Wet Weather Driving
Wet Weather Driving Conditions
Wet weather driving conditions can be hazardous for motorists. The wet weather makes it longer for your vehicle to stop.
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Summer Holiday Tyre Safety Tips
Tyre Safety Tips For The Summer Holidays
The Summer holidays are finally here, tyre safety tips you should consider before setting off on long journeys.
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Tyre Blowouts
Tyre blowouts what you should and should not do
Although not that common tyre blowouts do occur. When a tyre fails while you are travelling on the road it can certainly be a daunting experience and potentially dangerous. They are ways in which you can reduce the likelihood of it happening in the first place, it is still good to be prepared in case it does happen. Firstly it is important to remain calm, which is often easier said than done.
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Under Inflated Tyres
How under inflated tyres can affect a vehicle
Under inflated tyres can become very dangerous to yourself and other road users if not identified early. By identifying tyre deflation early, it ensures you can begin carrying out the correct procedures for your tyres to be road ready in a safe way.
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Electric Vehicle Tyres
Electric Vehicle Tyres – The Facts
Electric vehicles (EVs) are continuing to gain popularity. However, the electric vehicle tyres also play a crucial role in ensuring optimal performance, efficiency, and safety.
The distinct characteristics which electric (EV) vehicles have also influence the tyre requirements. For example, the weight of EVs is a lot more due to hte heavy battery packs. Weight distribution can impact the tyres wear and also its performance. Manufacturers generally design the EV tyres to accommodate for the extra load to ensure a efficient and smooth driving experience.
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Tyre Markings
Tyre Markings What Do They Mean?
When it comes to tyre markings it is importance when driving a vehicle to have a good understanding of what the markings on the sidewall mean. Did you know they can affect the performance, safety and the overall life span of your tyres.
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The importance of wheel alignment
The impact of wheel alignment on the roads
Vehicle wheel alignment has a very big impact on how your vehicle functions. This could be vehicle handling characteristics that can change the way your vehicle functions which changes the safety level and requirements. If wheel alignment is not correct it can also affect the durability of your tyres due to uneven stress centres and higher rates of wear and tear. Wheel alignment in its simplest form is the adjustment of the suspension of a vehicle to alter the angle at which the tyre meets the road. Specifications are put in place by the manufacturer to have an optimum alignment to provide the utmost safety and handling abilities when driving. Having wheels that arent aligned can also lead to the MPG of the vehicle decreasing which causes a financial loss long term.
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Can the cold affect tyre pressures?
Cold affecting tyre pressures
Have you alerts flashing on your vehicle regarding your tyre pressures?
When the winter sets in, it is important to ensure your vehicle is prepared for these colder temperatures.
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Hazardous road conditions
Hazardous Road Conditions
Hazardous road conditions are often related to heavy rain, snow and ice. However windy conditions are also another important factor motorists should be aware of.
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Checking your tyres for the winter
The importance of checking your tyres for the winter
Did you know that 1 in 5 drivers have never checked their tyres for the winter? Older tyres which are worn can be dangerous in any weather but its a lot more important to keep an eye on your tread when it comes to the darker nights and wetter weather conditions.
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