Calls for stricter regulations on part-worn tyre sales amid safety concerns

Industry specialists urge government action to support Trading Standards and protect motorists

Calls for stricter regulations on part-worn tyre sales amid safety concerns
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Industry specialists are calling for an urgent review of regulations surrounding the sale of part-worn tyres in the UK, amid growing concerns about road safety. Letters have been sent to the Transport Secretary and the Business and Trade Secretary, demanding an overhaul of the current rules as the market for pre-owned tyres expands.

Auto Express is advocating for the government to strengthen regulations for part-worn tyre retailers through an officially backed accreditation scheme. The outlet suggests this would provide consumers with a greater level of quality and service, potentially increasing costs slightly but improving peace of mind.

The Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI) acknowledged that while complaints in this area are not currently high compared to other consumer issues, the DVSA has stated it collaborates with local Trading Standards offices on intelligence-led investigations into non-compliant part-worn tyre sales. The DVSA also ensures basic tyre safety checks are part of MOT tests and roadside enforcement.

Ruth Cadbury MP, Chair of the Transport Select Committee, highlighted that defective tyres contribute to a rising number of serious road incidents, with 384 such incidents recorded in 2023, resulting in 13 fatalities. She stressed the need to clamp down on traders selling substandard part-worn tyres and to equip local authority Trading Standards teams with the necessary expertise and resources for investigations.

Andy MacNae MP, Chair of the all-party parliamentary group for transport safety (PACTS), echoed these concerns, stating that while a market exists for part-worn tyres, it is crucial to ensure their safety to protect customers and other road users. He hopes the government will seriously consider this issue in its upcoming Road Safety Strategy.

Source: Huddersfield Examiner.

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