Car repair shops, dealerships, and tire retailers generate large quantities of used tires daily. Each tire handed in determines whether it enters a sustainable recycling loop – or is disposed of through opaque and sometimes illegal channels.
Current industry figures Studies show that around 100.000 tons of used tires escape the official recycling system every year. These quantities are often declared as supposedly used tires and exported without verifiable documentation. For the circular economy, this represents a significant loss of valuable raw materials.
Certified waste management companies ensure that used tires are documented, professionally sorted, and sent for appropriate recycling – such as retreading or recyclables. At the same time, companies benefit from legally compliant documentation and transparent processes.
The ZARE initiative therefore appeals to car repair shops, car dealerships and tire retailers:
Rely on certified waste management companies and actively strengthen the circular economy.
