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In last month\u2019s blog, we discuss several methods of tire\nmaintenance and care. You learned that colder temperatures cause tires to lose\nmore air, thus requiring them to be inflated more frequently in the winter\nseason. It is important to regularly check tire pressure to ensure that your vehicle\nis operating as safely and efficiently as possible. Furthermore, it is important that your tires have sufficient tread in order to maintain proper traction and maneuverability on the road. Not sure what good tire tread looks like? Just implement the age-old tire treat penny test! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Continue reading to learn how to use a penny to determine the condition of your tire\u2019s tread.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Tire Tread Inspections<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

You can surely find a penny anywhere. If not in your home,\ncertainly in your cup holder, glove box, pocket or purse, or even on the\nstreet! What we mean to convey is, pennies are not hard to come by, making them\nthe perfect and most convenient automotive tool you can have on hand. So how can\na penny give you vital information about the quality and condition of your tires?\nThe answer has to do with the size of a penny. But before you can understand this,\nyou must first learn how to implement the tire tread penny test.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tire Tread Penny Test:<\/font><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Vertically insert a penny in between two grooves of your\ntire so that the penny\u2019s face is looking straight ahead. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inspect Lincoln\u2019s head position. If you can see Lincoln\u2019s\nface, your tread is low, and you likely need new tires. If you cannot see the\nPresident\u2019s head, your tire tread is still in good condition. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Consequences of Low Tire Tread<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

If you discover that your tire tread is low, it is wise to\nstart thinking about tire replacement. Otherwise, you can be putting yourself\nand the mechanical operations of your vehicle, at risk. Not only do low tread\ntires have little traction on the road, they also cause slow or unpredictable\nbraking operations. In wet conditions, low tire tread can cause your vehicle to\nspin out of control, or veer off the road. Furthermore, low tread causes\nreduced fuel efficiency, costing you more money in gasoline. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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