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You should check your tyres regularly to ensure they’re in good condition and properly inflated. Ideally, you should check their pressure and condition at least once a month, but you should check them more regularly if you drive long distances or leave your car parked for long periods of time.
You should check your tyre pressure when your tyres are cold using a high-quality tyre pressure gauge. Even tyres in good condition can lose up to 2 PSI (pounds per square inch) per month, so it’s important to check them regularly.
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The easiest way to check your tyre tread is to use a 20p coin. Insert the 20p coin into the tread grooves. If you can’t see the outer band of the coin, your tyres are above the legal limit. If you can see the outer band, your tyres might be too severely worn and potentially unsafe. You should book your car in at a reputable garage using Approved Garages so your tyre can be inspected by a mechanic and replaced if needed.
You can find the correct pressure for your tyres in your vehicle handbook, printed on the sill of the driver’s door or on the inside of your fuel tank flap. Be aware that many manufacturers suggest different pressures for your front and rear tyres.
The legal minimum tread depth for car tyres in the UK is 1.6 millimetres (mm) across the central three-quarters of the tread's width. By law, your car tyres must meet this minimum requirement across their entire circumference.
A typical tyre fitting takes around 30 minutes per tyre. This means if you’re having all four tyres replaced, it will take around two hours. Be aware that if you’re also getting another service, such as a wheel alignment, it will take longer.
Each new tyre is marked on how it performs across three areas: rolling resistance, wet grip and noise:
1. Rolling resistance refers to how fuel-efficient the tyre is. Tyres are rated from A to G, with A being the most fuel-efficient.
2. Wet grip reflects a tyre’s stopping distance in wet weather. Tyres are rated from A to E. An A-rated tyre will come to a stop 18 metres before an E-rated tyre.
3. Noise refers to how loud a tyre is. Tyres are rated from A to C, with A being the quietest option.
It is often recommended that you replace all four tyres at the same time. Replacing all tyres at the same time ensures maximum stability and traction, as all the tyres will wear evenly.
However, if you get one completely flat tyre and the other tyres show no signs of wear, it is acceptable to replace only the damaged tyre. Alternatively, replacing tyres in pairs can also be a good option to reduce the wear and tear on the old tyre.
If you are only replacing one tyre, you should replace it with the same brand and model as the existing tyres. If you are replacing pairs of tyres or all of your tyres, there is no requirement to keep to the same brand.
You can find your tyre size by looking at the sidewall of your current tyres, in your vehicle’s handbook, inside the fuel cap door or on a sticker on the door sill.
There are several signs that your wheels need to be realigned, including:
• Drifting or pulling to one side. If you can feel your car pulling to one side when driving down a straight road, this is a clear sign you need a wheel alignment.
• Crooked steering wheel. When driving straight, your steering wheel should be centred with the logo straight. If it’s crooked, you’ll need your wheels aligned.
Uneven or rapid tyre wear. If you notice your tyres wearing too quickly or unevenly, then this is another sign to get an alignment.
