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How thick are car tires?
Kind of a weird question, but I'm doing an art project and I'm thinking about using old car tires. How thick are they, specifically the treads? I want to make sure they'll work before I haul them all the way to my house.
Liz Jenson · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
What a cool way to recycle tires! Tire thickness will depend on how old the tires are and the brand you get.
Generally, new car tires will have a 10/32-inch or 11/32-inch tread depth. Some trucks and SUVs may have deeper treads, and winter tires are typically thicker than average, too.
However, the U.S. Department of Transportation recommends that people replace their tires when the treads reach 2/32 inch, so any used tires you find will likely be thinner.
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