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Get to grips with winter tyres

Too few fleet operators grasp the benefits of fitting winter tyres to their vehicles and could be putting drivers in danger. That's the warning from national tyre retailer ATS Euromaster, which is urging businesses to consider investing in winter tyres.
"We can't stress how important it is to ensure tyres are safe and appropriate for the weather conditions," says ATS's Anita Ellis. "There's a real lack of understanding when it comes to winter vehicle tyres." Winter tyres work best when the temperature drops below 7°C – which occurred for 173 days last winter, between October 2012 and March 2013. Not only do they provide better braking, but they will also improve vehicle stability and control.

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