How To Avoid Part Worn Tyres
As amazing at it seems, your car is only in contact with the road surface through a very small area when compared to the size of the car itself - each tyre has a contact area approximately the size of your hand. This small area is critical to the control you have over your vehicle but is often ignored.
Unlike oil pressure, oil level, fuel level and water temperature, which are monitored constantly with information relayed to your car's dashboard, only high-end cars have tyre pressure sensors and very few, if any, provide an indication of the depth of tread on the tyres. Such checks are left to the driver -or more likely the MOT tester - and even if you do check your tyre pressures and tread depth on a regular basis, monitoring the condition of the inner side walls is something many would neglect.
When it comes to replacing worn or damaged tyres, particularly in today's tough economic environment when every penny counts, it can seem very tempting to buy cheap part-worn tyres rather than new, particularly if you are running an older car or if it's the family's second car. This can, however, be a false economy, as well as being potentially very dangerous.
(i) Part-worn tyres need to be replaced more frequently than new ones - perhaps twice as often - as they reach the legal limit sooner;
(ii) Part-worn tyres have no history. They may have been damaged by pot holes or kerbs during normal use or have been involved in an accident. They are also very likely to have been fitted to a different make and model of car, which has different wear characteristics to yours;
(iii) Many part-worn tyres are sourced from other countries, where they have different laws regarding tread depth or even require that tyres be rotated between winter and summer types.
Protyre is the retail arm of Micheldever Tyre Services (MTS), and we pride ourselves on high-quality workmanship at competitive prices. The Micheldever Group has been trading since 1972 and has grown to become the largest independent tyre wholesaler in the United Kingdom and is highly trusted in the industry.
Protyre has a country-wide network of over 100 dealers providing a trusted and affordable way to maintain your tyres. We offer a wide range of tyres from budget to high-performance, and all come with our trust, value, care and expertise. Protyre is proud to have been recognised as the TyreSafe retailer of the year for the last four years, and as part of this independent scheme, Protyre does not sell part-worn tyres.
As mentioned above, each tyre has a contact area approximately the size of your hand. This small area is critical to the control you have over your vehicle, so why risk your and your passengers' safety by using part-worn tyres?
As a specialist tyre retailer, we at Protyre stock a huge range of tyres from all the leading manufacturers and can advise you on your best option to accommodate your driving habits as well as your budget.
Choosing the Right Tyre Made Easy
When it comes to your car's safety and performance, tyres can play a huge role. That's why we've put together a collection of helpful articles to guide you through the process of selecting the perfect tyres for your ride and maintaining your vehicle in general.
If you're looking for a smoother, more luxurious driving experience, premium car tyres might be the way to go. Or, if you want added security against flats, run flat car tyres could be your best bet. Trying to decide between summer car tyres and winter car tyres? We've got you covered there, too.
We also dive into the world of tyre brands, comparing top manufacturers like BF Goodrich tyres, Bridgestone tyres, Continental tyres, Dunlop tyres, Falken tyres, General tyres, Goodyear tyres, GT Radial tyres , Hankook tyres, Michelin tyres, Pirelli tyres, Runway tyres, Sumitomo tyres, and Toyo tyres.
But we don't just stop at helping you choose the right tyres – we also share tips on how to keep them in tip-top shape. From checking your tread depth and keeping your tyres properly inflated to extending their life through regular rotation and balancing, our articles have got you covered.
So, whether you're a car enthusiast or just looking to keep your vehicle safe and reliable, our car help and advice articles are here to help you make informed decisions about your tyres. Check them out and feel confident in your tyre choices!