Department of Electromechanical Services to inspect tire replacement shops

The Cyprus Department of Electromechanical Services has announced that it will conduct inspections of tire replacement shops following a viral social media incident. In the video, a loose tire was seen rolling uncontrollably along a highway, posing a significant threat to motorists and passengers. The Department aims to verify that all shops are strictly adhering to established safety protocols for the mounting and securing of vehicle wheels. This initiative serves as a measure to enhance road safety and prevent future occurrences of similar dangerous mechanical failures. Officials emphasized that the correct installation of wheels is a critical safety issue for all road users. The findings of these inspections will be publicly released once the oversight process is concluded. No specific timeline for the completion of these checks was provided in the initial statement.