Castro Valley Tire Service

Tire Tread Depth At Adams Tireworx in Castro Valley, we often get asked about tire tread depth. It’s actually fairly easy to measure it yourself.  Tire tread depth is measured in 32nds of an inch. The typical new tire has a tread depth of 10/32nd or 11/32nd of an inch (winter tires and light truck tires are typically deeper).   As the tire wears down, the tread depth diminishes. At 2/32nd tread depth, a tire is considered legally worn out in most US states.  At our Castro Valley tire shop we use a special tool to measure tire depth. But at home, there is an easy way to tell - take a penny, and stick it, Lincoln’s head down, in the groove of the tire. If you can see Lincoln’s entire head – the tire is worn down to 2/32nd of an inch. It is time to drive to your trusted tire store and get it replaced.  Naturally, we suggest you visit Adams Tireworx – we are a full-service tire store and have the best tire selecti ... read more

The Falken Wildpeak AT3W is one of the best value for your buck tire. Tier One Quality at a Tier 2 Price. This All-Terrain Tire is a great value minded tire with the on and off road enthusiasts. The Wildpeak AT3W comes with a 55,000 mile warranty and is snow peaked rated. Handles well in the mud, snow, rocky terrains but also lasts well on the highway. The Wildpeak AT3Ws is one of the most sought out tire and sold in the market today. Adams Tireworx recommends this tire for those who want an aggressive look, handles great on the highway and off road, and "maximizes your Transportation Dollar!" The Wildpeak AT3Ws does offer a Road Hazard Protection Plan with the purchase of the tires. The tires are incredibly quiet and smooth.  Trevor, our General Manager, was able to test these tires in the Las Angeles mountains and boy o boy, these tires handle. On the new 2018 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, the tires had no problem rock crawling, getting through the mud, and drove w ... read more