Corrections

What counts as a correction

A correction is warranted when a page states something factually wrong, cites a source that has since changed in a material way, presents an estimate or field rule of thumb as a hard specification, or is unclear in a way that could lead to a bad decision on a safety or compliance topic.

Minor wording preferences, style disagreements, and suggestions for additional content that does not affect the accuracy of existing content are noted but may not result in immediate changes. Priority goes to errors that could mislead a reader on safety, compliance, or load-capacity questions.

What to include in a report

The most actionable correction reports include all of the following:

• The full URL of the page with the error.
• The exact sentence or passage in question — copy it directly from the page.
• What is wrong with it and why: be specific about what the page claims and what is actually correct.
• A source link, CFR section number, or manufacturer reference that supports the correction.
• Your role or context if relevant — CDL driver, fleet maintenance, DOT inspector, technical writer — this is optional but helps prioritize.

How to report

Use the contact method listed on the Contact page. Include the details above. Reports submitted with a specific source reference move faster because the review process starts by checking the source — if one is already provided, that step is complete.

If the error involves a safety-critical topic — out-of-service criteria, load capacity thresholds, brake or tire condition standards — note that explicitly so it can be flagged for priority handling.

Review process

Corrections are handled by checking the report against the source hierarchy: the governing regulation or manufacturer specification is checked first, then industry guidance. If the correction is confirmed, the page is updated, source notes are revised if needed, and the review date is updated. If the existing content is confirmed correct against the sources, a note is made for future periodic review.

The site does not automatically accept corrections that are themselves unsupported. If a submitted correction conflicts with a cited government or manufacturer source, both are examined and the more authoritative source is followed. The outcome is communicated if a contact address was included in the report.

What we cannot help with

This site cannot provide tire approval for a specific vehicle, axle, or load. It cannot determine whether a specific tire condition meets DOT compliance for a specific carrier or jurisdiction. It cannot provide legal, insurance, or professional engineering opinions.

If you need a safety determination about a tire currently in service, contact a qualified tire technician or your fleet's maintenance department. If you need a regulatory compliance determination, consult the applicable CFR section or your carrier's safety program.