Topic: Vehicle mechanics and maintenance · Nº 57 / 539

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Para circular con seguridad, la profundidad mínima del dibujo de los neumáticos debe ser de...

To drive safely, the minimum tyre tread depth must be…

  • A1,6 milímetros.1.6 millimetres.
  • B1,5 milímetros.1.5 millimetres.
  • C1,2 milímetros.1.2 millimetres.
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  • A1,6 milímetros.1.6 millimetres.
Explanation

The main tread grooves of the tyres on cars, light vans and light trailers must be at least 1.6 mm deep (Annex VII of the General Vehicle Regulations). Below that, the tyre clears water poorly and the risk of aquaplaning increases.

The rule · Real Decreto 2822/1998, de 23 de diciembre, Reglamento General de Vehículos (RGV) · anexo VII.2una profundidad en las ranuras principales de la banda de rodadura que, como mínimo, debe ser de 1,6 mmRead the full rule

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