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Don't be deflated
Make sure all your tyres have the right pressure. You can usually find the recommended tyre pressure on a sticker near the driver's seat, or on your fuel cap or in the driver's manual.
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Young Drivers learn why tyres really matter
Become a Bridgestone Road Safety Hero.
Don't compromise on safety, check your tyres and share the below tips
Choose the right tyres
Have a closer look
Regularly check your tyres for problems like bulges, cuts, or things stuck in them like screws or nails. Gently run your hand along the sides of the tyres to feel for these issues. It's best to wear gloves while doing this. If you find any problems or are unsure, visit your nearest Bridgestone tyre dealer for help.
Spin them right round!
Rotating your tyres regularly (as recommended by the vehicle manufacturer, or every 5,000 miles) promotes even tread wear and helps the tyre perform as designed. This will also help ensure that all four tyres on your car are at the same tread depth when it is time to swap for new ones, maximising the life of your tyres.
Choosing the right tyre for your car is super important. It can help keep you safe, improve your car's performance, save on fuel, and make your tyres last longer. Bridgestone's new replacement tyres are being designed with Enliten Technologies. Most recently this includes the Turanza 6 and Turanza All Season 6. These innovative technologies help provide fantastic, reassuring characterises whilst ensuring our tyres are well-suited for a wide range of vehicles, including those with Internal Combustion Engines (ICE), hybrids, and electric vehicles.
Why should you think of your tyres often?
It might sound like we’re stating the obvious here, but they really can be the difference between life and death. Not only that don’t forget that driving on worn tyres below 1.6mm is illegal, you could face points on your licence and a fine up to £2,500 per tyre!
We hope you enjoy driving and that you learn to be a 'Bridgestone Road Safety Hero' along the way.
Simple tips that everyone can do...
So you've passed your test, removed the 'L' plates? Don't lose focus!
Congratulations! You're ready to explore the road! But, before you get behind the wheel and turn up the music, have you checked your tyres? If you haven’t, then we’re not here to make you feel guilty, but for your safety and the safety of others we want to pass on some important information!
We know there is a lot to think about. it’s important to remember, your tyres are the only things sticking your vehicle to the tarmac and they are critical to your safety. A recent Bridgestone survey revealed In total, 73% of motorists admitted they don’t check their tyres themselves, and 35% confessed to never thinking about checking their tyres at all.1
Need more reasons to check?
1) Source: Bridgestone Commissioned Survey - Research carried out online by Research Without Barriers (January 2024) comprising 2,000 UK car owners. All research conducted adheres to the UK Market Research Society (MRS) code of conduct (2019). RWB is registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office and complies with the DPA (2018).
Get in the Groove
In the UK, the legal minimum tread depth is 1.6mm across at least ¾ of the tyre. Check using a depth gauge or grab a 20p coin! Insert a 20p coin into the tread. If any part of the coin’s border is visible, it’s time to change the tyres. Whilst inspecting the tread depth, pay attention to whether the tread has worn evenly and remove any stones which have become lodged. If in doubt always go to your local garage to check.
If you are concerned about your tyres as a result of your checks take you car to your nearest Bridgestone tyre dealer. www.bridgestone.co.uk/findadealer
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