Almost time for the tire change, but Touring warns: « Don’t let the choice of summer tires depend on promotions »
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Now that it is time for the winter/summer tire change, Touring is calling for you not to be guided by online promotions. Because tires for a large part determine your safety on the road. Therefore, check the tire pressure every three months. Because with one in two vehicles it is too low, research shows.
Tires may not be the most attractive part of a car and take a serious bite from your budget. However, they play an essential role, says Touring, especially during long routes, at high temperatures and with heavily charged vehicles on their way to your holiday destination. A well -considered choice is therefore essential.
From recent Tire tests of the Dutch ANWB It appears that even a seemingly perfect bond of a premium brand does not always achieve the maximum score of 5 stars. Moreover, a well -rated band does not necessarily fit the actual needs of each driver. « After all, not all motorists use their vehicle in the same way. Some drive few, others travel long distances, some go on vacation with the car, others don’t. Keep in mind when choosing new tires. You can assist and assist a tire specialist, » says Danny Smagghe of Touring.
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Don’t just be guided by online promotions. Because cheap tires are not always safe tires that have to ensure a good grip, stability of the vehicle but above all the short as possible and safe braking distance. Certainly in rainy weather. Looking and comparing is the message.
One in two cars has too low tire pressure – © Raymond Lemmens
Tire pressure
Tire quality is one, but tire pressure is certainly so important. « That is why it is advisable to check the tire pressure once about three months. Because a survey of Touring shows that 1 in 2 vehicles drives with a low tire pressure and that 10 % is worn tires under his or her car, » says Danny Smagghe.
The official minimum standard on the technical check is 1.6 mm, but Touring recommends a tread depth of at least 3 mm. That is safer, especially in rainy weather.
Always use four tires of the same brand, model and type.
