Have you checked your tyres?

UK motorists are risking the perils of winter driving by placing their safety in the hands of their dads, as it appears the majority of people do not know how to check if their tyres meet legal driving requirements.

With The Highways Agency urging motorists to prepare for winter, a survey of Just Car Clinics customers has revealed that three quarters of those questioned did not know the legal requirement for minimum tyre tread and more worryingly, 65% did not even know how to check if their tyres were worn. Of those that were in the dark, 40% said their dad still proved to be the go-to-guy when looking for expert guidance on whether their tyres remained legal and safe. A further 23% of customers played a dangerous waiting game by leaving a tyre inspection until their MOT was due.