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Tips To Tyre Safety by nancypatrick: 2:05pm On Nov 07, 2016
Safety First
We recommend that you should check the condition of your tyres regularly - at least once a fortnight.
Why should you check your tyres?
Did you know that you are not insured when driving on illegal tyres? If you are involved in an accident and it turns out that you have been driving around on tyres with a tread depth lower than 1.6mm you could find yourself forking out a lot of money on repairs and fines.
Worn tyres significantly impede the performance of your car - low tread depths reduce the effectiveness of braking, steering, and acceleration, all of which are vital in staying safe. What are a few minutes put aside now to check your tyres, when you compare it to your own safety and that of your family?
What Should I Check?

1.Check overall condition of tyres, including inner and outer sidewalls.
2.Check tyre tread depth.
3.Check all tyre pressures.
4.Check signs of irregular wear.
5.Check and examine the spare tyre.
Please contact motomarknig.com or call us on 08056464658 if you require any advice on tyre safety.
Tyre Pressures
A tyre does not have to look flat to be under inflated. To be safe you should check the pressure at least once a fortnight. If you are unsure as to what the correct pressure is for your vehicle, have a look in the Vehicle Manual.
•Always remember that tyre pressure should only be tested when your tyres are cold - a good guideline is to leave them for an hour after driving so that they can cool down.
•If you drive around on under or over inflated tyres, your vehicle's handling will be seriously affected – in most cases the vehicle will become unstable.
•The wrong tyre pressure also increases tyre wear, significantly shortening its lifespan and increasing the chances of the tyre failing whilst driving.
Wheel Alignment
If your tyre is evenly worn across the surface, then this could be a sign of over/under inflation. However, if it is only worn on one edge it is likely to be the result of poor wheel alignment. If this is the case you need to have a professional garage check your tracking.
If you need a service, have a look at the car servicing section of motomarknig.com to book your car in for a service today.
Wheel Balancing
An unbalanced wheel can cause dangerous mechanical damage. All motomarknig.com tyres&wheels centre will balance your wheel as a matter of course after replacing your tyre.
Tread Depth
The current legal limit for car tread depth is 1.6mm (across 75% of the tyre). However, the deeper the tread the more grip you will have when driving. Motomarknig.com advises that you replace your tyres when the tread is less than 3mm.
Spare Tyre
Even if you never use your spare it is still vital that you check that it is in good condition. Check the pressure and the tyre tread periodically.
It is better to discover any problems in a safe and comfortable environment, i.e. at home, than by the roadside.

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