South Australian Consolidated Regulations

ROAD TRAFFIC (VEHICLE STANDARDS) RULES 1999 - REG 53

53—Retreads

        (1)         A tyre that is retreaded before the commencement of this rule must not be used on a vehicle if:

            (a)         Australian Standard AS 1973–1976 Retreaded Pneumatic Passenger Car and Light Truck Tyreor Australian Standard AS 1973–1985 Retreaded Pneumatic Passenger and Light Truck Tyre applies to the tyre; and

            (b)         the tyre was retreaded after publication of the Australian Standard; and

            (c)         the tyre was not retreaded in accordance with Australian Standard AS 1973–1976 Retreaded Pneumatic Passenger Car and Light Truck Tyre, Australian Standard AS 1973–1985 Retreaded Pneumatic Passenger and Light Truck Tyre or Australian Standard AS 1973–1993 Pneumatic Tyres—Passenger Car, Light Truck and Truck/Bus—Retreading and Repair Processes.

        (2)         A tyre that is retreaded after the commencement of this rule must not be used on a vehicle if:

            (a)         Australian Standard AS 1973–1993 Pneumatic Tyres—Passenger Car, Light Truck and Truck/Bus—Retreading and Repair Processes applies to the tyre; and

            (b)         the tyre was not retreaded in accordance with the Australian Standard.

Note—

The Australian Standards mentioned in this rule require various markings on retreaded tyres. These may include a speed rating less than the rating originally marked on the tyre.