If you’re wondering to yourself, “How do I check tire tread wear?” don’t worry–Garavel CJDR has the answers. From the tire tread penny test to helping you learn how much tread should be on a tire, we’re here to help. All you need is a ruler or penny, and you can check your tire tread depth at home in Greenwich! Follow the steps below, and explore our tire care FAQ’s to get a better sense of when to replace your tires.
New tires have a tread depth of about 10/32 or 11/32 of an inch (about a third of an inch). Winter tires and tires designed for off-roading, as well as some truck and SUV tires, may have even deeper tread grooves. But when should you replace your tires, and how much tread should a tire have before replacing it?
At 2/32 of an inch, it’s time to replace your tires according to the U.S. Department of Transportation. Proper tire tread depth is essential to safe driving in Stamford, and proper tire care can even extend the life of your tires.
A ruler is the most accurate way to check the tire tread depth, but if you can’t find a ruler in your house—or you are on the go, and you want to check your tires—a penny will do in a pinch. The design on the U.S. penny makes it the perfect household tool to measure your tire wear. Follow these steps to check the tread depth remaining on your tires with the tire tread penny test.
There are special tools available in Bridgeport to check your tires, such as a tire tread depth gauge, or tread wear bars that have a visible mark built into the tire which indicates the 2/32 inch mark. While you are checking your tire tread depth, some more things to inspect include:
When you take your vehicle to your local service center for regular maintenance, the technicians will inspect your tires for any issues or wear and let you know when to replace your tires. When it’s time to replace your tires, visit our tire center, and be sure to check our parts and service specials to get a great deal! For more guides like this, learn how to reset your Ram 1500’s check engine light, or let our team help you find out how much tread should be on a tire.
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