# BLP 355: The Tire Mistake Costing Truckers MILLIONS

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Podcast: [Bulkloads Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/bulkloads-podcast-431537)
Published: 2025-08-25T05:30:00+00:00
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## Resource

Think you're saving money with cheap truck tires? Think again. In this episode, we sit down with Matt Gibbs from Ozarko Tire to reveal the real costs of poor tire choices, the truth about retreads, and why tire maintenance can make or break your bottom line. Whether you're an owner-operator, fleet manager, or just someone in the trucking industry, this conversation will change the way you think about your tire program. You'll discover: The hidden difference between Tier 1 and Tier 4 tires How retreads can slash your cost per mile The #1 cause of roadside breakdowns (and how to prevent them) Why "cheap" tires often cost you more in the long run How to choose the right tire for your specific hauling needs 💬 Question for you: What's been your biggest tire expense or breakdown story? Share it in the comments! Subscribe for more insider trucking tips, industry interviews, and strategies to run a more profitable operation. Watch this episode on YouTube & Subscribe! https://youtu.be/O33DuglTye8 Free Video Shoot From BulkLoads? https://links.bulkloads.com/widget/form/bfbbWKvA8xQZJKKYfc2Z How can we pray for you? Email us: prayer@bulkloads.com Ozarko Tire: http://www.ozarkotire.com/ Check out our companies! BulkLoads - https://www.bulkloads.com/sign_up/create_account/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=podcast Insurance - https://www.bulkinsurancegroup.com/ Factoring - https://www.smartfreightfunding.com/ Transportation Management (TMS) - https://www.bulktms.com/ Permitting - https://www.bulkloads.com/tools/permitting/ Fuel Card - https://bulkloadsfuel.com/ Timestamp: 00:00 Trusting Expertise in Fleet Management 06:09 Offshore Tires Impact Retreading Industry 09:30 Inspiring Growth and Expansion 12:57 Retread Advantage: Michelin Innovations 15:50 "Tire Ret…

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