The problem of growing part worn tyre sales in the UK has been much discussed within the industry this year, though while it can be seen as symptomatic of certain sections of the British market’s attitude to tyre purchases, the problem is reaching a level that appears to warrant government intervention in at least one US state.

Tire Review reports that Florida State Representative Jason Brodeur has proposed a bill that tackles both the sale of used tyres and tyre aging, backed by an Orlando law firm.

The still unnamed and un-numbered proposal would require “retail used tyre dealers” to inform buyers of the ago of the used tyres they are buying and provide “certain warnings relating to the age of used tyres.” While the Bill is primarily concerned with the age of sold tyres, it has strong implications for those selling part worn tyres, making the dealer more responsible for knowing the provenance of their products.

Despite several efforts in multiple states in recent years, legislators have been unable to establish laws that would require tyre manufacturers and retailers to provide consumers with a tyre’s age upon sale.

Many automobile manufacturers currently suggest that tyres should be replaced after six years of use; however, tyre companies have opposed such legislation. Additionally, a potentially greater problem exists in the used tyre retail industry, as new tyres are generally safer and experience fewer cases of tread separation than used tyres.

Florida state representative Jason Brodeur wants to change that, as he is proposing used tyre aging legislation that would finally provide consumers with peace of mind in regard to the purchase of used tyres by clearly conveying the pertinent age information for those tyres. 

By empowering consumers with this vital information, this bill has the potential to greatly reduce the number of injuries and deaths caused by tyre failures on Florida’s roads and highways each year.