How Karreman Quarries Improved Commercial Fleet Reliability with Michelin Retreads

Running a busy commercial fleet means you constantly balance tight delivery schedules with the pressure to reduce costs. You know that vehicle uptime is non-negotiable. A single roadside breakdown can disrupt your entire operation. At Karreman Quarries, the team faced this exact challenge with their 80 fleet trucks, aiming for operational excellence while weighing the real risks of their tyre management strategy.

Challenge

Like many fleet operators, Karreman Quarries initially harboured concerns about retread tyre technology. They associated retreads with road debris and safety risks. Prioritising the safety of their drivers and the reliability of their deliveries, they hesitated to adopt a solution that might compromise their high standards.

However, the potential for sustainable fleet management and cost efficiency sparked a desire to investigate further. The team decided to challenge their assumptions and discover the truth behind modern retread technology.

Solution

To make an informed decision, Karreman Quarries did not just take our word for it. They conducted a bold and comprehensive evaluation, visiting manufacturing facilities to compare standards.

What they found at the Michelin facility was a committed approach to quality that set a new benchmark.

             • Stringent inspection: Our teams prioritise safety above all else. We discard any tyre casing with damage rather than                             risking a compromise.

             • Advanced technology: The manufacturing process mirrors the creation of new tyres, ensuring high-quality output.

This attention to detail gave Karreman Quarries the confidence to trial Michelin retread tyres across their fleet.
 

Results

The results speak for themselves. Since partnering with us, Karreman Quarries has changed their tyre strategy, achieving near-new performance levels.

             • Safety first: The fleet has recorded zero blowouts attributable to our retread tyres, effectively eliminating their primary                          safety concern.

             • Proven performance: Testing reveals that our retreads achieve 90 to 95 percent of the performance levels of new tyres on                    both trailer and drive axles.

             • Environmental impact: By reusing tyre casings, the company has drastically reduced waste, with some cases being used                      for up to one million kilometers. On average, casings undergo three retread cycles before retirement.

This demonstrates that fleet reliability and sustainability can go hand-in-hand.

We support your journey

For Karreman Quarries, initial skepticism has turned into total confidence. We back this trust with warranty coverage that matches our new tyres. This is proof that our teams stand behind the quality of every product.

The combination of safety performance, cost efficiency, and environmental benefits has made Michelin retreads an integral component of the company's fleet management strategy, demonstrating that high-quality retreads can meet the demanding requirements of commercial fleet operations.