Make sure your car is ready for the snow and ice this winter. The first thing you want to check is your tires. When the tread is worn below 2/32 of an inch, it’s time to replace your tires. A quick ...

Low tire tread depth can be a safety issue. When the road is wet, low tread depth can cause the tire to hydroplane, or skim across the surface of the water, which can make you lose control. You also ...

Editor’s note: This article was last updated on Oct. 15, 2023. It has been reviewed by Cars.com Senior News Editor Jennifer Harrington and is still accurate. Although it’s often overlooked, checking ...

Maintaining proper air pressure in your tires is key to prolonging their life, ensuring a safe ride and preserving fuel economy. With assistance from Josh Chalofsky, Chief Operating Officer and ...

A tire check should be part of your regular car maintenance routine because it can improve your safety and even boost your car’s fuel economy. And in the long run, it may save both time and money. To ...

Every vehicle owner might be quick to admit that the list of things you should do to properly care for a car, truck, or SUV can, at times, seem overwhelming. But most might also agree that the peace ...

Improperly inflated tires, whether too much or too little, can lead to serious safety hazards, including sudden blowouts, poor steering, and difficulties in controlling your vehicle. Checking tire ...

Checking a tire’s tread depth is so easy that you could literally do it every single time you get into your car without really altering your life or disturbing any of your plans. With only a quarter, ...

As far as routine auto maintenance goes, it's common knowledge that changing your oil, rotating your tires, and replacing filters can not only lengthen the life of your engine but also help increase ...