Colder weather has increased demand for winter tyres in Havza, Samsun. Tyre shop employee Abdurrahman Teber urged drivers not to leave changes until the last few days.

Falling temperatures have brought more drivers to tyre shops for winter tyre changes in Havza, a district of Samsun. According to Mynet Finans, commercial vehicle owners in particular want to complete their changes before the mandatory winter tyre requirement is due to take effect on 15 November. For drivers planning a tyre change in Havza, the practical concern is to avoid leaving it until the final days, when demand is expected to increase. Teber recommends changing tyres early to avoid difficulties. His advice is particularly relevant to commercial vehicle owners visiting shops ahead of the mandatory requirement. Teber also advises drivers to have checks carried out when their tyres are changed. He recommends going beyond simply changing the tyres and having their tread depth, air pressure and overall condition checked as well. According to Teber, winter tyres matter not only for complying with the rules but also for protecting lives and property. He says they improve grip at low temperatures and help shorten braking distances. His call for drivers to change their tyres therefore concerns driving safety as well as legal compliance. The report describes the current increase in activity as an observation, while the prospect of demand rising further in the final days is Teber’s forecast. According to Mynet Finans, winter tyres are mandatory for all commercial vehicles from 15 November to 15 April. The report states that winter tyres are not a legal requirement for private cars, but their use is recommended.Key facts about the requirement and demand
Why timing matters for vehicle owners
Why should winter tyres be seen as more than a legal requirement?
Questions about winter tyre requirements
What dates apply to commercial vehicles?
Are winter tyres also mandatory for private cars?