With the cost-of-living disaster displaying no indicators of ending any time quickly, TyreSafe is urging drivers and riders to not compromise on their security.

TyreSafe’s ‘Secure and Save’ marketing campaign for Tyre Security Month this October will assist drivers and riders to know how they will save by taking care of their tyres, and highlights the checks which can assist them keep protected whereas saving.

‘Secure and Save’ goals to coach and empower drivers to prioritise tyre security, lower your expenses, and cut back dangers related to faulty tyres. 

TyreSafe estimates UK motorists waste an common of £1 billion annually on gasoline on account of driving on underinflated tyres which in itself  accelerates tyre put on. This wastage not solely impacts motorists’ wallets but in addition places them at the next threat of being concerned in an incident.

‘Secure and Save’ additionally attracts consideration to the false economic system shopping for half worns tyres can symbolize. Legally, a component worn want solely have a minimal of 2mm of tread, which compares with 6mm or 7mm of a brand new tyre. Whereas the value tag perhaps decrease, they are going to want changing faster, not solely including monetary value but in addition time.

With analysis displaying there’s nonetheless good trigger to be involved concerning the security of some half worn tyres being bought, TyreSafe recommends automobile homeowners purchase new when doable. Most new tyre retailers now supply curiosity free fee options, permitting homeowners to purchase instantly and unfold the fee over time, serving to motorists keep protected and save.

Stuart Lovatt, chair of TyreSafe, mentioned, “We’re excited to introduce the ‘Secure and Save’ marketing campaign, which cleverly combines a light-hearted method with a severe mission. By this marketing campaign, we intention to succeed in all highway customers and emphasise the importance of normal tyre checks. By doing so, not solely can they save on gasoline and tyre put on prices, but in addition contribute to safer roads for everybody.”

TyreSafe recommends homeowners verify their tyres at the least as soon as a month. For many who aren’t assured to take action, retailers who assist TyreSafe will perform a verify freed from cost. TyreSafe retailers could be discovered by way of tyresafe.org