Too many people ignore their tires. Most enthusiasts know that they are more than just pieces of rubber and are actually one of the most important factors in the ability to control a vehicle. Still, ...

AKRON—Has the widely accepted minimum tread depth of 2/32nds inch—a relic of the bias-ply tire era—outlived its usefulness and should it be increased to improve safety on the nation's highways? That's ...

Has the widely accepted minimum tread depth of 2/32nds inch-a relic of the bias-ply tire era-outlived its usefulness and should it be increased to improve safety on the nation's highways? That's the ...

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 ...

Now that winter has set in, drivers typically start paying more attention to the tread depth on their tires, particularly the ones in the drive positions. Tire dealers always look forward to the first ...