The Department of Electromechanical Services is proceeding with inspections of wheel replacement workshops, after an incident that occurred on the highway with a wheel on the road network.
The full announcement:
Following the publication on social media of an incident in which a wheel was seen moving uncontrollably on the highway, creating a serious danger to drivers and passengers, the Department of Electromechanical Services is proceeding with inspections at wheel replacement workshops.
The purpose of the inspections is to ascertain compliance with the prescribed procedures and to take all necessary measures to protect road safety and the public.
The Department of Electromechanical Services emphasizes that the correct installation and securing of wheels is a critical safety issue and calls on all workshops to strictly apply the appropriate technical procedures.
The results of the audits will be announced upon completion of the process.
