Why You Need To Measure Tire Tread Depth A tire with only 3/32" or 4/32" of tread may be allowed on the road legally, but that doesn't mean it's ideal, especially in wet or winter conditions. The ...

Too many people ignore their tires. Most enthusiasts know that they are more than just pieces of rubber and are actually one of the most important factors in the ability to control a vehicle ...

In making its recommendation-posted on the firm's Web site-Conti notes that tires can aquaplane at speeds of only 30 mph or so at the accepted minimum tread depth of 1.6 mm. On its Web site, Conti has ...

Tactile Mobility, a tactile data and virtual sensing technology company, recently launched a first-of-its-kind tire tread depth measurement solution that can enhance driver and passenger safety. "The ...

DURHAM, N.C. — Tire sensor and data management company Tyrata Inc. is claiming it has achieved repeatable results in tracking "millimeter-scale" changes in tread depth in a variety of OEM passenger ...

While most new tires have a tread depth around 10/32nds of an inch, the tread wears down over time. This makes it more difficult to steer your vehicle, reduces traction and increases braking time.

The first thing to do is check tread depth using a tire depth gauge. If the tire has anything less than 4/32", it's likely near the end of its usable life, and you shouldn't buy it.

Michelin recommends checking tread depth once a month. And if you’re tired of tire tests, Michelin and GM invented an airless one so you’ll never get a flat again.

Record 4.5 million Southern Californians will drive this July 4th weekend. Experts recommend checking tire pressure, tread depth and fluids before hitting the road.