Tires Locally — Buy Used

: Avoid tires with repairs on the sidewall or shoulder. 🔍 How to Inspect a Used Tire

: For $5 at an auto parts store like AutoZone, you can get an exact measurement in 32nds of an inch. buy used tires locally

Visual looks can be deceiving, so use these tactile and data-driven tests: 1. Measure the Tread : Avoid tires with repairs on the sidewall or shoulder

: Run your hand across the tread. If one side is smoother than the other, the tire was likely misaligned and will have a shorter remaining life. 2. Decode the Age (DOT Code) the tire is too worn.

: Insert a penny upside down into the groove. If you can see all of Lincoln's head, the tire is too worn.