Most Common UK Tyre Issue ‘Overlooked’ by Drivers Unveiled
Motorists are “overlooking” one crucial tyre safety issue that could come back to bite, according to leading experts. Drivers are mostly aware that they need to ensure their tyres have a legal tread depth of at least 1.6mm before getting behind the wheel. However, experts at tyre specialists Black Circles have stressed that one detail is “easy to miss” despite its importance.
TL;DR
- Drivers often focus only on tread depth, overlooking other crucial tyre safety issues.
- Cracks, bulges, and cuts on the tyre sidewall are common but easily missed problems.
- Uneven wear can indicate underlying issues with tyre pressure, alignment, or suspension.
- Damage to the carcass ply under the rubber can lead to sudden pressure loss.
- Bubbles on the sidewall signify a punctured carcass ply, risking rapid pressure loss.
- Abnormal vibrations while driving may indicate a tyre bulge.
- Cracked tyres are dangerous and require immediate replacement.