As drivers we try to prepare for the cold and bleak months of winter, and it is important to plan now for the heavy rain, frost and snow that we usually get at some point. There are people that do not worry about preparing their cars for winter and expect them to start first time and run well every journey and if you are fortunate enough to have a new car this may be true but if you find yourself driving a car that is more than a few years old it is wise to plan ahead for the winter months saving yourself the stress of a break down.
In winter, the need for good tyres is paramount to the safety of the driver and passengers. It is worth investing in specialist winter tyres on your vehicle if you can afford it as safety should be a priority. However, if the current tyres are of good quality and there is plenty of tread left on them there is no need to change them unnecessarily.
Many dealerships and garages offer a winter vehicle check for a small cost and as part of this service they can check the vehicle tyres to see if they are still roadworthy and suitable for winter driving.