Tyre kerbing another snow danger

In addition to loosing control of a vehicle in the current snow and icy conditions, motorists are being warned by Protyre – the UK independent tyre dealer network - that sliding out of control, even at low speeds, into a kerb can damage a tyre and lead to premature wear or even tyre failure.

The consequences of “kerbing” a tyre can lead to tyre and wheel misalignment and un-even wear and premature tyre replacement. In other cases the tyre sidewall can be pinched between the kerb and the wheel and air can leach from the tyre leading to severe under inflation. Motorists are also being advised not to drive too close to kerbs for fear of running over debris not visible that could damage a tyre.

Over the Christmas and New Year period Protyre is offering free car tyre safety checks at their 38 branches which have become even more important as the UK is facing yet more bad weather. Full details of opening times and Protyre locations are available by visiting protyre.co.uk.