Tricks vulcanisers use to defraud motorists

An air pressure equipment and a vulcaniser at work
| credits: John Ameh

A tyre is a vital component of any functional vehicle. It is also the point of contact between the vehicle and the ground.

 Experts say that a car with a healthy engine is worthless if it lacks good tyres.

Tyres glide on the surface of roads and their condition can either cause accidents or prevent them. This underscores the importance of tyres as sensitive parts of a vehicle.

Apart from being exposed to wear and tear, the pressure of the tyre is a major issue in road safety.

According to a report posted on tyresafe.org, a correct tyre pressure is vital to the safety of human lives on the road.