Why Checking Your Tyres Every Month Matters for Every Wigan Driver

Your tyres are the only part of your vehicle that actually touch the road, yet they’re one of the most overlooked parts of car maintenance. A quick monthly check — just a few minutes — can make a huge difference to your safety, fuel efficiency, and the lifespan of your tyres. For drivers across Wigan, Standish, Hindley, Orrell, Shevington, and surrounding areas, this simple habit is one of the easiest ways to stay safe on the road all year round.

Monthly checks help you spot problems early. Tyres naturally lose pressure over time, tread wears down, and small bits of damage can appear without you noticing. Left unchecked, these issues can lead to poor grip, longer braking distances, reduced fuel economy, and in the worst cases, sudden tyre failure. A few minutes of attention each month prevents all of that.

What to Check Each Month

• Tyre pressure — Under‑inflated tyres increase fuel consumption and make your car harder to control. Over‑inflated tyres reduce grip. Check pressures when the tyres are cold and compare them to the manufacturer’s recommended levels.
• Tread depth — The legal minimum is 1.6mm, but performance drops well before that. Use a tread gauge or the 20p test to make sure your tyres can handle wet roads.
• Sidewall condition — Look for cuts, bulges, cracking, or anything unusual. Damage here can worsen quickly.
• Uneven wear — If one side of the tyre is wearing faster, you may need wheel alignment. Catching this early saves money and improves handling.
• Embedded objects — Nails, screws, or stones can cause slow punctures. Many punctures are repairable if caught early.

How to Do a Quick Monthly Check

Walk around your vehicle and inspect each tyre visually. Use a pressure gauge at home or at a local air machine. Check tread depth with a simple gauge or coin. If anything looks or feels off — even slightly — it’s always better to get it checked properly. These small monthly habits keep your tyres performing at their best and reduce the risk of unexpected problems on busy roads or long motorway journeys.

If in Doubt, Pop In — We’re Here to Help

At A&M Tyres, Wigan, we’re friendly, experienced, and always honest. If you’re unsure about your tyres, just call in — we’ll check them for you, explain what we see, and give straightforward advice. And importantly, we never replace a tyre that’s still safe for the road. If it’s good, we’ll tell you. If it needs attention, we’ll guide you through your options without pressure or upselling.