Use a Penny to Test Your Tires | Madison Tires

Madison Auto Care's seven NAPA service centers will repair or replace your tires when they need it.

You decided to stick around Madison this Labor Day weekend to sample some of the local events. And now you’re very glad you decided to stick around rather than travel because you’re not quite sure your tires were ready for the road.

Your concern was sparked when you were returning from the Taste of Madison and noticed your tread seems low. Or does it? You’re really not sure.

You’re not the only driver who can be unsure when your tread is too worn or if it can go for another few hundred miles. That’s why many drivers use the penny test to help decide whether to replace your tires now or wait a bit. Drivinvibin.com explains: “You can check your tire tread using a penny. Take the penny and place President Lincoln’s head upside down into the tread groove. If you can see Honest Abe’s head, get to a tire shop immediately.

“However, if his head is covered, you have more than 2/32 of an inch and are good for now. Just be sure you continue to check your tread regularly.”

Of course, you can save your penny and head to one of Madison Auto Care's seven conveniently located NAPA service centers to have the trusted Miadison tire technicians measure your tread using their instruments. If you need tires, then you’re already at a reliable tire store that carries all brands, sizes and style of tire to fit any vehicle or driving need - Clausen Auto, Handel Auto, Genin’s Auto, Capitol Tire, Odana Tire, Hansen’s Auto, or Aeschbach Auto.

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