Tyres are unquestionably the most important safety feature fitted to your car — and they're often one of the most overlooked. The only component that’s in contact with the road, tyres play a vital ...

To check tyre tread properly, use the 20p coin test (or a penny if you’re in the US): insert the coin into the main tread ...

Most people probably don’t remember the last time they checked the tread on their tires, if they’ve even done it at all. The common method involves holding a penny or a quarter in the groove and ...

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- Low tread depth on car tires can be a factor when it comes to hydroplaning, so what's a quick way to check your tread? "Because your tire pressure is directly correlated to ...

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