As the debate over what constitutes a safe minimum tread depth standard continues, Michelin North America Inc. has weighed in by taking a stance that may surprise its colleagues in the business of ...

Continental Tire North America Inc. endorses removing all-season and high-performance tires from service at 4/32-inch tread depth, and winter tires at 5/32 inch. The current allowable tread depth is 2 ...

Low tire tread depth can be a safety issue. When the road is wet, low tread depth can cause the tire to hydroplane, or skim across the surface of the water, which can make you lose control. You also ...

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 ever ...

The more you drive on your tires, the more they wear down. After a while, the grooves that improve traction, particularly in the wet, wear away. Eventually, you either buy a new set or risk running ...