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Date: 05/07/2008
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TYRE CHECK


The importance of tyres cannot be overstressed they provide the car with road contact have a major effect on the road holding, braking, steering and acceleration. Correctly looked after they will last longer and improve fuel consumption and help to keep you safe

To check what the correct pressures for your car click here...
For an excellent overall guide to tyre maintenance click here...

To explain the legal requirements for tyres in the UK and the precautions you should take to ensure that the tyres on your vehicle are safe click here.. The penalties for offences related to the use of faulty tyres on vehicles are very severe.

In the case of any vehicle, except goods vehicles and vehicles adapted to carry more than eight passengers, for every offence there is a fine at level 4 of the standard scale with discretionary disqualification and compulsory driving licence endorsement with 3 penalty points.

Level 4 is currently £2500 and each faulty tyre is considered as a separate offence. Two faulty tyres equals £5000

To help car owners who have difficulty putting air into their tyres and there are some who never do until their tyres are almost flat click here...

Checking tyre pressures at least once a month or every 3000 miles is recommended by major car manufacturers

For Tyre FAQ's Click here...

Tyre Anatomy
Find out about the types, markings, structure and tread design of tyres...

Tyre Safety
Follow the five rules for safer tyre use....

Inflation Pressure

Inspect Your Tires Regularly

Good Driving Habits

Vehicle Conditions Affecting Tires

The Sidewall Story

Replacement tyre Selection

Cold-Weather Driving

Service Assistance

Storage Tips

TISC Home Page


 
Tyre Structure Speed Ratings
Tyre Tread Design Tyre Choice by Season
Tyre Sidewall Markings Tyre maintainance
Tyre Size Markings Tyre Catagory
Aspect Ratio Tyre Safety


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