NTDA reveals worrying state of worn tyres
A new study has found that nearly half of all vehicles on UK roads have worn tyres that are either illegal or close to the limit. The National Tyre Distributors […]
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Penalty points for unroadworthy vehicles up 52% in 2024
The number of people penalised for driving unroadworthy vehicles has gone up by 52% in a year, according to the RAC. It analysed data received from the Driver and Vehicle […]
Tesla tyres wear quicker than any other
New analysis by Kwik Fit has found that Tesla tyres wear quicker and require changing more frequently than any other brand. The research found that results vary from region to […]
New data identifies most common cause of UK breakdowns
New data has revealed the most common cause of UK breakdowns, and the day that most breakdowns occur. According to analysis carried out by online car retailer cinch, based on […]
RAC research reveals risky driver cost-cutting measures
RAC research has revealed that 20% of drivers under the age of 40 have skipped MOTs or not replaced worn tyres in order to save money. Among all drivers, 10% […]
Tyre troubles top cause of breakdowns
Nearly half of all breakdowns on motorways and A-roads in the UK over the last three years were caused by tyre issues. This is according to data revealed in a […]
Top tips to avoid tyre blowouts
Drivers have been urged to check their tyres to prevent blowouts this summer, as more than half of Brits risk destroyed wheels every day. Motoring experts at Snooper are warning […]
Drivers urged to tread carefully with wheel safety
Over a third of UK drivers (40%) cannot confidently carry out a tyre tread check according to new research by automotive marketplace eBay. More than half (53%) of 18-34-year-olds don’t […]
IMI warns against MOT extension
The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) has warned that extending the date of the first MOT will significantly increase road user risk. It conducted in-depth analysis of MOT data […]
Government urged to rethink MOT plans
TyreSafe is urging the government to think twice about introducing a change in MOT tests to every two years. The call comes amidst fears of the likely increase in the […]
Drivers urged to tread carefully
The rising cost of living could see motorists rejecting new tyres in favour of cheaper, part-worn tyres described by safety experts as ‘death traps’. Research conducted by the UK’s leading […]
CAM commits to keep tyre industry rolling
CAM has announced that it will continue to invest £1.5m in software innovation and research and development to support the continued development of the tyre industry. After 40 years in […]
