Book pickup for car and pickup-truck tires, with a separate commercial-tire option up to 120 lb. Choose your quantity and see the full price before booking.
These prices cover automotive tires for cars and pickup trucks. Confirm anything outside the listed scope with our team.
Car or pickup-truck tires.
Select the non-commercial tire option for each car or pickup-truck tire.
Commercial tires, up to 120 lb.
Choose the commercial option and confirm that each tire weighs no more than 120 lb. Count the tires, not a stack or set.
Rims or a different kind of tire?
Send a photo before booking tires still mounted on rims, heavier tires, tractor tires or other equipment tires. The listed options do not establish acceptance of every tire type.
Tire disposal prices in Traverse City
First item / additional item
Car or pickup-truck tire$99 / $20
Commercial tire, up to 120 lb$125 / $55
The highest first-item price applies once. Every remaining item uses its additional-item price. Loading, transportation and disposal are included. Applicable sales tax is shown before payment.
Tires are not part of the curbside route and the county accepts them only on specific collection dates, so a tire load has to be timed with the county program.
City cost & eligibility
The county accepts tires only on specific dates and publishes no per-tire price for the resident program, so confirm the next accepted date and any limit by calling RecycleSmart at 231-632-5162.
When & how
Tires are accepted at scheduled county collection events attached to the household hazardous waste program, and the county states that no further 2026 hazardous waste events remain.
Get it ready
Keep tires out of the recycling cart and the drop-off recycling bins, which refuse car parts. Confirm the accepted tire count and rim policy with the county before loading.
Household hazardous waste events are for Grand Traverse County residents, require an appointment, and take up to 150 pounds at no charge with a per-pound fee above that. Electronics and appliances are not accepted there, and tires only come in on specific dates.
Use a permitted, accessible outdoor spot. Arrange the move out of your home, keep shared access clear and follow your confirmation’s readiness instructions. Check with your building about access or staging limits before booking.
Paint, chemicals, automotive fluids and other problem waste
Cost & conditions
Up to 150 pounds of hazardous material is free for county residents with a per-pound fee above that, cash or check is requested, and a donation is suggested. Confirm the current terms when you book the appointment.
Arrange it
Events run on announced Thursdays and Saturdays and require an appointment, which opens about a month before each date. The 2026 schedule is complete, so the next dates come from the county calendar.
Grand Traverse County residents only. Electronics, appliances and general trash are not accepted, and tires only on specific dates.
Selected customer reviews. Counts checked September 2026.
Before you book
A few things worth knowing.
Tire disposal, from choosing your item to pickup day in Traverse City.
How much does tire disposal cost?+
A non-commercial car or pickup-truck tire is $99 first and $20 additional. A commercial automotive tire up to 120 lb is $125 first and $55 additional. Count each tire separately.
How do I book a set of four tires?+
Choose the matching tire type and set the quantity to four. The first tire uses the first-item price and the remaining three use the additional-item price. Review your total before payment.
Do you take tires still mounted on rims?+
Text our team a photo before booking so we can confirm the scope and price for your setup.
Can my tire shop take the old tires?+
Ask the tire retailer or your local waste authority about their collection options and requirements. If the tires are already at home, Dropcurb offers a separately booked outdoor pickup for the listed tire types.
Can I arrange same-day pickup?+
Book by 2pm in the pickup address’s local time for same-day pickup. Checkout shows the available dates for your address. Your booking is for a pickup day, rather than an exact arrival window. We send updates and photos after collection.
Where should I put my items?+
Use an accessible outdoor spot you are allowed to use, and follow the instructions in your confirmation. Keep sidewalks, entrances and vehicle access clear. You arrange any indoor carrying. For a loading dock or a short building access window, confirm the setup with our team before booking.
Where can I take tires in Traverse City?+
The county accepts tires only on specific collection dates, and its 2026 household hazardous waste events are finished. Call RecycleSmart at 231-632-5162 to confirm the next tire date and any limit before you load a vehicle.Official guidance
Who can use the county household hazardous waste events?+
Grand Traverse County residents with an appointment. Each appointment covers up to 150 pounds at no charge with a per-pound fee above that, electronics and appliances are not accepted, and tires only come in on specific dates.Official guidance
One less thing on your list
Make room for the rest of your day.
Choose the right items and quantities, review your exact total and book your pickup. We keep you updated and send photos afterward.
