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Disabled Motoring UK Partners with TyreSafe to Champion Road Safety

Posted in News on Friday, January 30th, 2026

Disabled Motoring UK (DMUK), the national charity representing the rights and accessibility of disabled motorists, passengers, and Blue Badge holders, is proud to announce a vital new partnership with TyreSafe, the UK’s leading tyre safety charity.

With over 16.1 million disabled people in the UK, millions rely on private transport not just for convenience, but as a fundamental lifeline to maintain independence, access employment, attend healthcare appointments, and participate in community life. This new partnership highlights the critical role that vehicle maintenance, specifically tyre safety, plays in ensuring those journeys remain safe, reliable, and accessible.

For many of our members, a vehicle breakdown is more than an inconvenience; it can represent a significant safety risk and a loss of mobility. Tyres are the only part of a vehicle in contact with the road, directly affecting braking performance, grip in wet conditions, and overall handling. Through this collaboration, DMUK and TyreSafe will work together to raise awareness about the importance of routine tyre checks. We aim to promote simple, actionable steps that ensure vehicles remain roadworthy and capable of delivering optimum performance, particularly in poor weather. Graham Footer, CEO of Disabled Motoring UK, commented: "For many disabled people, a car isn’t a convenience, it’s a lifeline. Ensuring that vehicles are safe, reliable, and able to perform as expected is crucial, particularly when it comes to braking and grip in wet or challenging conditions. Our partnership with TyreSafe helps reinforce the importance of good tyre maintenance as part of everyday vehicle care, supporting safer journeys and greater confidence for disabled motorists."

This partnership reflects our shared commitment to improving road safety and protecting mobility. We aim to ensure that disabled people are not placed at unnecessary risk due to preventable vehicle issues.

Stuart Lovatt, Chair of TyreSafe, added: "Tyre safety is fundamental for every road user, but for disabled motorists, confidence in how a vehicle performs—especially when braking or driving in wet conditions—is essential. By partnering with Disabled Motoring UK, we can help ensure tyre safety advice reaches those who depend most on their vehicles, reinforcing that properly maintained tyres are essential for safety, reliability, and peace of mind."

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