Tire Stopping Distance

…Panic Stopping: How Much Tread Depth Do You Need? (03:42) Category: Tires Tires are usually considered legally worn out when they reach 2/32" of remaining tread depth. Concerned that nearly worn out tires sacrifice too much wet traction, we compared the stopping distances of new tires to those…

…not stop in as short a distance on wet roads. In order to confirm how much wet traction worn tires sacrifice, members of the Tire Rack team measured the stopping distances from 70 mph (the typical speed limit of U.S. Interstate highways) with vehicles equipped with sets of new tires and compared…

…summer and all-season tires, and one set of low rolling resistance (LRR) tires on the Escape. This being my first experience with LRR tires, I was surprised at the results: the LRR tire took significantly longer to come to a complete stop. A few months later as part of Tire Rack's testing program,…

…traction provided by your tires. Anti-lock braking systems help prevent locking your tires and skidding by selectively releasing pressure and pumping the brakes. So while your anti-lock brake system helps maintain steering control and directional stability, your stopping distances may be longer. On…

…of stop and go traffic, towing or the addition of a larger Tire & Wheel Package. Light truck-/SUV-specific products are designed to meet the unique demands put on brakes during towing or carrying heavy loads. For example, brake pads designed specifically for these conditions can reduce stopping…

…of a tire's performance, essential for accident avoidance and occupant safety. The difference in braking distance between new A-rated and G-rated tires could be as much as 30%. For a passenger car travelling at 50 mph (80kph), that can mean up to 85 foot (18m) shorter stopping distance in the…

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…a tire's ability to reduce hydroplaning and increase safety. Ensuring your tires have proper tread depth can greatly reduce your risk of a rear-end collision during wet conditions. As you can see in this video a vehicle with tires worn to 4/32" will take nearly twice the distance to stop during…

…less noticeable and less likely to stick to the wheels. Consequently, wheels and tires maintain a cleaner appearance longer. Ceramic pads meet or exceed all original equipment standards for durability, stopping distance and noise. According to durability tests, ceramic compounds extend brake life…

…Xi3 Bridgestone Blizzak WS70 Ice Testing Our ice test measured each tire's 60' acceleration in seconds and 12-0 mph stopping distance in feet. The WS70 took 4.17 seconds in the acceleration portion and took 31.1 feet to stop. Michelin's X-Ice Xi3 took 3.86 seconds and 32.5 feet. We also…