Ensure smooth driving over the Easter Holidays

Over this Easter break drivers are being reminded to check their tyre pressures before setting off to avoid any roadside misery and unnecessary additional expense. According to TyreSafe, the UK’s leading tyre safety organisation, drivers failing to ensure that their tyres are properly inflated are much more likely to suffer a serious failure, will suffer from increased tyre wear and will experience higher fuel bills.

“With the additional Bank Holiday this Easter, many more motorists are likely to take to the road either heading away for a mini-break or day out,” comments Stuart Jackson, chairman, TyreSafe. “In many cases, this will mean that the car is loaded with additional passengers and luggage. This added weight makes it particularly important that drivers check their tyre pressure, condition and tread depth before setting out. It will only take a few minutes but could help to prevent a ruined weekend.”

To ensure tyres can cope with additional vehicle loads, car manufacturers often specify different pressure settings for laden and unladen vehicles.