During the summer driving season, CalRecycle is promoting a message that can help save people money, make our roads safer, and protect the environment. CalRecycle (www.calrecycle.ca.gov) is the state agency in charge of all of California’s recycling and waste reduction efforts.  It works in partnership with local government, industry and the public to reduce and manage the approximately 93 million tons of waste generated each year.  The Just Check It campaign encourages drivers to properly maintain their tires by checking their tire inflation levels once a month, inspecting the tire’s treads and rotating and balancing their tires every 5,000 to 8,000 miles.  Properly maintained tires save people money by improving gas mileage and extending the life of their tires.  They also make our roads safer by reducing tire failure and will help to reduce the 44.4 million waste tires that are generated each year in California. The Just Check It website (www.justcheckit.info) has easy to follow tips and videos on how to care for tires and other background information. Something as simple as checking your tires can make a huge difference in protecting people and the environment.