires\"><\/span>Where can I sell my used tires?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1436\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1436\" style=\"width: 258px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1436\" src=\"https:\/\/www.utires.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/www.creative-commons-images.com_.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"258\" height=\"172\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.utires.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/www.creative-commons-images.com_.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.utires.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/www.creative-commons-images.com_-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.utires.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/www.creative-commons-images.com_-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.utires.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/www.creative-commons-images.com_-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.utires.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/www.creative-commons-images.com_-60x40.jpg 60w, https:\/\/www.utires.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/www.creative-commons-images.com_-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 258px) 100vw, 258px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1436\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image source: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.creative-commons-images.com\">creative-commons-images.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depending on your location, there are quite a number of companies buying used tires. These companies may have varied standar<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ds, requirements, and buying conditions so it would be best to contact these companies one by one. Compare their buying conditions and see which applies favorably to you. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also post photos and information about your used tires in Craigslists and SellMyTires website. These link sellers to buyers so the entire process is easier and convenient. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lastly, you can also make money for your used tires by arranging old tire pick-up service with companies who wish to send their stash of old tires to recycling facilities. If you charge $3 per tire as pick-up rate, and the recycling facilities ask you to pay $1 per tire recycled, you can earn $2 per tire.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_okay_to_sell_used_tires\"><\/span>Is it okay to sell used tires?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the United States where almost 250 million scrap tires are generated per year, it is highly encouraged to sell used tires. These tires are usually being retreated to be reused, thus eliminating a larger volume of waste, a condition favorable to any country\/nation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_should_we_take_buying_used_tires_seriously\"><\/span>Why should we take buying used tires seriously?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most people, if given a choice, would always prefer the cheaper alternative. In the matter of buying new tires over purchasing a slightly-used one, most people opt for the latter considering the fact that changing tires is always expensive. So, is this a good method to save cash? <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some would argue that safety should never be compromised and that when it comes to your family and loved ones, it\u2019s better to spend than end up being sorry later. This, of course, is a very valid point. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, this argument also misses another good point &#8212; not all used tires are of bad quality. Not all reused tires are dilapidated. As a matter of fact, you can find used tires of really good quality from sellers who are quite strict and particular with the quality of used tires they sell. As you browse through our selection of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.utires.com\/t\/b\/Hercules\/\">Hercules tires<\/a>, you may notice that commonly used tires are in good condition.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 being the highest (likelihood), what\u2019s the likelihood of these used tires of being unsafe? <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The truth of the matter is since no one is really sure about the safety or unsafety nature of used tires, people typically err on the side of caution.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tires_history_versus_companys_strict_buying_conditions\"><\/span>Tire\u2019s history versus company\u2019s strict buying conditions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tires age and degrade in the course of time. Even unused spare tires may be past their prime if they remain unused. These are also unsafe to drive. The point of most people and car enthusiasts in not buying used tires is because you can\u2019t really be sure about their history. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They further argue that with new tires you can be sure that they\u2019ve never been used, so it\u2019s really safe to attach them to your vehicles. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is not entirely true though. As a matter of fact, companies which buy and sell used tires are quite very strict and particular with the kind of rubber they buy. <\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are companies who specify that they will only buy used tires which are still in good condition, meaning, the tires are not slashed, damaged, or broken. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are also some companies that require specific brands like BF Goodrich, Firestone, Michelin, Yokohama, Cooper, and Goodyear. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, some only buy used tires with capable casings and must be regroovable.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite the differences in their individual standards, they are unified in their demand for good quality tires, in good condition, and most probably only within the A to C grade on the tire rating scale. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_used_tires_company_grade_the_tires_they_buy\"><\/span>How do used tires company grade the tires they buy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As stated above, most of these companies have individual standards and buying conditions. However, it\u2019s the used tire grading standard that most of them refer to. <\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The highest on the scale is A+, which means that the tire just arrived from the factory, was unused, and was never attached to any vehicle. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next to A+ is the rating A, which means that the tire is somewhat inferior in quality than that of an A+ tire, and might have been mounted to a vehicle but only slightly used. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After the A rating, we have A- which means that the tire is still in very good shape, though it has minimal surface scratches. These scratches should not be visible when checked from afar. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now on to the B category. The first rating under the B tire category is B+ which means that the tire has very minimal curb scratches and that these scratches are not observable from a short distance. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next to B+ is the rating B which applies to tires that are slightly and have observable minor scratches resulting from regular usage. It is important that tires under this category have a nice-looking finish. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The B- rating is applicable to tires which have insignificant curb scratches and slightly noticeable coating issues. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The last in the used tire rating scale is C which means that the tire has a noticeable surface problem but is not cleft or bent. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Earn_some_money_and_help_save_the_environment\"><\/span>Earn some money and help save the environment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are two main reasons why people buy used tires. First, they want to save money and second, they want to help save the environment. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><em>How do we save money by using used tires?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re buying used tires instead of a new one for your car or truck, then you are automatically saving almost 50% of your money. Brand new tires are expensive. Buying one, especially in emergency cases, will take a toll on the car owner\u2019s finances. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><em>How do we help save the environment when buying used tires?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1437\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1437\" style=\"width: 272px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1437\" src=\"https:\/\/www.utires.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/pixabay.com-min-min.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"272\" height=\"181\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.utires.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/pixabay.com-min-min.png 960w, https:\/\/www.utires.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/pixabay.com-min-min-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.utires.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/pixabay.com-min-min-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/www.utires.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/pixabay.com-min-min-60x40.png 60w, https:\/\/www.utires.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/pixabay.com-min-min-150x100.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 272px) 100vw, 272px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1437\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image source: <a href=\"http:\/\/pixabay.com\">pixabay.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Buying used tires is actually the perfect example of recycling. Instead of stashing these tires and throwing them into the junkyards and landfills, you help utilize them again and give them a new sense of purpose. The act of reusing frees landfills all over the state from toxic garbage. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In these both cases, we can say that the benefits outweigh the risks. <\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reasons_why_some_used_tires_are_still_in_great_condition\"><\/span>Reasons why some used tires are still in great condition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To set proper expectations, there will only be 40 to 75% of tread left when you buy a used tire. Though smaller, this volume of tread is more than enough to give you a sizable mileage. Totally worth your money!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are few of the reasons why used tires can remain in tip-top shape: <\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The car owner followed the advice of his car manufacturer to get new tires before leaving the old ones totally worn out. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aside from car manufacturers, people at the car repair shops often suggest to the car owner to change tires prematurely. The reason for this is basic &#8212; first, they earn a disposal fee for the old tires they get to keep, and second, they can profit from selling the old tires again. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Millions of tires are removed from cars involved in accidents. They only resell those which are still in good condition and leave the damaged ones. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are also used tires collected from flooded areas as flood rarely damage the tires. These can be reused and resold. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a general rule, you can still make use of a tire which has 50% tread left. Just make sure that you know how to inspect and assess these tires. If not, it\u2019s time to ask for an expert advice. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_you_look_for_when_buying_used_tires\"><\/span>What should you look for when buying used tires?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s settled. <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/infohouse.p2ric.org\/ref\/11\/10504\/html\/intro\/ploblems.htm\"><b>Used tires are okay to buy<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1438\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1438\" style=\"width: 303px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1438\" src=\"https:\/\/www.utires.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/www.pexels.com1_.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"303\" height=\"202\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.utires.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/www.pexels.com1_.jpg 1880w, https:\/\/www.utires.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/www.pexels.com1_-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.utires.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/www.pexels.com1_-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.utires.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/www.pexels.com1_-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.utires.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/www.pexels.com1_-60x40.jpg 60w, https:\/\/www.utires.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/www.pexels.com1_-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 303px) 100vw, 303px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1438\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image source: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.pexels.com\">pexels.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You just have to have the right knowledge on how to spot the good ones. Here are the things you need to check before you decide to buy a used tire. <\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Determine how old the tire is.\u00a0<\/b>This information is available upon checking the last four digit of the DOT. The first two digits stand for the week of manufacture. The last two digits speak of the year of manufacture. In this case, if what you see is 2383, this means that the tire was manufactured on the 23<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">rd<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> week of the year 1983. Most manufacturers are in unison in saying that six years of usage would lead to rubber breaking and drying. On the 7<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">th<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> year of frequent usage, the tire will deteriorate. According to the US Department of Transportation, 10 years is the maximum age for a working tire.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Scrutinize and examine the depth of the tread.\u00a0<\/b>This can be easily done by inserting a coin into the tread. If you see Lincoln\u2019s whole head, this simply means that the tire is totally worn out.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Check the Uniform Tire Quality Grade Standards (UTQG).\u00a0<\/b>The UTQG rating will best help you determine how fast the tire will wear out. Smaller treadwear number means the faster the process. Tires with UTQG raging between 450 and 600 will last for a very long time but might lag behind in terms of performance. On the other hand, tires under UTQG 100 usually wear out faster.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Check the tire\u2019s history.\u00a0<\/b>Knowing how the vehicle\/car was used by the previous owner would also tell you a lot about the condition of the tires. Also, you will be acquainted with the kind of weather condition the said tires were exposed to, and whether or not they were stored for a long time. All information you will get about the history of the tire will give you a deeper idea as to the status and condition of the tire.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Search and be mindful of other signs of wear and tear.\u00a0<\/b>Check the tires properly. Look under and see if they are over inflated or imbalanced. Also look for exposed treadwear or cords. These will give you valuable hints on whether or not the tires are on the verge of breaking point.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Search the sidewalls and beads.\u00a0<\/b>Look for cuts, cracks, cord exposure, or any other sign of wear and tear. If you feel humps and bumps on the tire sidewalls, this means that the belt has been separated. This will also give you a hint of an unnoticed and unseen internal damage. If the beads are chunking, that means your tires are not sealed correctly and appropriately. This might lead to very compromising and dangerous situations. Better check.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Also, check for repairs.\u00a0<\/b>You need a good eye or an expert to assess the repairs done. If there are improper repairs, the good quality of the tire might just be temporary. Be very careful with this one.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are Used Tires Okay To Buy? Ways To Reuse And Check Old Tires Before we answer if used tires are okay to buy, let&rsquo;s talk first about the market. As of last year, car enthusiasts and consumers of the used tire market were using almost 250 million of the scrap tires generated every year. 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