Why car tyres are a key safety feature you can’t ignore
Car tyres are much more important for car safety than many motorists imagine. Although the flatter stretches of land around the Fenlands might not put your car under serious strain every journey, Cambridgeshire and Norfolk both have some twisting and turning lanes that require a serious amount of grip.
Since many people's lifestyles include travelling further afield, their cars also ought to be able to cope with steeper roads and more exposed locations.
Around the hills in Scotland, the Lake District or the mountains of North Wales – typical places for Fenlanders to take their holidays – you'll want to know your tyres are in good working order. Here's why.
Firstly, tyres help you to brake effectively. Without your car tyres being correctly pressurised or lacking the appropriate tread depth, it won't matter how well your brakes are calibrated or how new your brake pads are.
It is the tyres that slow vehicles down when braking, using controlled friction to help you stop. Replace worn-down tyres before any long road trip or even for just getting around the local district. Keeping your tyres in good condition is crucial for safety, and finding the right car tyres can make all the difference.
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Secondly, car tyres help you to corner safely. The traction they offer on the road isn't only for forward momentum. When you corner around a bend, it is the tyres that keep you on the right side of the road without drifting.
What's more, only car tyres with good sidewall integrity will stop you from slewing sideways if you ever need to swerve around something on the road. With so much wildlife in the Fenland area, last-moment swerving isn't uncommon so don't lose control for the lack of a good set of tyres.
Another important aspect of car tyres comes down to personal safety. Wherever you drive, you won't want to have to change an old car tyre for your spare by the side of the road. Of course, if you do so, you will need a spare that is in good condition to begin with, so it is worth checking yours.
More widely, investing in run-flat tyres or superior ones with stronger rubber compounds is advisable to lessen your chances of a blowout and the consequent need to change your wheel in a potentially vulnerable location. If this ever happens to you, try to get to a well-lit place of safety before jacking your car up to take the faulty wheel off.
