The latest news stories from TyreSafe http://www.tyresafe.org/ With an increased volume of traffic expected on the roads this summer as more families opt for a UK-based holiday, TyreSafe is advising motorists to check the condition of their tyres prior to a driving holiday to help reduce the risk of causing an accident.

Driving on correctly inflated tyres with sufficient tread depth is fundamental to both driver and passenger safety. http://www.tyresafe.org/news-and-events/detail/safe-tyres-are-the-key-to-a-happy-driving-holiday/ Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:00:00 GMT Tyre safety organisation TyreSafe is making truck tyre safety information more widely available to commercial vehicle users by adding a truck specific section to its website and producing a truck tyre safety handout. http://www.tyresafe.org/news-and-events/detail/tyresafe-launches-online-truck-tyre-safety-advice/ Thu, 25 Jun 2009 12:00:00 GMT Motorists shopping for tyres online could be putting their safety at risk by not selecting the most appropriate tyres for their car.

With instant price comparisons, loyalty point schemes and fitting offered at multiple tyre fitting centres around the country, buying tyres online is becoming an increasingly attractive option. http://www.tyresafe.org/news-and-events/detail/online-tyre-shoppers-urged-to-make-safety-their-first-priority/ Fri, 29 May 2009 12:00:00 GMT During April’s Bike Tyre Safety Month, TyreSafe recorded the highest number of visits to its website to date, as the organisation continues to promote the importance of tyre safety.

TyreSafe’s Bike Tyre Safety Month reached out to all motorcyclists, new and experienced, to raise awareness of the importance of tyres in road safety http://www.tyresafe.org/news-and-events/detail/tyre-safety-campaign-achieves-record-interest/ Tue, 19 May 2009 12:00:00 GMT TyreSafe and the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) are advising experienced bikers to help raise awareness of the importance of riding on safe tyres.

TyreSafe is reaching out to motorcyclists of all levels, with a reminder that correct tyre maintenance helps keep bikers safe on the road, and may ultimately save their life. http://www.tyresafe.org/news-and-events/detail/call-to-experienced-motorcyclists-to-help-promote-tyre-safety/ Fri, 24 Apr 2009 12:00:00 GMT Safety organisation TyreSafe is advising motorcyclists to stay aware of potholes in the road in order to avoid accidents caused by sudden loss of control.

With AA Insurance reporting a 300 percent increase in accident claims due to pothole damage in February 2009, road surfaces have suffered one of the harshest winters on record. http://www.tyresafe.org/news-and-events/detail/motorcyclists-urged-to-be-more-vigilant-of-potholes/ Wed, 08 Apr 2009 12:00:00 GMT As thousands of riders take to the roads for their first ride of the spring, TyreSafe and the Motorcycle Industry Association (MCI) advise motorcycling newcomers to boost their knowledge of tyre safety.

Lighter evenings, warmer weather and the long Easter weekend will see riding surge by almost one quarter* in April compared to March’s total. http://www.tyresafe.org/news-and-events/detail/safety-top-of-the-agenda-for-new-riders/ Thu, 02 Apr 2009 12:00:00 GMT Tyre safety group TyreSafe has announced that Stuart Jackson, managing director of Vredestein UK, has become chairman of the organisation.

He replaced former chairman Rob Beddis as the public face of TyreSafe and will continue Beddis’s good work in raising awareness among motorists of the importance of tyres in road safety. http://www.tyresafe.org/news-and-events/detail/stuart-jackson-becomes-new-tyresafe-chairman/ Wed, 01 Apr 2009 12:00:00 GMT 300 free 90 degree tyre valve extensions are available from the TyreSafe website.

The valve extension can be simply screwed onto the tyre’s existing valve, making checking and inflating tyre pressures a simpler operation. http://www.tyresafe.org/news-and-events/detail/tyresafe-helps-bikers-get-round-the-bend/ Tue, 31 Mar 2009 12:00:00 GMT Motorcyclists are more likely to be injured in serious or fatal crashes than car drivers.
In 2006 599 motorcyclists died and 5,885 were seriously injured in road accidents. http://www.tyresafe.org/news-and-events/detail/motorcycling--the-facts/ Fri, 27 Mar 2009 12:00:00 GMT