Yokohama UK, in collaboration with OBDeleven, is championing the significance of routine tyre inspections, particularly in the colder months.
Recent findings from OBDeleven's diagnostic tool have unveiled over 50,000 issues with tyre pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) in a three-month period, shedding light on potential inaccuracies in these systems. The Department for Transport underscores that inadequately maintained tyres contributed to 25% of road accidents involving vehicle faults.
While TPMS is obligatory in new vehicles, OBDeleven issues a cautionary note, highlighting the potential for system failure and sensor battery depletion. Drivers are strongly encouraged to conduct manual tyre pressure checks, especially during winter, as TPMS is not a substitute for traditional inspections recommended by the Highway Code. The use of diagnostic tools is recommended for added security in identifying faulty monitoring systems. Yokohama Tyres supports this initiative, underscoring the pivotal role of optimal tyre conditions in vehicle performance, handling, braking, and legal compliance.
Importance of Regular Tyre Checks:
In a joint effort, Yokohama UK and OBDeleven are amplifying the call for regular tyre checks, emphasizing their critical role in vehicle safety and performance. As winter conditions pose unique challenges to tyre integrity, drivers are urged to be vigilant in maintaining optimal tyre conditions.
OBDeleven's Diagnostic Tool Reveals Alarming TPMS Issues:
OBDeleven, a licensed Bluetooth diagnostics tool, has uncovered a staggering 50,000 issues with tyre pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) in just three months. This revelation raises concerns about the accuracy and reliability of TPMS in modern cars, prompting a reevaluation of the role these systems play in ensuring road safety.
Department for Transport Highlights Tyre Maintenance's Impact on Road Safety:
According to the Department for Transport, 25% of road accidents attributed to vehicle faults are linked to poorly maintained tyres. This statistic underscores the urgent need for drivers to prioritize regular tyre checks, especially in the face of potential TPMS inaccuracies.
Cautionary Note on TPMS Reliability:
While TPMS is a mandatory feature in new vehicles, OBDeleven issues a cautionary note, warning that these systems can fail, and the batteries in TPMS sensors may run out. Drivers are reminded that manual tyre pressure checks remain essential, particularly during the winter months, and should not be replaced by reliance on TPMS readings alone.
Encouraging the Use of Diagnostic Tools for Added Security:
In advocating for enhanced vehicle safety, the use of diagnostic tools is encouraged to identify potential faults in TPMS and other monitoring systems. This additional layer of security ensures that drivers have a comprehensive understanding of their vehicle's health beyond what TPMS alone can provide.
Yokohama Tyres Stresses the Vital Role of Optimal Tyre Conditions:
Yokohama Tyres supports the joint initiative, emphasizing the critical role of optimal tyre conditions in overall vehicle performance, handling, braking, and legal compliance. The collaboration between Yokohama and OBDeleven seeks to raise awareness about the multifaceted importance of tyre maintenance in promoting road safety.
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