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<p>In June 2019 the Department launched a public consultation seeking views on a proposed
ban on tyres aged 10 years and older from heavy goods vehicles, heavy trailers, buses,
coaches and minibuses.</p><p> </p><p>At the same time, the Department published research
that explores the link between age and tyre integrity. Although the research is not
statistically conclusive, it suggests that corrosion, which can affect the tyre’s
structure, is more likely to be found in older tyres. Investigations into two fatal
collisions involving heavy vehicles concluded that tyre failure occurred as a result
of structural deterioration due to age.</p><p> </p><p>We are not aware of any scientific
studies that specifically explore the statistical risk of tyre blow-outs for heavy
goods vehicles or coaches in each year after manufacture.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p>
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