What is a commercial rated tire?
Commercial Truck and Bus tires are designed to carry very heavy loads and are designed for rugged service. The size of RV trailers is increasing all the time; some custom RV trailers are weight rated to over 15 tons or 30,000 pounds. With these heavier trailers the only tire that can be used is a commercial tire. Why are truck tires more expensive? Truck tires are more expensive than those of regular passenger vehicles due to their larger size, more durable materials, and the advanced technology required to handle heavy loads safely and in demanding driving conditions.
What is the average lifespan of a Bridgestone tire?
Bridgestone recommends that its Bridgestone or Firestone brand tires be removed from service after ten years regardless of their remaining tread depth. While there’s no hard-and-fast rule, and no federally mandated safety guidance on when a tire should be (ahem) retired, many carmakers and experts advise replacement between five and six years from the manufacturing date.
How long will a 50,000 mile tire last?
Tires typically last between 50,000-70,000 miles or about 6 years, depending on driving habits, maintenance, and environmental factors. Regardless of mileage, most manufacturers recommend replacement after 6-10 years due to natural rubber degradation. Most experts agree that semi-truck tire replacement should occur every three to six years. If your tires were purchased more than six years ago, it’s probably a good idea to start looking at replacement tires for your fleet. Another benchmark fleet managers can use is the tire’s mileage.