Tires Illegal in Garbage & Drains Special Instructions It is illegal to dispose of tires in your normal waste collection. Leave at the DealerTire dealers are well-equipped to properly dispose of tires, so when you purchase new tires, leave the old ones with the dealer. Locate a facility that is collecting tires. (A fee may apply.) Bicycle TiresSimilarly, bicycle tires cannot be recycled curbside, but they should not be thrown in the trash. Tire shops, auto mechanics, and bicycle repair shops may accept old tires for recycling, a fee may apply. Learn about the disposal of bike tubes. Ways to Reduce Make Tires Last Longer If you care for your tires, you’ll save money because you won’t need to replace them as often. Check the tread and tire pressure monthly, keep wheels aligned, and rotate tires every 6,000 miles. You can also drive carefully to avoid potholes, debris and curbs. Did You Know? Tire Recycling History In 1909, there were only around 300,000 registered cars on the road in the US. Over a century later, in 2021, the number has reached close to 300 million! This massive volume generates about 263 million disposed tires annually in the US. What happens with all these disposed tires? Learn more about state-by-state tire recycling here. Tire Recycling: Three Tons Per Hour