My father drives on over inflated tyres because it saves fuel. Does it really?
Some drivers believe over inflated tyres make their car handle better. Others put too much air in because they believe it will save fuel. Whatever reason you do it for,…
Category: Tyres
They’re the only thing joining your car to the road so they’re crucial for road safety. Discover all about getting the best tyres for your motor and how you can maintain your tyres to be as safe as possible
How do I work out what space saver size I need for a spare wheel?
Space saver spare wheels are skinny wheel/tyre combinations that go in the boot. You fit them when you have a puncture. Some cars come with them when you buy them…
If I fit bigger wheels to my Dacia Duster, will it ruin the ride quality?
Fitting bigger wheels to any car won’t necessarily ruin the ride quality. However, there’s a good chance it will have a negative impact on how a car performs when it…
My car has no spare wheel. Are tyre inflation kits effective?
We get a lot of questions about these. It’s because the majority of new cars don’t come with a spare wheel. Instead, they’re either equipped with a space saver spare…
How long do tyres last? I bought a set for my car and they only seem to have lasted 10,000 miles
How long tyres last depends on many factors. Broadly speaking, it’s down to the product themselves, how you drive on them, the kind of driving, the type of car they’re…
Is it true that 10-year old tyres will be made illegal?
One thing we never really think about is the age of the tyres on our vehicles. For most of us this doesn’t represent a massive problem. Our car’s rubber usually…
I need a new tyre at the front of my car. Is it OK to get a different make to what’s already on there?
Having a puncture is always inconvenient. It’s not just the disruption it causes but if the tyre can’t be repaired, you need to source a replacement. What kind of tyre…
My car came with an inflation kit. Can you buy space saver spare wheels?
The trend among car makers is to replace full size spare wheels with either skinny spacesaver spare wheels or inflation kits. We get a lot of messages from people complaining…
What are run-flat tyres and can I get them for any car?
Run-flat tyres are designed to be driven on even when they are punctured and have no air inside. They have very stiff sides that will bear the weight of the…
I had a puncture recently and the breakdown man did a tyre repair from the outside. Is this legal?
A tyre that’s been repaired properly can last as long as one that’s never been punctured. But to be legal – and to ensure they’re safe ‑ tyres have to…