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Check your tyres before you make tracks this summer

As the school holiday period approaches millions of motorists will be planning to set off on a motoring holiday and choosing the UK as a destination this summer because of the strength of the Euro and the possible volcano dust cloud which, according to experts, could still interrupt travel plans in the coming months.

Tips on how to check your tyres

Tyres are arguably the most important safety component on a car and yet 1 in 5 drivers have admitted that they have only occasionally checked the tread depth of the tyres on their car – 12% of drivers have never ever checked the tread depth! The research was carried out by fast.MAP for the leading online tyre retailer mytyres.co.uk.

Sunny spring highlights need for caravan tyre checks

Sunny spring highlights need for caravan tyre checks

With one of the sunniest starts to the year since records began in 1929, caravan owners should pay particular attention to the condition of their tyres before heading off on holiday this year.

Michelin and the Le Mans 24 hours - Quicker and further

Michelin's new endurance racing tyres went quicker (new fastest race lap record) and further (new race distance record), while fewer tyres were used during the race.

Steven Gerrard already a World Cup winner

England captain Steven Gerrard has topped a poll of players in England’s 2010 FIFA World Cup squad who motorists would most like to have to change a tyre on their car.

Michelin at the 24 Heures du Mans 2010

Michelin is in the running this year for its 13th consecutive win at the 24 Heures du Mans. To meet this challenge, Michelin engineers, chemists, developers and technicians have prepared a new range of even more durable tyres.

Continental equips team coaches at World Cup

Continental equips team coaches at World Cup

As Official Sponsor and exclusive tyre partner for the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa, Continental is outfitting all 32 team coaches with premium coach tyres.

Garages face prosecution over illegal tyre dumping

Garages face prosecution over illegal tyre dumping

Garages and tyre dealers are being warned that they could face significant fines or custodial sentences if they fail to recycle their used tyres correctly.

The dangers of buying part worn tyres

The dangers of buying part worn tyres

The high levels of risk associated with buying part worn tyres has been revealed by Birmingham City Council after its trading standards officers examined a selection of part worn tyres being sold in the city and found that nine out of ten failed to meet the minimum legal standards.

Tyre safety advice for caravanners

Tyre safety advice for caravanners

To coincide with the start of the 10th annual National Camping and Caravanning Week (29th May – 4th June), TyreSafe has launched a new section on its website dedicated to caravan tyre safety.

Avon Tyres backs National Family Week

British tyre manufacturer, Avon Tyres, will be the tyre partner to National Family Week 2010, giving away 70,000 tyre safety kits with its tyres.

Subaru opts for Michelin on Cosworth Impreza

Subaru opts for Michelin on Cosworth Impreza

Subaru has selected the new Michelin Pilot Sport 3 as the sole OE fitment on its new Cosworth Impreza STI CS400.

Lack of fresh air costs UK motorists £440 million a year

Lack of fresh air costs UK motorists £440 million a year

Drivers in the UK are throwing away more than £440 million pounds by driving with under-inflated tyres.

Millions of motorists at risk this Bank Holiday

Research by Micheldever Tyres Services, UK independent tyre dealer network, has shown that over 30 percent of cars coming into the company’s flagship outlet in Hampshire have at least one illegal tyre – up from 19 percent one year ago.

F1 tyres at go-kart prices

For eight days only (24th to 31st May), Kwik-Fit is offering Bridgestone tyres at knockdown prices, with up to 35% off. Under this offer, prices start from just £27.30 each, so customers can experience a premium tyre without the price premium.