tire tread
Wheel's gripping surface
Tire tread is the patterned rubber surface of a tire that contacts the road.
The grooves and channels in the tread disperse water and provide grip.
Worn tread reduces traction and is dangerous—and illegal below minimum depth in most places.
The mechanic said my tire tread was too worn to pass inspection.
- tractionAdhesive friction enabling movement
- natural rubberElastic polymer from plants
- skiddingUncontrolled sliding motion
- aquaplaningSkidding on wet pavement
- frictionResistance between touching surfaces
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