What is the legal minimum tread depth of the contact band on a passenger car?
En español: ¿Cuál es la profundidad mínima legal del dibujo de la banda de rodadura en un turismo?
A
0.8 mm
B
1.6 mm
Correct answer
C
3 mm
D
5 mm
Why this is the correct answer
The tread of a passenger car must have grooves at least 1.6 mm deep. Below that limit the tyre is illegal and loses grip, especially in the wet.
Topic:
Traction, Tyres and Brakes