How to Identify Refurbished Car Tires?

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MacAngelina
07/30/25 4:44am
Here are the methods to identify refurbished tires: 1. Check the tire markings. Original tires have raised markings on the outer side, while refurbished tires have markings that can be peeled off. 2. Observe the tire hairs. Original tires have tire hairs, which refurbished tires cannot replicate. 3. Examine the tread patterns and gloss. Original tires have deep tread patterns and a soft gloss, whereas refurbished tires have shallow tread patterns and an overly bright gloss. 4. Lightly scratch the tire with a key. Original tires have good elasticity, and the scratch marks disappear quickly, while refurbished tires have poor elasticity and leave marks. 5. Look at the connection between the tread and the sidewall. Original tires have a smooth connection, while refurbished tires show signs of bonding.
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