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)
Click on the images below to navigate to the following pages:
Have the right atyre (tips on tyre maintenance for car journeys on holiday and all year round)
An overview to winter tyres
