The ROP has urged motorists to be careful about tyre bursts. It has urged commuters to check the validity of tyres before going on long rides to avoid accidents.

'Drivers should check the condition of tyres, before embarking on long journeys. Checking the validity of vehicle tyres before travelling is a must to avoid accidents. People need to be careful for their own safety and of other road users,' an ROP official said.

The number of road accidents increases during the summers, said the official and hence it is important to check how old your tyre is.

'The age of a tyre is written on the sidewall of the tyre. It is called the DOT code. For example, if a tyre has 1418 written on it, it means it was manufactured in the 14th calendar week of the year 2018.'

According to National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI), the number of accidents reported in June 2019 stood at 210, compared to 180 in May and 163 in April.

The number of accidents related to tyre bursts is unavailable, but experts say it is a reason for many accidents and so choosing the right size is important.

'The size of the tyre must correspond to the vehicle because driving a vehicle with a tyre not corresponding to its specification can causes rapid erosion. The driver may loose control of the vehicle while driving. A customer should ensure that he purchases good quality and correct size tyres,' the ROP official said.

Another important aspect of tyre safety is maintaining the recommended pressure at all times. Experts say driving at high speed and braking constantly with tyres that have less pressure or more can also damage the tyres. Excessive load on tyres under extreme temperatures can also cause damage.

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