Does the UK wheel sector need an industry body?

In talks with Terry Bray of Smiths Wheels the subject of controls came up in the conversation. It was not the first time that controls have been discussed by wheel manufacturers. The lack of controls is at best, a serious irritation to the producers of quality products.

It does seem strange that one of the key elements in the vehicle’s ability to remain in contact with the road surface can be changed from that specified by the manufacturer without the replacement component having to undergo testing procedures or meet any national standards.When consumers buy products they do so in the belief that they are buying goods which are inherently safe. To sell products which may not be safe is questionable.