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Motorists are being urged to consider using winter tyres on their vehicles as forecasters warn winter weather is finally on its way. As well as checking on anti-freeze levels and stocking up on de-icer, motorists should seriously consider investing in winter tyres for their vehicles as they brace themselves for the seasonal chill, the UK’s largest insurer Aviva advises. Nigel Bartram, Aviva’s senior motor underwriter, said there seemed to be little awareness among consumers about the type of tyres which are available to them, let alone the benefits for a safer journey. He said: “While there is increased use of winter tyres in some sectors, such as supermarket delivery lorries and the emergency services, many motorists are not aware that such tyres are available to them and how they can make a real difference to the way their vehicle grips to the road. “Winter tyres would not prevent all accidents, but their better grip would increase the chances of the driver having a safer journey in difficult conditions.  More