Tyre problems can make a vehicle unsafe to drive, especially if the tyre is flat, split, badly worn or damaged after hitting a pothole. In some cases, the safest option is to transport the car to a tyre shop instead of trying to drive it there.

A professional vehicle transport service can collect the vehicle and deliver it safely to a tyre shop, garage or wheel specialist anywhere in the UK.

When tyre problems may require transport

Cars may need vehicle transport to a tyre shop when:

• One or more tyres are completely flat
• The tyre sidewall is damaged
• The vehicle has no spare wheel
• The wheel is damaged after hitting a kerb or pothole
• The car has been standing and the tyres are cracked
• The vehicle is not safe to drive to the tyre shop

Why driving on damaged tyres is risky

Driving on a flat or damaged tyre can cause more than tyre damage. It can also damage the wheel, suspension, steering and bodywork. If the tyre fails completely on the road, it can become dangerous very quickly.

Transporting the vehicle avoids unnecessary risk and protects the car before repair.

Common destinations for tyre related transport

Vehicles with tyre problems are often transported to:

• Tyre fitting centres
• Wheel repair specialists
• Local garages
• MOT repair centres
• Home addresses after inspection

What information to provide when booking

When asking for a vehicle transport quote, provide:

• Vehicle make, model and registration
• How many tyres are flat or damaged
• Whether the car starts
• Whether it can roll and steer
• Where the vehicle is parked
• Collection and tyre shop postcodes

Photos of the tyre damage and vehicle position can help the transporter plan loading.

Access at tyre shops

Some tyre shops are located on busy roads or small industrial estates. It is useful to confirm where the vehicle should be unloaded and whether there is enough space for the transport truck.

A safer way to handle tyre problems

If your car has a serious tyre issue, professional vehicle transport in the UK gives you a safe way to move it to a tyre shop without damaging the vehicle further or risking a dangerous drive.