Monday 15th July 2024
Having bald tyres on your vehicle is illegal, dangerous, and a common reason for your car to fail its MOT. Formula One Autocentres looks at the penalties you could receive if you drive with bald tyres. What is a bald tyre? A bald tyre involves the tread being worn down below the legal minimum ty... Read More
Monday 8th July 2024
Car tyres don’t last forever. Driving with poor quality or ageing tyres is dangerous and illegal, particularly if: The tyres are under the legal tread depth limit. There is visible tyre damage, such as bulges, exposed cords and cuts. The tyres don’t meet the specifications recommended by the... Read More
Friday 24th May 2024
Have you noticed your car consistently pulls to one side when driving or braking? The worst thing is not knowing what is causing the issue. Ignoring it is not only dangerous but could potentially damage your vehicle. Discover the causes in Formula One Autocentres’ helpful article. Issues with whee... Read More
Friday 3rd May 2024
Nitrogen has been used for years to inflate the tyres on racing cars and aircraft. However, can you inflate your ordinary air-filled tyres with pure nitrogen gas? Formula One Autocentres explores the advantages of using nitrogen gas in your tyres. What are nitrogen-filled tyres? Nitrogen-filled... Read More
Tuesday 30th April 2024
Have you noticed that you have low tyre pressure? If a light flashes up on the dashboard, it could signal that you have underinflated tyres or a pressure imbalance. The tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) tells you if you have potential issues with your tyres. But how does a TPMS work? Formula On... Read More
