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09-04-2008, 03:17 PM
FYI: this is the official response from Goodyear. In the event you don't see us around, hopefully it's not b/c of a tire issue.
DB
From: paul.appleby@goodyear.com [mailto:paul.appleby@goodyear.com] On Behalf Of goodyear_cr@goodyear.com
Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2008 9:09 AM
Subject: Re: other
Sent by: Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company Consumer Relations 728 1144 East
Market Street Akron, OH 44316 Voice #: 800.321.2136 Fax #:
330.796.6829
Thank you for contacting our web site and for your interest in tire safety.
The Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA) represents the position that there is not one specific chronological age at which tires should be removed from service because there is no data that supports a specific age.
Age is not the key, consistent maintenance, proper inflation and regular inspection for treadwear patterns and damage are the keys to good tire performance.
While there is no data that demonstrates a tire is less safe when it reaches a certain age, for consumers who are concerned about the age or condition of their tires, it is recommended they let a tire professional inspect their tires.
DB
From: paul.appleby@goodyear.com [mailto:paul.appleby@goodyear.com] On Behalf Of goodyear_cr@goodyear.com
Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2008 9:09 AM
Subject: Re: other
Sent by: Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company Consumer Relations 728 1144 East
Market Street Akron, OH 44316 Voice #: 800.321.2136 Fax #:
330.796.6829
Thank you for contacting our web site and for your interest in tire safety.
The Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA) represents the position that there is not one specific chronological age at which tires should be removed from service because there is no data that supports a specific age.
Age is not the key, consistent maintenance, proper inflation and regular inspection for treadwear patterns and damage are the keys to good tire performance.
While there is no data that demonstrates a tire is less safe when it reaches a certain age, for consumers who are concerned about the age or condition of their tires, it is recommended they let a tire professional inspect their tires.
Michael OR Donna Broderick