To check tyre tread properly, use the 20p coin test (or a penny if you’re in the US): insert the coin into the main tread ...

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The technique of taking proper tread depth measurements is usually one that is never taught. In preparation for performing their service duties on a fleet's tires, technicians are normally handed a $2 ...

It used to be that just a simple tread depth gauge or a coin was used to measure the remaining rubber on tires, but now there is new technology to give retailers a much more precise look at treadwear.

Tyres are the only physical point of contact between your car and the road, so ensuring they are in good condition and with plenty of tread can help maximise their performance, handling ...

Easy-to-read scales are crucial on tread depth gauges – you need to see the legal limit and markings clearly. Good instructions help. We measured two tyres, rating accuracy against an MoT-standard ...