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Date Posted: 25 November 2025

We get it… tyres aren’t exactly the most exciting topic. Until there's a warning light, a weird vibration or your car just doesn’t feel right. Then suddenly, tyres become very important!

So, let's talk about them in plain English. No jargon. No pressure. Just everything you need to know to drive safer, save money, and get the best performance from your car.

Because if there’s one thing we care about at D. M. Keith, it’s helping you enjoy every mile - confidently and comfortably.


Why Your Car Tyres Are So Important

Your tyres affect braking distance, fuel efficiency, grip, and handling, which is why regular tyre safety checks are essential. Poor tyre condition is one of the most common reasons for MOT failure and road accidents.

UK Tyre Tread Depth Law (and Safety Recommendation)

  • Legal minimum tread depth: 1.6mm

💡 Quick hack: pop a 20p coin into the tread. If you can see the outer rim, it’s time to think about new tyres.

How to Maintain Your Tyres (and Save Money)

DO DON’T
Check tyre pressure regularly Mix different tyre brands
Rotate tyres every 5-8k miles Ignore alignment issues
Inspect for damage Drive on underinflated tyres
Book a tyre safety check Wait until your MOT fails

💡 Did you know tyres inflated correctly can improve fuel economy by up to 20%.

Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late

Tyres might not be the most glamorous part of your car, but they’re absolutely one of the most important. A quick check now could save you from costly repairs, keep your family safer, and even improve your fuel efficiency.

Don’t wait until it’s too late, why not swing by D. M. Keith for a free, friendly tyre check. We’ll inspect your tread depth, check your tyre pressure, look for cracks or bulges, and give you honest advice on whether it’s time to replace them. No pushy sales talk – just peace of mind.

Book your tyre check today and drive with confidence.
Call us, book online, or pop into your nearest D. M. Keith branch – we’ll have the kettle on and your tyres ready for a proper check!

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D. M. Keith Limited, D. M. Keith (RGL) Limited, D. M. Keith (RGD) Limited, D. M. Keith (CA) Limited & Ringways (Hire & Leasing) Ltd are an appointed representative of ITC Compliance Limited which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (their registration number is 313486). Permitted activities include advising on and arranging general insurance contracts and acting as a credit broker not a lender.

We can introduce you to a limited number of finance providers. We do not charge a fee for our Consumer Credit services. We do not act as a financial adviser, or fiduciary. We act in our own interest, whichever lender we introduce you to, we will typically receive commission from them based on either a fixed fee or a fixed percentage of the amount you borrow. Any and all commission amounts will be fully disclosed to you as part of your sales journey. You will be required to give your fully informed consent to our receipt of this commission. By doing this, you acknowledge that you understand our role as a credit broker, and that we will receive a financial incentive if you take out a loan from a lender that we introduce you to.

All finance applications are subject to status, terms and conditions apply, UK residents only, 18s or over, Guarantees may be required. All group companies VAT registration No. GB169785889.

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