Tyre disposal is a regulated activity in the UK. Whole tyres cannot be sent to landfill, and fly-tipping tyres is an offence that carries significant fines. When we fit new tyres at your location in Glasgow or Bradford, we collect and remove all old tyres for responsible disposal — at no extra charge to you.
Where Do Old Tyres Go?
The used tyres we collect are transported to licensed tyre recycling and processing facilities. The majority of end-of-life tyres in the UK are processed through one of three routes: granulation into crumb rubber, which is used in surfaces such as children's playgrounds, sports surfaces and road surfacing; energy recovery through controlled incineration in specialist cement kilns; or retreading, where casings in good condition are given a new tread and returned to service as cost-effective commercial or car tyres.
Our Commitment to Legal Disposal
We are registered waste carriers, which is a legal requirement for any business that transports and disposes of waste tyres. The facilities we use hold the necessary environmental permits. Every tyre we collect is processed through the licensed waste stream — none are stored, fly-tipped or disposed of illegally.
What to Do With Old Tyres If You Change Them Yourself
If you change your own tyres, old tyres can be taken to your local household waste recycling centre — most UK councils accept small quantities of tyres free of charge. You can also use a licensed tyre disposal service or ask any tyre retailer if they accept old tyres. Never leave tyres at the roadside or in open spaces — this is classified as fly-tipping and can result in a substantial fixed-penalty fine.