{"id":247244,"date":"2023-12-04T11:21:05","date_gmt":"2023-12-04T11:21:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/automotobuzz.com\/?p=247244"},"modified":"2023-12-04T11:21:05","modified_gmt":"2023-12-04T11:21:05","slug":"little-known-20p-solution-that-will-keep-drivers-safe-on-the-roads-this-winter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/automotobuzz.com\/car-reviews\/little-known-20p-solution-that-will-keep-drivers-safe-on-the-roads-this-winter\/","title":{"rendered":"Little-known 20p solution that will keep drivers safe on the roads this winter"},"content":{"rendered":"

Halfords demonstrate how to check and inflate your car tyres<\/h3>\n

A simple little-known 20p tip could help road users avoid an accident while behind the wheel this winter.<\/p>\n

Tim Rodie,\u00a0resident driving expert at Motorpoint has warned that using a piece of change could tell motorists everything they need to know about tyre pressures.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Sticking a 20p coin between tyre grooves can show whether a wheel is fully inflated and safe to use.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Mr Rodie explained: \u201cWhen temperatures start to drop, it’s essential that motorists check their tyre tread to make sure it’s safe for them to drive on snow or ice.\u00a0<\/p>\n

“Legally, all cars are required to have a minimum of 1.6mm thread across the central 75 percent of any tyre surface, but the easiest way to check this at home is to take a 20p piece and insert it into the grooves on each of your tyres.\u00a0<\/p>\n

READ MORE <\/strong> Drivers urged to fit winter tyres to their car to improve safety and dodge fines<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\u201cIf you can\u2019t see the outer band on the coin then you\u2019re above the legal limit and are safe to drive.<\/p>\n

“Motorists should also be mindful of their tyre pressure, as incorrect tyre pressure will reduce tyre grip and increase braking distances \u2013 ultimately putting you at greater risk of an accident.”<\/p>\n

According to Continental Tyres, maintaining correct tyre pressures is vital in the colder winter months. Sticking the right air pressure can ensure vehicles run with optimal traction and grip on any road surface.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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