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Texas Governor Greg Abbott Blocks Used Tyre Bill

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Having passed all the hurdles, Texas House Bill 2774, which defined used tyres and scheduled penalties for selling such tyres fell at the final hurdle when Texas Governor Abbott decided that the definitions and the penalties for using tyres , which may be dangerous, were not acceptable.

Inclusion of Definitions Listed Below:


A tread depth of less than 1/16th inch; which is widely accepted as a legal minimum




A localized bald spot that exposes the tyre ply or cord; which is rather obviously dangerous




Regrooving below the original groove depth; not allowed in car tyres in most markets
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