Driving with a dirty windscreen? - Start seeing clearly!

There are a number of reasons why it's imperative to operate a clean windscreen; driver and passenger safety is the most obvious one, but did you know you could also receive a hefty fine, penalty points or an insurance claim should you cause an accident!

Not only could this affect the individual driver but the repercussions could have a damaging affect on the business, its reputation and work schedule.

At CPD we think we've found the solution, and are pleased to announce that we have teamed up with Heatshot! Now providing the commercial vehicle market with the only heated fluid windscreen wash system.

Designed to help you see clearly the system provides safe driving 365 days a year no matter what the road and weather conditions are. And with our expertise at CPD we can simply fit the system without the need to modify your existing vehicle wash wipe controls so you can start seeing clearly at the push of a button.

Operating a vehicle with a dirty windscreen can have a negative impact on the driver, some of these common problems include:

• Dazzling, where light reflecting off dirt causes distracting effects.

• The detection of distances between objects on the road, thrown massively out of proportion.

• An increase in fatigue and decrease in driver performance, at a much quicker rate.

Did you know the dangers caused by a dirty windscreen often prove even more debilitating for older drivers with research showing dirty windscreens cause drivers to crash twice as often in a simulator when compared to driving with a clean windscreen.

It is fair to say then that for commercial vehicle owners who use their vehicles on a daily basis, often traveling greater distances; are more likely to be affected by a greater amount of bug, fly and road grime accumulating on the windscreen.

Improve your vehicles efficiency and avoid the "stop, start" scenario whereby the driver has to manually clean the windscreen as a result of an inadequate cold fluid system. - You wouldn't wash your glass wear in cold water at home so why wash your windscreen in it?

Ensure the safe operation of your commercial vehicle and see the difference with Heatshot - to find out how to get this very cost effective solution installed to your commercial vehicle; contact CPD today on 01257 224770

5 Top Tips for a Safer Tyre!

Tyre safety is of paramount importance to the modern customer and one should always consider exactly what it is they have ridding on those tyres, - more often than not something a lot more valuable than just a car.

With disposable income at an all time low it is understandable that many motorists are looking for economical options when it comes to the purchase of their new tyres.

Whilst buying an expensive quality new tyre is one way to improve a vehicles safety it is by no means the only way and it is vital therefore to ensure that whatever tyres you have fitted are well looked after and are performing to their maximum capability.

Much like anything though this is determined by the level of care that is given to them.

As tyre specialists we believe that by following these few simple rules you can get the maximum life out of your tyres.

1) Check your tyre pressure regularly, especially before long car journeys as under inflated tyres can overheat and are more likely to burst!

2) Check the internal and external condition of your tyres on a monthly basis - keeping a close eye out for cuts, lumps and other irregularities.

3) Check you wheel alignment; impact on the road can off set your wheel alignment which can lead to rapid or uneven tyre wear.

4) Check for flat spots after emergency breaking.

5) Check your tread depth - whilst the legal limit is 1.6mm we suggest you start sourcing your new tyres at 3mm.

Should you ever be in doubt about the condition of your tyres it is imperative to contact a tyre specialist immediately - CPD tyres offer free and friendly advice - 01257 224770