JOYCE WATSON, Assembly Member for Mid and West Wales, is highlighting new research which suggests that British drivers are wasting a cumulative £1 billion in fuel as a result of insufficient tyre pressure.
Research from Cooper Tire Europe has found that some 95 per cent of cars have at least one tyre under-inflated by around ten per cent.
Mrs Watson said: "Fuel consumption can increase by 2.5 per cent as a result of under-inflated tyres. As we see increases in fuel prices and increased pressure on our finances, maintaining proper tyre pressure is one simple way to save money and fuel.
"Environmental groups tell us that maintaining tyre pressure can also reduce a motorist’s environmental impact.
"Most importantly, maintaining proper tyre pressure is also safer. Under-inflated tyres can mean increased stopping distances which can result in more accidents.
"Checking your tyre pressure is a small task which could make a big difference."
24th June 2008
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