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Correct Tyre Pressure and Regular Tread Wear Checks

Keeping a regular check on your tyres is essential, as changes to your tyres wear and pressures can occur rapidly and go overlooked until it is too late. Tread can wear unevenly on the inside of the tyre making it difficult to spot unless you are able to view underneath your vehicle. Incorrect tyre pressure can impair tyre performance and the safety of your vehicle, in turn limiting the life of your tyres. In addition, tyre mixing, tyre cuts, bulges, illegal tread depth, lumps, tears and ply or cord expose are all issues that are not only driving offences but also significantly increase the chances of having an accident. Everyday tyres blow and if this happens whilst driving at speed the consequences can be serious. 1.6mm depth in a continuous band throughout the central ¾ of the tread is the legal limit for all cars, light trailers and caravans. For every one tyre offence there is a maximum fine of £2,500 with discretionary disqualification and a compulsory driving license endorsement of three penalty points.

ROSPA provides additional information. So don’t get caught out, call your independent Vauxhall Garage today who will offer advice and an all round check free of charge.