12/15/2025
Tire replacement is the process of swapping old, worn-out, or damaged tires for new ones to ensure vehicle safety, performance, and handling, typically done when tread depth falls below 2/32 of an inch, tires show significant damage (cuts, bulges, cracks), or they exceed their age (around 6-10 years), even if tread looks okay. It's crucial for maintaining traction, especially in wet conditions, and preventing blowouts, often involving replacing tires in pairs or sets.
Key Reasons for Replacement:
Tread Wear: When tread depth reaches the legal minimum (2/32") or worn-down tread wear indicators (bars in the grooves).
Visible Damage: Sidewall cuts, deep punctures, cracks, or bulges compromise structural integrity.
Age: Rubber hardens and degrades over time, usually after 6-10 years, even with good tread.
Poor Performance: Vibrations, noise, or poor handling can signal internal damage or uneven wear.
How to Check:
The Quarter Test: Insert a quarter upside down into a tread groove; if you see the top of Washington's head, it's time to replace.
Tread Wear Indicators (TWI): Flat bars in the tread grooves that become flush with the tread when worn.
When to Replace:
As a Set: Ideally, replace all four to maintain even handling, or at least in pairs (both front or both rear).
Before Extremes: Replacing tires when tread is around 4/32" improves safety in rain or snow.
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