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 Motorists get their tyres "back to front"
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 A recent survey conducted by TyreSafe has revealed that 52% of respondents are of the opinion that replacement tyres should be fitted to the front of the vehicle rather than the rear. However, studies indicate that straight line braking ability and water dispersal are more effective with new rubber on the rear, regardless of whether the vehicle is front or rear wheel drive. There is a higher risk of oversteer if part‑worn tyres are left on the back.
TyreSafe is the campaigning arm of the Tyre Industry Council, a not for profit, non commercial organisation set up to promote tyre safety and raise the awareness of the dangers of driving on defective or badly worn tyres. Illegal or worn tyres are a contributory factor in many accidents particularly in the wet and 12% of cars and vans on UK roads have at least one tyre below the 1.6mm legal minimum. TyreSafe campaigns for good tyre husbandry – look after your tyres and your tyres will look after you.
www.tyresafe.org
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