Why Tire Safety Depends on Age, Not Just Tread Depth

It is a common habit: we walk around the car, check the tread depth with a coin, and if the rubber looks deep enough, we assume the tires are safe. But this "tread-first" mentality is a dangerous oversimplification. Tires are not just pieces of molded rubber; they are complex chemical compounds designed to flex, grip, and dissipate heat.

Even if your tires have the deep, aggressive tread of a brand-new set, they can be a lethal liability if they have aged beyond their prime. Here is why time, not just distance, is the true enemy of your tires.