MOTORISTS in East Lancashire were warned their tyres could be potential killers.

Rumanian-made Danubiana tyres had been on sale throughout the county and drivers were urged to return them immediately.

Department of Transport tests showed the tyres did not meet required standards, and might fail if used for high-speed driving.

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