Tyre Safety
Your tyres are the only point of contact between your vehicle and the road, making tyre safety essential for every journey. Regularly checking your tyre pressure, tread depth, and overall condition can help improve handling, reduce braking distances, and lower the risk of accidents.
UK law requires tyres to have a minimum tread depth of 1.6mm across the central three-quarters of the tyre, but replacing tyres before they reach this limit can provide better grip, particularly in wet conditions.
At our mobile tyre fitting service, we make it easy to keep your tyres safe and roadworthy.
Whether you need a tyre inspection, repair, or replacement, our experienced technicians come directly to your home, workplace, or roadside location. With prompt, professional service and quality tyres from trusted manufacturers, we help ensure your vehicle remains safe, reliable, and ready for the road.
Tyre bulges and uneven wear are common signs that your tyres may need immediate attention. A bulge in the sidewall usually indicates internal damage caused by impacts such as potholes or kerbs and can increase the risk of tyre failure.
Uneven tyre wear may be caused by incorrect tyre pressures, wheel misalignment, or suspension issues, reducing tyre lifespan and affecting vehicle handling. If you notice either of these problems, it’s important to have your tyres inspected and replaced if necessary to maintain safety and performance on the road.
Frequently Asked Questions
Please reach us at aaron@actyrespecialists.co.uk if you cannot find an answer to your question.
You should check your tyre pressure, tread depth and overall condition at least once a month and before any long journey.
The legal minimum tread depth for cars in the UK is 1.6mm across the central three-quarters of the tyre and around the entire circumference.
Signs that your tyres may need replacing include low tread depth, visible cracks, cuts, bulges, uneven wear, or frequent loss of tyre pressure.
Yes. Our mobile tyre fitting service comes directly to your home, workplace, or roadside location, saving you time and inconvenience.
Most tyre fittings take between 30 and 60 minutes, depending on the vehicle and the number of tyres being replaced.
Not necessarily. We offer competitive pricing, and the convenience of fitting tyres at your chosen location often saves both time and travel costs.
No. A tyre bulge usually indicates internal structural damage and the tyre should be replaced as soon as possible for safety reasons.
Uneven wear can be caused by incorrect tyre pressures, wheel misalignment, suspension issues, or worn vehicle components.
It is generally recommended to replace tyres in pairs on the same axle to maintain balanced handling and performance.
Yes. Every new tyre should be professionally balanced when fitted to help prevent vibration, uneven wear and unnecessary strain on suspension components.
Many punctures can be safely repaired, provided the damage meets British Standards guidelines and is located in a repairable area of tyre.
The correct tyre pressure varies by vehicle. You can find the manufacturer's recommended pressures in your vehicle handbook or on a sticker inside the driver's door frame or fuel filler flap.
How to find you tyre size
You can find your tyre size by checking the numbers and letters printed on the sidewall of your tyre, for example, 205/55 R16.
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