Random tyre checks required
Discussion
TheAngryDog said:
How would it be policed? I agree that there could do to be something, but these things cost money to implement and who pays for it? We do!
It just wouldn't cost money, though. I believe you can issue a FPN for illegal tyres, and reckon you could get five out of a one-hour sweep of any car park you choose.Not many bobbies cost more than £300/hr.
TheAngryDog said:
How would it be policed? I agree that there could do to be something, but these things cost money to implement and who pays for it? We do!
Well, north Wales policemanaged to do just shy of 11,000 breathaliser tests last month, (only catching some 40 people) so if they can do that, why not check tyres?1 bobby wandering round a car park is hardly expensive to hard to do, and has the added bonus of improving car park security.
TheAngryDog said:
How would it be policed? I agree that there could do to be something, but these things cost money to implement and who pays for it? We do!
By taking the operator out of the speed camera van and sending him down the local high street/car park instead! Would probably produce more revenue and do more for road safety than he would sat in the van!750turbo said:
Troubleatmill said:
That nice Scottish government employs people to come round and inflate your tyres in your absence.
You even get a nice report on your tyres too.
Where? (Do NOT say Scotland...)You even get a nice report on your tyres too.
http://www.sbcscot.com/new-tyre-safety-project-wil...
http://www.sbcscot.com/book-your-check-inflate-ses...
I know a lass who worked for a car rental firm, and they had a tyre fitter who went around the car park, who changes the tyres of any car that were in need of replacement. As most of the cars belonged to this firm, they got the bill. However, this lass had a private car, and the tyres were on 2mm so were still legal. The tyre fitter attempted to stop her leaving the car park until she had the tyres done by them. Took her other half having 'words' before the car was unblocked.
True story.
However, I agree with OP,I think it is a good idea.
True story.
However, I agree with OP,I think it is a good idea.
How many accidents are caused by faulty/worn tyres? Very few I would guess.
A few months ago I bought a set of alloy wheels, and two of them had tyres worn down to the steel belt on the edges.
The steel was sticking out so much you needed gloves to handle them without getting cut hands.
A few months ago I bought a set of alloy wheels, and two of them had tyres worn down to the steel belt on the edges.
The steel was sticking out so much you needed gloves to handle them without getting cut hands.
Max_Torque said:
tbh, i don't think the state of ones tyres actually makes any significant difference to road safety. In fact, if you know your tyres are knackered, you tend to driver slower and leave bigger gaps!
Meanwhile back in reality
Many folk don't know anything about their tyres
lbc said:
How many accidents are caused by faulty/worn tyres? Very few I would guess.
A few months ago I bought a set of alloy wheels, and two of them had tyres worn down to the steel belt on the edges.
The steel was sticking out so much you needed gloves to handle them without getting cut hands.
How many accidents wouldn't have happened had the tyres been in better condition? Especially in wet weather.A few months ago I bought a set of alloy wheels, and two of them had tyres worn down to the steel belt on the edges.
The steel was sticking out so much you needed gloves to handle them without getting cut hands.
Rickyy said:
TheAngryDog said:
How would it be policed? I agree that there could do to be something, but these things cost money to implement and who pays for it? We do!
By taking the operator out of the speed camera van and sending him down the local high street/car park instead! Would probably produce more revenue and do more for road safety than he would sat in the van!We don't want bald tyres on the road but;
Tyres are checked at mot time and failed or given an Advisory if low.
Tyres are checked at service.
Tyres will also usually be checked during a random stop/check.
If people are too stupid to manage tyre wear between the above I don't see why there should be further checks on the rest of us just due to the few who don't look after their tyres.
Tyres are checked at mot time and failed or given an Advisory if low.
Tyres are checked at service.
Tyres will also usually be checked during a random stop/check.
If people are too stupid to manage tyre wear between the above I don't see why there should be further checks on the rest of us just due to the few who don't look after their tyres.
rallycross said:
We don't want bald tyres on the road but;
Tyres are checked at mot time and failed or given an Advisory if low.
Tyres are checked at service.
Tyres will also usually be checked during a random stop/check.
If people are too stupid to manage tyre wear between the above I don't see why there should be further checks on the rest of us just due to the few who don't look after their tyres.
You imply that everyone bothers to service their vehicle correctly.... This is where your theory falls down..Tyres are checked at mot time and failed or given an Advisory if low.
Tyres are checked at service.
Tyres will also usually be checked during a random stop/check.
If people are too stupid to manage tyre wear between the above I don't see why there should be further checks on the rest of us just due to the few who don't look after their tyres.
I think the legal limit on tread depth should be increased to 3.0mm. Most tyres are pretty shot performance wise by the time they get to this depth anyhow, budget tyres especially.
rallycross said:
We don't want bald tyres on the road but;
Tyres are checked at mot time and failed or given an Advisory if low.
Tyres are checked at service.
Tyres will also usually be checked during a random stop/check.
If people are too stupid to manage tyre wear between the above I don't see why there should be further checks on the rest of us just due to the few who don't look after their tyres.
New cars don't have an MOT for three years. Some cars have two year service intervals and I've never been stopped for a random check in 9 years of driving.Tyres are checked at mot time and failed or given an Advisory if low.
Tyres are checked at service.
Tyres will also usually be checked during a random stop/check.
If people are too stupid to manage tyre wear between the above I don't see why there should be further checks on the rest of us just due to the few who don't look after their tyres.
Some people are that stupid.
Saw one today, virtually no tread, you could make out where the tread used to be ... cords beginning to show.
I wouldn't normally, but it was in such a shocking state that I bought it to the attention of a passing PCSO.
I honestly don't want anyone to get into trouble, but it was an accident waiting to happen. PCSO left a note, hopefully they will be replaced and that will be the end of it.
If tyres are checked at mot, not sure how it got into that state, other side was no better.
I wouldn't normally, but it was in such a shocking state that I bought it to the attention of a passing PCSO.
I honestly don't want anyone to get into trouble, but it was an accident waiting to happen. PCSO left a note, hopefully they will be replaced and that will be the end of it.
If tyres are checked at mot, not sure how it got into that state, other side was no better.
Edited by mph999 on Sunday 4th January 20:24
Good grief, not more random stops interfering with normal everyday people. Leave me alone, I know how to drive safely, I know how to ensure my car is reliable and safe. But this wouldn't prevent me being ensnared with countless others for a roadside stop, which ultimately would prove fruitless apart from fuelling further resentment of the creeping Nanny State.
My daughter still remembers the time I was late to pick her up from school and she's now doing her final year at uni. The reason for my tardy timekeeping was a ridiculous delay while a bloke in a yellow jacket stuck a probe in my car's exhaust and then proceeded to ask me intrusive questions about my journey.
Seriously, leave me alone. Try to remember the State works for us, not the other way around. I do my bit by being complicit and respectful of the rules, you do your bit by leaving me alone.
My daughter still remembers the time I was late to pick her up from school and she's now doing her final year at uni. The reason for my tardy timekeeping was a ridiculous delay while a bloke in a yellow jacket stuck a probe in my car's exhaust and then proceeded to ask me intrusive questions about my journey.
Seriously, leave me alone. Try to remember the State works for us, not the other way around. I do my bit by being complicit and respectful of the rules, you do your bit by leaving me alone.
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