Tyres Advice


Why you should check your car’s wheel alignment every season

Monday 28th April 2025

How prepared is your car as the weather starts to change? Did you know that your car’s components are affected over time by atmospheric changes? Your tyres and wheels are especially impacted by changes in temperature. Discover why the change in seasons is a great time for car maintenance checks, how... Read More

How far can you drive on a flat or punctured tyre?

Friday 28th February 2025

Do you have a flat tyre and want to know if you can risk driving with it? Not sure if you’ll make it to a garage? Find out how long you can drive on a flat tyre and how to fix it.  How far can I drive without damaging the wheel?  Not very far. It’s recommended that you don’t drive with a flat tyre... Read More

How to understand tyre markings

Monday 27th January 2025

Ever wondered what tyre markings mean? Do you need to find out what tyres you need or just curious?  Whether it’s checking your tyre size or learning about your tyre’s ability to perform in winter conditions, you’ll understand what the digits and letters mean by the end of this article.  How to re... Read More

The dangers of driving with low tyre pressure

Friday 10th January 2025

Low tyre pressure can affect many aspects of your vehicle, including safety and performance.   However, many motorists don’t regularly check their car’s tyre pressure for all four tyres. Having the correct tyre pressure is essential for preventing you and your passengers from being involved in an a... Read More

Why is tyre rotation important?

Friday 13th December 2024

Tyre rotation involves periodically swapping the position of your car’s tyres. It can include swapping the tyres from the right-hand side to the left-hand side of your car or front tyres with the rear tyres. However, some tyres are directional, or the front and back tyres can be different sizes. Fo... Read More

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