We know gas cars are bad for the environment. EVs are cleaner, but all cars have tires — and tire pollution is a source of ...

Tire wear patterns reveal far more than tread life, offering early insight into suspension issues, loading problems and ...

The amount of tread on a tire is critical in determining how well it will vacate water to maintain contact with the road in the rain. If your tires wear out quickly, your safety may be at risk. Our ...

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - When it comes time to buy tires, tread life is an important consideration. Manufacturers claim anywhere from 30,000 to 100,000 miles. Consumer Reports tested the tread life of 47 ...

With many more people hitting the road to shop and visit family and friends -- a Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA) survey shows that very few drivers are checking the safety of their tires.

Most people probably don’t remember the last time they checked the tread on their tires, if they’ve even done it at all. The common method involves holding a penny or a quarter in the groove and ...

Maximizing tread life is all about the contact patch — literally where the rubber meets the road. Pavement is abrasive by design. That’s how you get friction between the tire and the road surface — in ...

A flat tire ruins plans. The wrong “fix” ruins a tire. Those spray sealant cans feel like a miracle in the moment, but ...

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Temperatures tend to fluctuate greatly in Ohio in early October. Not only do Ohioans feel those big degree swings, but their tires do, too. Experts stress that keeping commutes safe ...

Tire pressure, tread pattern and depth, and the size and weight of your tires will all affect your gas mileage. Bigger tires ...