Guide To Understanding Tyre Tread Wear
Tyre tread depth is one of the simplest ways to determine if your tyres need to be replaced. Although it can be challenging to measure, the minimum permissible tread depth in the UK is 1.6 mm. To make it easier to determine wear and tear, manufacturers like Goodyear Tyres have incorporated a tyre tread wear indicator (TWI) into the grooves of their products. It is time to replace the tyre when the tread reaches the TWI level of wear. Uneven tyre wear It is crucial to keep in mind that not all tyre tread wear is equal, or spread evenly across all of your car’s tyres, though. Uneven wear is common and can happen from any of the reasons from aggressive driving style to poor road condition to a mechanical issue with the car, such as a warped wheel or an issue with the suspension. So you should always examine all four of your tyres when doing a tyre tread wear inspection. Here are a few other types of tyre wear that you should keep in mind. 1. Quick wear Despite being ma...