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