Tyres
Tyres are the only part of a vehicle that separates it from the road, and therefore maintaining them in a safe and legal condition is vital.
In this section dedicated exclusively to tyres, you will find information about the following subjects, amongst others:

- The main types of car tyres available (i.e. summer, all-weather and winter), and how they differ from one another
- The meaning of tyre sidewall markings to help choose the right size and type
- How to check the tread depth of a tyre
- The importance of having correct tyre pressures
- What to look out for when checking the condition of tyres (e.g. bulges and cracks)
- When tyres should be changed
- Buying brand new tyres from a reputable garage
- The storage of tyres
- Tyre accessories available for driving in the snow (e.g. snow chains and socks)

Make Time for Tyres
Ahead of the summer holidays, our latest campaign encourages consumers to ‘Make Time for Tyres’ with a range of downloadable assets for businesses to display on their premises.
Read the press release