Topic: Vehicle mechanics and maintenance · Nº 483 / 539

Los neumáticos en su banda de rodadura lleva unas ranuras.¿qué profundidad mínima tendrán los turismos?
Tyres have grooves in their tread. What minimum depth must they have on cars?
- A1,4 milímetros.1.4 millimetres.
- B1,5 milímetros.1.5 millimetres.
- C1,6 milímetros.1.6 millimetres.
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Correct answer
- C1,6 milímetros.1.6 millimetres.
Explanation
The tread of car tyres must have grooves with a minimum depth of 1.6 millimetres. Below that depth the tyre does not clear water properly, the risk of aquaplaning increases, and the tyre must be changed.
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