What Should I Do With My Old Tires?
When it comes time to replace your tires, one question often gets pushed to the side: what should you do with the old ones? Whether they’re worn down, damaged, or simply past their prime, old tires require proper handling to ensure safety and environmental responsibility.
As a global leader in tire innovation and sustainability, GT Radial is here to help you understand your options and make the best decision for you and the planet. Read on to discover what to do with your old tires, and why it matters.
Recycle Your Tires the Right Way
Tires are not biodegradable, which means tossing them into a landfill can create long-term environmental problems. Fortunately, most states prohibit this, and recycling programs are widely available. Your local tire retailer or recycling center likely accepts old tires for a small fee.
Recycled tires are often transformed into:
- Playground and athletic surfaces: Often made using crumb rubber from recycled tires.
- Road construction materials: Tires are used in asphalt mixes for improved durability.
- Landscaping mulch: Shredded tires are repurposed as decorative and functional ground cover.
- Fuel in industrial applications: Recycled tires are a supplemental fuel source in cement kilns and paper mills.
Proper recycling also aligns with GT Radial’s commitment to sustainable manufacturing and responsible product life cycles. Giti Tire, our parent company, actively invests in reducing emissions, minimizing waste, and conserving resources across its global operations.
Get Creative with Upcycling
If you’re feeling creative, old tires can be upcycled into a variety of functional or decorative items. With a little effort, you can turn a tire into:
- A garden planter: Great for flowers or small vegetable gardens.
- A backyard swing: A timeless favorite for kids and adults alike.
- Outdoor furniture: Think ottomans, tables, or even patio seating.
- A dog bed or obstacle for a pet course: Durable and easy to clean.
If DIY isn’t your thing, don’t worry—many tire retailers, including GT Radial dealers, will take your old tires when you purchase new ones. This hassle-free service ensures your tires are disposed of properly, often through certified recycling programs. It’s an easy way to handle your tire transition responsibly.
Out with the Old, In with the Maxtour LX: Worry-Free Luxury Performance
When your tires show signs of wear—like tread worn to 2/32nds of an inch, visible cracking, bulging, or constant air pressure loss—it’s time to upgrade. The GT Radial Maxtour LX is a premium all-season tire designed for passenger cars and CUVs. With a 70,000-mile tread life warranty, it delivers outstanding comfort, quiet ride quality, and dependable performance in wet or light snow conditions.
Here’s what sets the Maxtour LX apart when it comes to delivering all-season confidence and comfort:
- Full Depth Sipes: Long-lasting wet and winter traction.
- Harmonically Optimized Pitch Sequencing: Reduced road noise for a quieter ride.
- Asymmetric Tread Pattern and Stiff Tread Blocks: Enhanced precision in handling and steering response.
- 24-Hour Roadside Assistance and Road Hazard Warranty: Extra peace of mind for the life of the tire.
Whether you’re commuting, road-tripping, or just running errands, Maxtour LX is engineered to make every mile smoother, quieter, and safer. Like all GT Radial tires, the Maxtour LX is built with sustainability in mind—supporting a cleaner drive from start to finish.
Get Expert Help from GT Radial
GT Radial makes your tire experience seamless—from responsible disposal to premium replacements. With over 25 years in North America and the backing of global manufacturer Giti Tire, GT Radial offers world-class quality and peace of mind.
Ready to make the switch? Visit our dealer locator to find a GT Radial retailer near you and test drive the Maxtour LX today. Experience the performance for yourself.
