What is considered a good used tire?
Tires in good condition should have a minimum of 6/32” to be useful, or 4/32” if the tire is 13-14”. The average legal minimum tire tread depth is 2/32”, but driving becomes unsafe with such a tread. Besides, most dealerships require at least 4/32” tread to trade-in a car without prior a tire change. Tire Tread Tires are not safe and should be replaced when the tread is worn down to 2/32 of an inch. Check your tire’s tread at least once a month when you’re checking their pressure. Tires have built-in treadwear indicators, which are raised sections that run in between the tire’s tread.
What brand of tires are the best?
Bridgestone, Continental, Michelin, and Pirelli are considered premium quality tire manufacturers nearly worldwide. All four offer the best quality tire models across their product lines. Bridgestone excels in providing reliable traction on snowy surfaces and focuses on quality, while Michelin offers superior handling and all-weather capabilities. Both companies have a strong commitment to customer satisfaction, making them both excellent choices for your vehicle.
Should all 4 tires be replaced together?
For a FWD or RWD vehicle, the recommendation is to replace the impacted tire as well as the other tire on the same axle. So, if your left rear tire is flat, both rear tires are replaced. Likewise, if the front right tire fails, both front tires are replaced. The old myth is that your new tires should go on the front, but in recent times, that has been proven to be unsafe for your vehicle. When replacing only 2 tires, your new tires should always go on the rear axle!