Car Servicing & Repair, MOTS, Tyres and Motoring News and Reviews
Tyre defects account for 27% of all MoT failures, including 5% of failures for car’s taking their first MoT. There are clear signs that UK motorists just don’t bother checking the tyres and wait for them to fail an MoT before replacing them.
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Scotland is to lower its drink drive limit to 50mg per 100ml of blood, in a welcome move to increase road safety. Meanwhile, TyreSafe is urging Trading Standards units across the UK to crack down on the many part worn tyre dealers who are selling tyres that are illegal.
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Part worn tyres are a growing menace on our roads. A recent survey found that up to 98% could be illegal when sold in the UK – with one-third having dangerous defects or damage.
Read moreEven if you don’t plan to fit winter tyres this winter, make sure your current tyres are as safe and effective as possible with these 7 tyre safety checks.
Read moreStill wondering whether to switch to winter tyres or all-season (M+S) tyres this winter? This new video from Tyresafe might help you decide.
Read moreDriving with worn-out tyres is dangerous and illegal. More than 4,300 people were prosecuted for illegal tyres in 2008 alone. Find out to check your tyres here.
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