Worn tires with thin tread can lead to big headaches on the road. You’re more likely to get a flat tire, lose traction with the road, or hydroplane. Thankfully, knowing when to replace tires is easy to determine with the tire penny test or by reading your tread wear bar. Follow along and we'll show you two simple methods for how to check tire tread depth. Both take less than a minute to do!
Method 1: Use the Tire Penny Test
The easiest method of checking tire tread depth will only cost you a cent!
Instead of a penny, you can also use a quarter. The same concept applies: if you can see the top of Washington’s head, your tire tread has worn past the point of safety.
Regardless of which method you use to check your tire tread depth, be sure to measure all of your tires, not just one! Some tires may have more wear than others.
Method 2: Check the Tread Wear Bar
Turn to the Tire Professionals
Still not sure when to replace tires on your vehicle? Let the knowledgeable technicians at Tires Plus help. From checking your tire tread depth and pressure to helping you choose the right new tires, we can offer expert advice to keep your vehicle riding smoothly—and safely—on the road. It may take longer than a minute to head to your nearest Tires Plus, but your safety is worth it!
