Gardaí will be out and about Tipperary with checkpoints targeting one thing today

There will be checkpoints across Tipperary today to ensure that drivers are safe on the roads and that cars are roadworthy and one of the most important things is tyres..

Gardai said they will be out and about: "today is Tyre safety Day..... Take a few minutes to check your car.

"Your tyres are the only point of contact between your car, van or truck and the road, and their importance to a car’s safety is essential.

"Checking your tyres will improve your safety by identifying damages.

"If you don't check them, Gardaí will while they are across the county today doing checkpoints targeting tyres. Don't take the chance with safety."