Tyres Pontypool
Tyre Maintenance – Tyres in Pontypool Discussed by Autocentres
What are the risks of not maintaining and looking after your tyres? Well, research from Highways England in 2016 analysed 1,035 tyre fragments over an 18-month period from the M1, M5, M6, M40 and M42. From the findings, 56% of the tyres failed from debris penetration, 18% failed because of incorrect inflation, 8% failed from poor maintenance, 1% failed from overheating with another 1% failing from manufacturing defects. 16% of failures could not be classified during the testing. This shows that poor vehicle maintenance suggested that 26% of tyre failures from the sample were due to avoidable issues. This means it’s highly important to keep your tyres in a safe condition and to always replace tyres when they become damaged. At Autocentres, we have offered tyres and free checks in Pontypool for many years. We have a wealth of experience when it comes to all things tyre related and we can help you find the perfect tyres for your vehicle. In this article, we will discuss the findings of Highways England in more detail and why you need to make sure that your tyres are in top condition. If you are looking for tyres in Pontypool or tyres ‘near me’ in Pontypool then enquire with Autocentres today or telephone our team now on: 01495 239 953.
What Can We Learn From the Tyres Survey?
Poor maintenance was credited as accounting for 26% of failures with a proportion of failures due to debris also being avoidable. These would come in the form of issues such as a slow deflation by puncture which leads to full tyre failure. It’s not just the risk of tyre failure that’s the issue, 32 fatalities were caused in 2016 in England. Although we do not have a study for Welsh figures, this study shows the dangers of driving with tyres that are not maintained properly. With a collective mindset in improving tyre maintenance, it may even be possible to reduce tyre failures on the road and to reduce accidents as a result. Carrying out regular checks of your tyres by taking them to a tyre specialist like Autocentres is paramount as a number of checks can be carried out that you may miss by carrying out a check yourself. If you are ever unsure about the condition of your tyres then it is always best to have them looked at by a qualified professional at Autocentres.
Why Should I Book a Tyre Check?
Booking a free tyre check at Autocentres helps to ensure your tyres are road safe and that you are not at risk. One of the main reasons as to why it’s important to book a free tyre check is safety. Tyres that are in good condition are very important as a burst tyre at speed can lead to an accident. Keeping your tyres in good condition helpt to keep your passengers, you and other road users. Two possible causes of tyre problems is overloading your vehicle or having the wrong tyre pressure. Make sure that you check your loading recommendations for tyre pressure (which is usually found near your fuel cap or on the inside of your door.) Watch how fast you are going on the roads and ensure that your tyre pressure is checked regularly. For long journeys and journeys where you are carrying excessive loads, it’s highly recommended to check your tyre pressure at the start of your journey. Also take into consideration that your tyres will need to be filled to different pressures depending on whether they are hot or cold. This is also indicated by your vehicle manufacturer. If you have doubts about the condition of your tyres or you haven’t had them looked at in a while then it’s best that you book a free tyre check with Autocentres. We can also offer you advice on the tyres that we have available and which tyres may be suitable for your requirements on the road.
Book Your Tyre Check in Pontypool With Autocentres Today
Don’t leave your tyres at risk, have a check carried out if you are unsure! Our team of tyre technicians at Autocentres are readily available to carry out a free tyre check and we can make recommendations for replacement tyres and offer you a quotation should you need new tyres. Maintaining your tyres is highly important but understandably it can be quite difficult to detect all of the issues with your tyres yourself. It is also important to check tyre pressure when going on long journeys or when going on a trip bearing large loads. If you wish to organise your free tyre check in Pontypool or you wish to purchase Nexen tyres in Pontypool (we also supply other Tyre Brands) then ensure that you contact our team today using a contact form on our website or telephone our team directly now on: 01495 239 953. We also have 3 other Tyre garages in Cwmbran (01633 872001), Pontypool (01495 23953) and Pontymister (01633 614600).