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Default OT cars; tread depth

On 5/8/2017 4:16 AM, Micky wrote:
As I said before, my rental has more tread than the wear bars, but not
too much more.

But... If it never snows and it never rains does it matter how much
tread the tires have?

Don't race cars use slicks, for better traction?


The width of the tire and solid rubber make for great traction on race
cars because the entire tire is in contact with the pavement. Therefore,
I would think the same for regular cars if the hypothetical of never
raining or snowing were to exist. Though, one couldn't simple rely on a
bald tire due to the reduced thickness. The tire would heat up and
eventually blow. It would require added layers.