In wet and wintry weather, all-season tires begin losing traction long before they appear worn-out, according to Consumer Reports’ testing. Tread depth is essential to disperse rainwater and slush and ...

Before the rubber hits the road, you need to make sure your tires are safe. This easy, at-home tire tread test will ensure yours are up to speed. Years ago, I was on my way to work on a dark, snowy ...

Tires can lose their footing long before they're worn out. Our tests show that tread can give up a significant amount of grip when it's still at the halfway point. That's particularly worrisome when ...