1. Tread depth
Every tire has small rubber bars, called wear indicators, moulded into the bottom of the grooves at 1.6 mm. When the tread is level with them, the tire is finished. Grip on wet roads drops well before that, so many drivers replace at around 3 mm, especially before winter rain.
2. Age
Rubber hardens with age and heat, even on a tire that is rarely driven. Check the four-digit DOT date code on the sidewall: replace tires that are more than five to six years old, and have any tire older than that inspected even if the tread looks good.
3. Damage
- Bulges or bubbles on the sidewall — replace immediately
- Cracks in the sidewall or between tread blocks
- Cuts deep enough to show cords
- Uneven wear on one edge, which also points to an alignment problem
Free check at any branch
Every Abu Al-Ragheb Tires branch checks tread depth and the DOT date code for free. Drive in, or send clear photos of the tread and sidewall on WhatsApp.
Common questions
How long do tires last in Jordan?
It depends on the tire, the car and the driving. Heat, rough roads and hard braking shorten life, so check tread every month.
Should I replace all four at once?
Ideally yes. If you replace two, put the new pair on the rear axle.