Can I Take the Old Tires When Replacing Them?
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If the replaced old tires are not severely worn and can still be used, they can be kept as full-size spare tires. If they are no longer usable, they should be discarded. Uses for waste tires: 1. Tire retreading. Tire retreading technology involves repairing and processing tires that have been worn or damaged due to other reasons, restoring them to a usable condition. 2. Waste tire oil refining. Waste tire oil refining technology involves heating, pressurizing, and adding catalysts to extract fuel oil from waste tires. However, if simple and cheap equipment is used, this technology can easily cause secondary pollution.
Can I take the old tires after replacement? I've encountered this issue many times. Generally speaking, most tire shops will allow you to take the old tires, especially if they don't actively dispose of them. When I go for a replacement, I always ask the staff in advance if they want me to take them, and they usually agree. What can you do with them? For example, keep them at home as spare tires to check wear levels, or use them for creative projects like garden fences—my neighbor even made a swing out of discarded tires. If the tires are severely worn and can't be reused, don't just throw them away; take them to a recycling center to reduce pollution. Some places have conveniently located recycling points. In short, whether to take them or not is your choice, but handling them yourself is more eco-friendly and hassle-free, avoiding disposal fees from the shop. I always recommend taking them, especially for those looking to save money, as it avoids extra costs and allows for reuse.
