The technique of taking proper tread depth measurements is usually one that is never taught. In preparation for performing their service duties on a fleet's tires, technicians are normally handed a $2 ...

Trucks drive over a ground-installed sensor and camera system, which instantly records key data such as tire pressure, tread depth, vehicle weight and tire temperature. Snider Fleet Solutions is now ...

DUBUQUE, Iowa — E-Solution Professionals Pty Ltd. (ESP) has developed technology it claims will allow consumers to calculate tire tread depth by using the camera on a smartphone. ESP, an Australian ...

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 ...

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 groove; if the outer band is visible, the tread is below the 1.6mm legal limit ...

The "idiot light" is about to get smarter, which could mean drivers are about to get lazier. Continental is developing a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that can measure tread depth and warn ...

Varying standards for minimum tread depth is something that continues to be confusing for those new to the industry. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), the minimum ...

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 ...

Whether you’re planning a long road trip or managing a commercial fleet, tire care can make the difference between smooth travels and roadside headaches. From checking pressure and tread depth to ...

My tyres still look okay to me, but the mechanic insists the treads are worn out. I do not really know how to check for that. What exactly are tyre treads, and how do they affect safety, especially ...

Tire tread helps give your car grip and control, but when tires go bald, you're not stopping, you're probably skidding to the sound of pure regret. Those grooves help channel away water, slush, debris ...