Welsh Tyre Check Shows 58 Per Cent Of Tyres “Dangerous”
A free public safety event throughout Rhondda Cynon Taf recently tested 475 tyres and found that 275 (58 per cent) could cause car accidents. Local press reports described the tyres as “dangerous or faulty.” 65 tyres were recommended to be replaced as a matter of urgency.
Trading standards officers took their public information caravan on a tour of RCT, carrying out tyre tests and offering advice. They found that the four main danger areas were tread, air pressure, excess wear and damage to the tyre.