Top Tips For Keeping Your Tyres In a Safe Condition
Tyres are one of the most important features of any vehicle, since they’re the only direct car part between you and the road itself. Not only are worn tyres illegal but leaving them in a bad state could put you and other road users in serious danger.
Luckily, there are a few simple ways that you can keep your tyres in a safe condition. Read on for all you need to know.
Checking your tyres regularly means you can keep an eye on anything that could be damaging them such as nails, screws or glass. You should also look out for changes in the tyre itself including bulges and cracks that could progress into a complete burst. Failure to spot anything other these warning signs could result in an unexpected puncture or severe safety risks especially while driving at fast speeds down the motorway.
According to the law, car tyres must have a minimum tread depth of 1.6mm, any lower than this and your vehicle will not be able to grip the road, especially in wet weather. The average lifespan of a tyre is between three to five years, however, many factors can affect this such as overloading your car, your driver style and having over or under inflated tyres. Once the tread wear indicators (which sit in the tyre grooves) are level with the raised areas, this shows your tyres are approaching their legal limit.
One of the most simple yet effective ways of keeping your tyres in good nick is to be aware of what’s on the road. Accidentally driving over rubble, glass or any other kind of debris could be the one thing that damages your tyres. Of course, sometimes this is unavoidable but being a little more cautious, especially a night could make a big difference.
Here at Acorn Tyres , based in Aylesbury, we offer a range of vehicle services including tyre checks, MOT testing and brake checks. Never let small repairs progress into something much bigger. Get in touch today and find out how we can help.
