The string of letters and numbers wrapped around your tire sidewall is not decoration. It is a compact spec sheet that tells ...

A tire can have deep tread and still be a risk if it’s old. This quick DOT date-code check tells you the truth in seconds Tire age matters more than appearance; check the DOT date code for safety.

The numbers and letters on a car tire may seem confusing, but they're actually relatively simple once you understand them. Here's what they mean.

You can buy tires that look fresh and still set you up for a bad day. Rubber ages. Winter is when you find out fast, because cold roads punish weak tires. If you buy “new-ish” tires online, or you ...