From Installation to Inspection in Three Simple Steps
TireInspector streamlines your entire tire workflow. Here's how it works from the moment a vehicle arrives to final installation.
Scan & Inspect
Start by creating a new vehicle inspection. TireInspector guides you through a comprehensive four-tire workflow that captures every critical data point.
Vehicle Information
Enter basic details: license plate, VIN (optional), customer name. These tie all four tires to a single vehicle record for easy lookup later.
DOT Code Capture
Use your camera to scan the DOT code on each tire's sidewall. Our OCR technology automatically extracts:
- • Manufacture date (week and year)
- • Plant code and tire specifications
- • Brand and model information
Can't scan? No problem. Manual entry is available for damaged or unreadable codes.
Tread Depth Measurement
Measure tread depth at three points across each tire: inner, center, and outer. TireInspector automatically analyzes the pattern to detect:
- • Under-inflation (center wear)
- • Over-inflation (edge wear)
- • Alignment issues (one-sided wear)
- • Unsafe tread depth (<2/32")
Safety Recall Check
As soon as you enter a DOT code, TireInspector queries the NHTSA recall database. If there's a match, you'll see an immediate alert with recall details and next steps.
Visual Inspection Notes
Add photos and notes for sidewall damage, punctures, or other issues. These attach to the tire record for reference during future visits.
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Tire Inspection Interface
Shows DOT scanning, tread depth entry, and swipe navigation
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Label Printing Interface
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Print Labels
Once inspection is complete, generate professional tire labels with a single tap. Each label contains a QR code with complete tire data for instant lookup.
One-Tap Printing
Print all four labels at once or print them individually. TireInspector automatically formats labels for your connected printer model.
QR Code Technology
Every label includes a unique QR code that encodes:
- • Tire ID for database lookup
- • DOT code and manufacture date
- • Tread depth at inspection time
- • Vehicle position (FL, FR, RL, RR)
Scan any label later to instantly pull up complete tire history.
Bluetooth Connectivity
TireInspector connects wirelessly to Zebra and Brother thermal printers. No cables, no computer needed. Pair once, then print from anywhere in your shop.
Customizable Templates
Configure label format to match your workflow. Include shop logo, custom fields, or additional barcodes as needed.
Works Offline
Print labels even without internet. All data is cached locally and syncs when connectivity returns.
Track & Manage
Your tire inspection data becomes a powerful inventory and customer service tool. Track tires through their entire lifecycle from inspection to disposal.
Instant Lookup
Scan a tire's QR code to instantly view complete history: inspection date, tread depth, DOT code, photos, notes, and current status.
Status Tracking
Track each tire's journey through your shop:
- • In Stock: Inspected and labeled, awaiting installation
- • Installed: Mounted on customer vehicle with date and technician
- • Disposed: Recycled or scrapped with disposal date
Search & Filter
Find tires by any attribute: brand, size, DOT code, tread depth, manufacture date, or customer name. Perfect for locating specific inventory or analyzing trends.
Customer History
View all tires ever inspected for a customer. Track tread wear over time, identify patterns, and provide data-driven recommendations.
Analytics Dashboard
See key metrics at a glance: inspections per day, average tread depth, most common tire sizes, recall hits, and more. Make informed decisions about inventory and operations.
Audit Trail
Complete lifecycle history for every tire provides audit trail for compliance, liability protection, and quality assurance.
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Inventory Management Dashboard
Shows tire search, filtering, and status tracking
What You Need to Get Started
Android Device
Any Android phone or tablet running Android 8.0 or newer. We recommend a tablet (8" or larger) for best experience.
Thermal Printer
Zebra ZQ320, Brother QL-820NWB, or similar Bluetooth thermal label printer. 2" wide labels recommended.
Tread Depth Gauge
Any manual tread depth gauge (digital or analog). TireInspector records the measurements you enter.
Optional: Wi-Fi or cellular data for cloud sync and recall lookup. TireInspector works fully offline, syncing when connectivity returns.
How TireInspector Fits Your Workflow
For Service Technicians
Inspect vehicles faster with guided workflow. No more paper forms, illegible handwriting, or lost inspection records. Everything is digital, searchable, and backed up to the cloud.
Average inspection time: under 2 minutes per vehicle
For Service Advisors
Use inspection data to educate customers. Show tread depth trends, wear patterns, and safety concerns backed by real measurements. Turn inspections into service opportunities.
Pull up customer tire history in seconds with QR code scan or license plate search.
For Shop Managers
Track team performance with analytics dashboard. Monitor inspections per day, identify bottlenecks, and ensure consistent quality across all technicians.
Generate reports for safety compliance, warranty claims, and operational insights.
For Shop Owners
Protect your business with complete audit trails. Every inspection, measurement, and label is time-stamped and attributed to a specific technician. Defend against liability claims with hard data.
Identify inventory trends and optimize tire purchasing based on actual customer demand.
See It in Action
Ready to modernize your tire shop workflow? Start your free trial and experience the TireInspector difference.