When you get a new set of regular tires, the tread depth should be just about a third of an inch, 10/32 or 11/32 of an inch. Tires made for special conditions such as winter or offroading often times have treads that are deeper than normal tires. The U.S. Department of Transportation recommends replacing your tires when the tread reaches 2/32 inches or lower. When you’re cruising around Irmo, it is important that your tire tread is in good condition to keep you and other drivers safe.
The most accurate method for checking the depth of your tire treads is to use an accurate measuring device such as a ruler. If you don’t have a ruler on hand when you decide to check your tires, a simple penny could work as well. Here’s a step-by-step walkthrough for how you can use a penny to check your tires:
If you would prefer to use a specialized tool to check the depth of your tire treads, a tire tread depth gauge and tread wear bars can be found in many auto parts stores. These further simplify the process of checking your tire threads. In addition to checking the tire treads, here are some other aspects of tires you can check:
Bringing your car into a service center, such as ours, for regular maintenance is necessary to ensure the health of your vehicle, and this includes checking the tires. If you determine that you need new tires, contact us today, or come in to our dealership near Lexington!
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