Drivers warned over common tyre mistake which could risk up to £10,000 fine

dailyrecord.co.uk:

Drivers are being warned about a common tyre mistake that could risk up to £10,000 in fines. Tyre pressure is an often an ignored part of proper car maintenance - but it can have dangerous consequences when forgotten.Incorrectly inflated tyres can lead to horrific consequences on the road and hefty fines if caught.

In the UK, those driving with unsuitably inflated tyres can face a disqualification from driving and up to £10,000 in fines.

If pulled over by police, each tyre that is underinflated enough that it is no longer road worthy will have the driver receive three penalty points on their license and a £2,500 fine.

A spokesperson for StressFreeCarRental.com said: “There’s no reason why drivers and pedestrians alike should be put at risk when it’s so easily avoidable. “We aim to inform Britain on how to check what their tyre pressure should be, what it actually is, and what any mismatch may cause.During a corner or whilst breaking, under-inflation puts more stress on the tyre sidewalls which then generates more heat and leads to less traction.This stops the driver from being able to maintain as much control of their vehicle as the contact point of the tyre with the road is less stable.Because of this, the car’s responsiveness will drop dramatically, as well as an increase in braking distances.