Mike Brewer has warned tyres could become damaged this winter (Image: X / @MikeBrewer)
TV host Mike Brewer has urged motorists to follow an to a vital component this winter.
With many road users off work for the Christmas holidays, it’s possible many cars will not be used until the New Year.
Meanwhile, the cold weather over winter is likely to prevent second cars from getting out of the garage.
In particular, owners tend to hide away over the winter, meaning some vehicles may not be driven for months.
Leaving a vehicle parked up may appear harmless, but not using it for too long
Tyres can become flat if they are not being used (Image: Getty)
problems, with rubber likely to deflate slightly unless it is kept active.
To prevent serious issues from developing, Mike has encouraged road users to simply roll their car backwards and forwards slightly.
This will help alleviate some of the pressure and keep tyres in good shape for their next big journey.
He previously told Express.co.uk: “Roll the car forwards five inches and then roll it backwards ten inches just so you roll the tyres around, you don’t square the tyres.”
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The section of the tyre touching the ground can become rigid
This can create major flat spots over the surface of the rubber even just a few months after a vehicle is stopped.
Driving with a dangerous or defective tyre can result in motorists being hit with a £2,500 fine and up to three penalty points on their driving licence.
stressed road users are likely to notice “poor handling” and “loss of control” if they don’t look after their tyres throughout the winter.
They explained: “You may find that your tyres lose pressure or start to slightly deflate over time while the car is immobile. This will only increase the risk of flat spots developing, as more surface area of the tyre sits on the ground.
“Remember that having tyres that aren’t properly inflated can result in poor handling, and potentially even a loss of vehicle control. Because of this, it’s really important that you check your tyre pressure before you drive if your car has sat stationary for a while.
“You can usually find information on what your specific model’s tyre pressure should be in either the manufacturer’s handbook, in the driver’s door area, or inside the fuel filler flap.”