TyreSafe has announced a significant milestone partnership with the Metropolitan Police, marking the road safety organisation's 250th supporter and representing a major step forward in its mission to eliminate tyre-related casualties.
The collaboration is particularly noteworthy given the Metropolitan Police's status as the UK's largest police force, responsible for policing one of the nation's most complex and diverse road networks. The partnership will see the force gain access to TyreSafe's comprehensive suite of evidence-based resources, campaign materials and vehicle-specific guidance to support its road safety efforts across the capital.
A key element of the partnership involves TyreSafe providing specialist training to frontline officers and road policing teams, whilst also engaging directly with road users about the critical role tyres play in vehicle safety. This approach recognises that effective enforcement must be coupled with education to achieve lasting improvements in road safety outcomes.
Hayley Webb, Acting Superintendent for Roads Policing at the Metropolitan Police Roads and Transport Policing Command, emphasised the importance of addressing what is often an overlooked aspect of vehicle safety. "Tyres are fundamental to vehicle safety, yet they are often overlooked by road users," she said. "This partnership with TyreSafe will support our ongoing work to improve road safety across London by helping us raise awareness of tyre condition, legality and maintenance.
"By working together, we can better engage drivers, riders and fleet operators, and reinforce the simple checks that can prevent collisions and save lives."
The partnership comes at an opportune time, aligning with TyreSafe's expanding range of vehicle-specific safety toolkits designed to support targeted enforcement, education and engagement activities. For the London metropolitan area, these resources are particularly relevant, covering guidance for powered two-wheeled vehicles, cars, vans and fleet vehicles. Looking ahead, taxi and private hire vehicle-specific guidance is scheduled for launch in 2026, addressing the needs of London's significant professional driving community.
Stuart Lovatt, TyreSafe Chair, described the announcement as a pivotal moment for the organisation. "Welcoming the Metropolitan Police as TyreSafe's 250th supporter is a hugely significant moment for our organisation," he said. "As the UK's largest police force, the Metropolitan Police plays a vital role in keeping millions of road users safe every day.
"This partnership reflects the growing recognition that tyre safety is a critical component of road safety and roads policing. By working together, we can ensure that consistent, evidence-led messages reach drivers, riders and operators across London and beyond."
The announcement comes amid continued concern about tyre-related risk on UK roads. TyreSafe's ongoing research consistently highlights the role that illegal or poorly maintained tyres play in road collisions, underscoring the importance of partnerships with enforcement agencies in addressing this preventable cause of casualties.
Police force partnerships remain central to TyreSafe's broader mission of reducing casualties and working towards a future free from tyre-related incidents. As the organisation approaches its 20th anniversary in 2026, its supporter network continues to expand across industry, enforcement, government and community stakeholders, reinforcing the message that tyre safety is a shared responsibility.
With the Metropolitan Police now on board, TyreSafe's reach extends further into communities across the capital, potentially impacting millions of road users and contributing to safer journeys for all who travel on London's roads.
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