The tyre company Continental is recalling a type that’s been widely sold in Switzerland. They say there’s a risk of a sudden deflation caused by a fault.
It effects the tyres sold under the name of ContiEcoContact 5 which fits many passenger cars.
The tyres will be replaced free of charge.
The Federal Roads Office says anyone affected should contact their tyre dealer or garage.
Details: ContiEcoContact 5” passenger car tires in the size 235/55 R 17 103 H XL.
Billions of dollars of smuggled gold in Switzerland
Switzerland is a major recipient of smuggled gold from Africa.
Man killed by misfired ceremonial cannon
A man was killed in canton Valais yesterday when a ceremonial cannon misfired.
Air ambulance closes A1
The air ambulance had to land on the A1 autoroute yesterday morning after a serious accident on the Coppet exit.
Preparations for autoroute jet landing
The air force is preparing to land a jet fighter on a section of autoroute next week.
French customs list haul from Switzerland
French customs officials have released details of the illegal goods they’ve intercepted entering the country from Switzerland last year.
Campaign to fight fake festival tickets
The summer music season is coming up – and festival organisers are warning about the dangers of fake tickets.
