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Drivers warned of worn tyres risk. Read more here: http://t.co/bzVuEzWsX0 http://t.co/pacRVLxVUS

This article is yet another reminder from the British motoring organisation, the AA.

It states that motorists here in the UK should take more care of their tyres, than they perhaps do.

Tyres are treated the same as extras

Maintaining Your Tyres:

Why It’s Necessary to Have Regular Inspections
Hi everyone!

Your tyres need some TLC if you’ve ever found yourself driving down the M62 motorway and suddenly felt an uncomfortable wobble from underneath. It’s important to keep you safe when driving, not merely to avoid the annoyance of a flat tyre. Let me discuss why it is imperative that you give your tyres a routine inspection and maintenance.

  1. The Value of Foot Depth
    Let’s start by discussing tread. This is more than just a tyre design—it’s your go-to friend for maintaining traction on the road, particularly in inclement weather.
  2. In the UK, the legal tread depth is 1.6 mm, but let’s not wait to skate on the edge of the law, shall we? It’s time to start looking for new tyres if you can see the border around the edge of a 20-p coin when you insert it into the tyre’s grooves. Improved grip results from deeper tread, and safer excursions to the east coast are especially important when it’s icy or rainy outside.
  3. Keep an eye out for lumps and bumps
    Have you ever observed any strange lumps or bumps on your tyre, similar to what’s appeared on pie crusts ? These could indicate interior damage that could result in a blowout; they are not merely cosmetic problems. This may occur if your tyre has struck a curb or a very large pothole. Frequent inspections can identify these lumps early on, sparing you from having to deal with a true nightmare!
  4. Slices and Damage to the Sidewall
    Numerous objects, such as sharp stones, shattered glass, and road debris, can cut and damage tyres. Furthermore, the sidewalls may also be impacted in addition to the tread region. Despite their seemingly innocuous appearance, these can eventually erode your tyres. Make it a practice to check your tyres for cuts or damage; it’s a simple task but may have a big impact.
  5. The Effect on Fuel Economy
    It’s true that poorly maintained tyres can burn through fuel more quickly. Yes, that is accurate. Tyres that are old or improperly inflated increase moving resistance, or the energy your car needs to keep moving. Thus, maintaining your tyres not only keeps you safer but also, and this is always a plus, maintains a little extra cash in your pocket!
  6. Actions You Can Take
    Make it a habit to check your tyres every two weeks or so. Examine your tyres for wear and tear, make sure your tread depth is even, and check your tyre pressure (you can typically find the recommended PSI in your car’s handbook or on a label inside the driver’s door). It’s quick and will help you feel more at ease.

And never forget to visit your neighbourhood garage (Pellon Tyres in Halifax, UK) if you have any questions concerning the condition of your tyres or whether it’s time for a replacement. We would be more than delighted to assist or provide guidance.

In addition to ensuring your safety, monitoring your tyres can ultimately save you some money. Thus, let’s not cut corners when it comes to tyre checks—both your car and your pocketbook will appreciate it.

From Eric Roberts: Happy travels to all of you! And be sure to check those tyres!

These cracks will widen and become very dangerous.

The cracks are usually a sign of other underlying problems, such as an illegal repair, inside the tyre. These are very often found in part worn tyres, which are illegally sold to cash-strapped  motorists who are unaware of the hidden horrors inside of these tyres.

One of the main reasons for removing a tyre that has still got some tread left,is because the tyre may have developed a “bubble” or “egg” somewhere on the tyre tread area or side wall. Most times the egg only develops when the tyre is in an inflated state. When the air is let out of the tyre the egg very often goes down and is not visible.

worn tyres
This tyre was a car tyre fitted with a bubble on the tread without the owner knowing anything about it?
Worn Tyres

This then looks like a perfectly good tyre, but to all intents and purposes, it is indeed a dangerous tyre that, when re-fitted, could blow out. I have seen many cases of this here at Pellon Tyres in Halifax. The worst case can be seen in this attached image.

These tyres somehow

may find there way into the hands of illegal worn tyre dealers and be sold to an unwitting customer who thinks that they have a bargain buy, but may in fact be sitting on a disaster waiting to happen.

Pellon Tyres is now a member or tyresafe.org

Eric Roberts

http://www.pellonautocentre.com/defective-tyres/

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Eric
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