Drive Sense: Would a Tire DOT-Date Photo Make a Used-Car Listing More Useful?
A readable tire DOT date code photo in a used-car listing adds quick transparency about tire age and helps buyers anticipate inspection needs and replacement costs.
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A readable tire DOT date code photo in a used-car listing adds quick transparency about tire age and helps buyers anticipate inspection needs and replacement costs.
Learn how to find and read the four-digit DOT tire date code on a used car or truck, what it reveals about tire age, what it cannot tell you about condition, and when to get help from a tire professional.