How Old Are Your Tires? How to Read the Tire Date Code and Know When to Replace Them
If you have looked at a sidewall and wondered, “how old are my tires?”, the answer is usually printed right on the tire. The last four digits of the DOT tire code show the week and year the tire was manufactured, but age is only one part of the replacement decision. Tread depth, cracks, bulges, […]
Do You Need to Replace One, Two, or All Four Tires? What Drivers Should Know
If you’re trying to decide whether to replace two tires or all four, the right answer depends on the condition of the remaining tires, the vehicle’s drivetrain, tread-depth differences, tire specifications and the reason one tire needs attention. Replacing all four is often the simplest way to keep grip and handling consistent, but there are […]