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Tires
 Websites presented in alphabetical order Common Wastes & Materials: Scrap Tires 
 Collection of resources about waste management and recycling of scrap tires in the U.S. Features background information, statistics, a FAQ, information about scrap tire markets (such as tire-derived fuel, civil engineering applications, and rubberized asphalt), laws and statutes, regional resources, a page on tire fires, publications, and related links. From the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). http://www.epa.gov/osw/conserve/materials/tires/index.htm Topics: Automobiles, Environment Last updated Nov 1, 2008 Popular Mechanics: Saturday Mechanic: Changing a Tire
Illustrated, basic information about changing a flat tire. Discusses equipment, dealing with overtightened lugs, safety precautions, and steps for changing the tire. Includes a link to the related article "Repairing a Flat Tire." Note: Articles include some links to commercial content. From the website for Popular Mechanics magazine. http://www.popularmechanics.com/how_to_central/automotive/1272496.html?page=1 Topics: Automobiles Last updated Feb 17, 2007 Safercar.gov: Tires
Consumer safety information related to automobile tires, covering topics such as understanding and checking tire pressure, tire maintenance (such as rotation and repair), tire ratings (treadwear, traction, and temperature), tire labeling for passenger vehicles and light trucks, and tire defects. From the National Highway Traffic Safety Association (NHTSA) of the U.S. Department of Transportation. http://www.safercar.gov/portal/site/safercar/menuitem.13dd5c887c7e1358fefe0a2f35a67789/?vgnextoid=0e0aaa8c16e35110VgnVCM1000002fd17898RCRD Topics: Automobiles, Consumer Research & Advocacy Last updated Mar 27, 2008 What to Do If You Have a Blowout on the Highway
Safety tips for handling a blowout or flat tire while driving on the highway. Discusses how to get off the roadway safely, precautions on the side of the road, and deciding whether to change the tire or call for help. From the National Safety Council (NSC). http://www.nsc.org/news_resources/Resources/Documents/What_to_Do_If_You_Have_a_Blowout_on_the_Highway.pdf Topics: Automobiles Last updated Nov 19, 2009 |
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