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CAR TYRES IN ROTHERHAM
If you want your car to run smoothly, it’s important to take care of your tyres. This means carrying out regular checks on them and making sure they’re in good condition before a journey. Regular maintenance on your tyres could save you trouble further down the line. For example, driving on under or overinflated tyres could lead to problems with your braking, tracking, fuel efficiency and suspension.
Given how important your tyres are to your car’s safety, the law is quite strict as to how they should be maintained:
• Ensure that the tyres are the right type and size for your car.
• All tyres should have a minimum tread depth of 1.6mm.
• All tyres should be inflated to their recommended tyre pressures.
If your tyres are found to be illegal, you could be hit with a fine of £2,500 per tyre and get three points on your licence. If the offence is extreme, you could even be disqualified from driving.
POPULAR QUESTIONS
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Why is correct tyre pressure important?
To stay safe on the road your car needs to have the correct tyre pressure. If the tyres are under or over-inflated then handling and grip will worsen, potentially causing irregular or unpredictable car behaviour. Tyres with insufficient air are also more likely to suffer from a blowout and will suffer premature wear on the outside edges of the tyre. The wheel rim and tyre will be more susceptible to impact damage.
Over-inflation results in a less comfortable ride, a reduced area of contact with the road giving less grip in the day and accelerated wear on the tread centre.
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What should I do when checking my tyres?
Tread depths should be checked to ensure they meet the legal minimum regulations. Pressures should be checked in line with the vehicle manufacturers’ recommended settings. Take care to increase the pressure if the vehicle is heavily loaded as shown in the car makers recommendations. The tyres should also be given a thorough visual inspection to look for any cuts, lumps or bulges. Also look for any objects embedded in the tread which should be removed.
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Where can I find the correct pressure for my tyres?
The vehicle manufacturers’ handbook contains this information, as well as it being available inside the fuel filler cap or driver’s door sill. Many tyre retailers will also be able to provide this information. Alternatively, car drivers can obtain the correct tyre pressure for their car by visiting the tyre pressure checker on TyreSafe’s website and entering their vehicle’s registration details.
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