February 16th, 2024 by WCBC Radio

President’s Day means a long weekend for some, and that means some extra time to check your tires.  AAA Mid-Atlantic is reminding drivers that worn tires can increase stopping distance by 43% – that’s an additional 87 feet on wet roads, compared to new tires. Since it’s President’s Day, let George Washington help you. Slip an upside-down quarter between tire grooves – if you can see all of George’s head, it’s time to shop for new tires.