Is it illegal to have different Tyres on the same axle?
No. Mixing different tread patterns across the same axle is not allowed. The identical tyre model and tread pattern must be fitted for a single axle. That said, tyre experts – including Protyre, Continental, and TyreSafe – strongly recommend that you fit the same tyres on all wheel positions of your vehicle.
Is it OK to mix tires with different tread depths?
It may also be possible to mix tires with different load indexes and speed ratings if the load index and speed symbols are higher than the minimum threshold recommended by the vehicle manufacturer (extra load vs. standard load). In these instances, fit the higher-rated tires to the rear axle. Mixing tires with different tread depths
Can you put two different tires on the rear axle?
In these instances, fit the higher-rated tires to the rear axle. If you are replacing only two tires on your vehicle, the new tires will probably have a deeper tread depth than the older tires. Mixing different tread depths is generally permissible. The tire industry recommends fitting the new tires onto the rear axle.
Is it safe to drive four separate tires?
The real answer is yes and no. It’s perfectly safe to drive four completely separate tires as long as tires on the same axle are the same size. It’s probably a good idea to get tires with the same tread life so that they wear evenly.
What should I use to measure the tread depth of my tires?
If you don’t have a tread depth gauge handy, some U.S. coins can be used to approximate wear on tires in the critical last 32nds of an inch of their remaining tread depth. A penny or a quarter can work, depending on how conservative you want to be or if you frequently drive in rainy or snowy roads.
What’s the difference in tread depth between two tires?
As an example of different tire diameters resulting from tires worn to different tread depths, we’ll compare two 225/45R17-sized tires, a new tire with its original tread depth of 10/32-inch and a second tire worn to 8/32-inch of remaining tread depth.
Is it OK to mix different tire treads?
Primarily, you should avoid mixing different tire brands and different tread patterns. There are rare exceptions for approved mixed-tire fittings, but in general, manufacturers do not recommend tire mixing at all.
In these instances, fit the higher-rated tires to the rear axle. If you are replacing only two tires on your vehicle, the new tires will probably have a deeper tread depth than the older tires. Mixing different tread depths is generally permissible. The tire industry recommends fitting the new tires onto the rear axle.
What does it mean when all wheel drive tires are the same?
“Using “matched” tires means all four tires are the same brand, design and tread depth. Mixing tire brands, tread designs and tread depths may cause components in the vehicle’s driveline to fail.” This necessitates that four-wheel drive and all-wheel drive vehicles use tires that are very closely matched.