There is a rush at tire shops before the mandatory winter tire application in the capital.

According to the information compiled by the AA correspondent, within the scope of the regulations of the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure, it will be mandatory to use winter tires in commercial vehicles carrying passengers and goods on intercity roads between 15 November and 15 April. Although there is no legal obligation for private cars, it is recommended to use winter tires for safe driving.

Winter tires provide better grip than summer tires on wet, snowy and muddy surfaces in conditions where the temperature drops below 7 degrees.

Those who do not have winter tires installed on their vehicles, which are mandatory, will be fined.

"There are things we cannot complete during the day"

Arif Yiyit, the operator of the tire changing service in Ankara, said that it is almost time for the winter tire application to start and that customers waiting for the last days is causing the intensity.

Yiyit emphasized the importance of using winter tires when the temperature drops below 7 degrees and stated that tire stocks may decrease and prices may change during this period.

Stating that it is beneficial for drivers to have their tires changed as soon as possible, Yiyit said, "As November 15th approaches, the intensity has increased. There are jobs that we cannot complete during the day. The work that we would normally complete in half an hour takes 1-2 hours due to the intensity. Even though we have 10 service personnel, the work cannot be done. We continue to work on disassembling and installing new tires, starting in the morning with a full staff, until the evening." he said.

"Our customers should make an appointment and have their tires installed before it gets busy."

Tire dealer Ömer Yiyit stated that he left the sales area and started working in the field due to workload, and that customers leaving tire changes to the last days caused the intensity.

Manager Ali Yılmaz also stated that the intensity of tire changes is at an extreme level and said, "Our customers should make an appointment as soon as possible before the rush and come and have their tires installed comfortably." he said.

Driver Hayati Keskin stated that he had been waiting for about 4 hours and advised drivers to come early in the morning to change their tires.