The bars become flush with surrounding tread when wear reduces a groove's depth to 2/32 of an inch. That's also the point where tires will flunk a state safety inspection—and where tread must be ...

Few car maintenance tasks are as crucial (or as often overlooked) as tire tread depth. It's a major part of determining how safe, effective, and long-lasting your tires are, and yet it's rarely ...

The way your tires wear can also tell you something about your car. If you take a look at your treads and notice uneven wear, ...

Determine if it’s time to begin shopping for new tires by placing a quarter, with George Washington’s head facing down, into a tread groove. The top of his head to the edge of a quarter is 4 ...

Montalvo emphasizes the importance of tire health and age, especially when driving on wet roads. Tires you've had for six years or longer are at a greater risk of tread ... not at a safe depth.