4 Useful Tyre Tips for Your Safety On the road

I’m not gonna lie, I am pretty dire at making sure I keep in touch with my car and how it’s doing in terms of safety. Of course, I will always get it taxed and MOT’d a month early just in case, but when it comes to making more regular checks on it, it’s easy to neglect. In fact, it is hard enough keeping it clean sometimes! All in all, it is a common misconception that in order to be safe on the road, all you need to do is pay attention to factors like checking the engine or making sure that the car has enough fuel. The reality is, these are just secondary factors and the real essence of a car’s performance is determined in terms of the quality and condition of tyres you are driving with. Let’s say you are planning a getaway to Yorkshire for the weekend – or perhaps if you’re feeling really fancy, a trip across the channel to France! – and your tyres are suddenly flat, not just it will leave you stressed out but your entire mood will be ruined. But if you are aware of some precautionary checks, this situation might not even arise. Our easy to follow tips will save the day!

Good driving habits always pay off

For starters, you should try to maintain a driving regime which is not very volatile or harsh on your car. This entails excessive braking or an overall neglect to your vehicle’s health. Your every day habits and a careful approach will help you be safe on the road and ultimately decrease the depreciation effect on your tyres.

Are your wheels aligned properly?

While this might sound pretty basic, not many people understand the importance of professional tyre alignment. No matter how good your tyres are if there is an alignment fault, you will not be able to drive smoothly. Always get any adjustments done to the alignment so you diffuse the risk of having an out-of-control vehicle.

How damaged are your tyres?

Yes you can visually inspect your tyres at home but the only sure way is to get them checked by a technician at a local garage. Things you can look from home are: check the tyre surface, make sure the pressure is right and notice any visible signs of tear. For local areas – whether Manchester or Wakefield (in Yorkshire) it is always recommended to choose a right tyre fitter. If we talk especially about Wakefield, there are many brands operating in the region but for buying new tyres in Wakefield you can consult with Ossett Tyre House (01924271081) – their customer ratings are high.

Is your tread really enough?

Tyre tread depth has to be according to the set standards, otherwise, you will be in trouble. You should always follow the legal limit and if there is any deviation from that, it is better to get this issue sorted and book an appointment as soon as possible!