Be a Road Safety Hero
Your tyres are the only part of your car that touch the road - and that contact patch is often no bigger than a postcard. Yet tyre issues contribute to:
- 2 million MOT failures a year1
- £1 billion in wasted fuel2
- An estimated 6 million illegal tyres on UK roads2
Tyres matter - for your safety, for your wallet, and for everyone around you.
That’s why we launched the "Be a Bridgestone Road Safety Hero" campaign - to give drivers simple, practical tips on checking tread depth, pressure, and tyre condition.
Life is a Journey. Let’s make it a safe one.
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Have a closer look
Check for issues such as bulges, cuts, protruding wire, or impacted items like stone, screws or nails. Wear gloves and ensure you also check the inner edge of the tyres.
Dont be deflated
Check you pressures are correct. Your vehicles recommended pressures can be found on the inside of your fuel cap, inside the drivers door, or in your owners manual
Get in the groove
The legal limit is 1.6mm across 3/4 of the tyre. Check using a tread depth gauge or a 20p coin, if any of the coins border is visible it's time to change your tyres!
These steps are easy to do regular tasks which will help you to take care of your tyres so they are ready to perform year-round. Carry out these checks on your car then share the message with friends and family.
We recommend completing these tasks once a fortnight to ensure miles of safe motoring.
Simple tips that everyone can do
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Learn why tyres really matter
If you are concerned about the condition of your tyres after these checks, visit your nearest Bridgestone Tyre Dealer for support. If you notice a dangerous issue, call the tyre dealer for advice and support, do not drive on a dangerous tyre.
1) Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) data 2023-24.
2) TyreSafe – www.tyresafe.org