Tyre pressure monitoring system 'helps drivers stay safe'

Kitting their vehicle out with a tyre pressure monitoring system is one way for drivers to ensure they remain safe in winter conditions, according to a newspaper writer.

The Globe and Mail's Bob English recently suggested a number of safety features drivers may wish to consider and noted that tyres are one area to concentrate on.

In places where winter conditions are harsh, he recommended opting for specially-designed winter tyres, which feature tread patterns and rubber compounds specifically manufactured for driving in bad weather.

A tyre pressure monitoring system will help motorists keep tabs on tyre wear, breaking, control and fuel economy.

In addition, Mr English recommended a number of other safety features, such as a collision warning system, adaptive headlamps and rain-sensing windscreen wipers.

Last month, the Ayrshire Post offered a number of driving tips for UK motorists as the weather turns cooler.

It suggested that drivers may wish to look beyond the legal limit for tyre tread depth of 1.6mm and instead choose tyres with a minimum tread depth of 3mm, which will ensure better control in wet conditions and allow them to stop the car safely.