all weather tyres
The Firestone Multihawk tyre is a great all round car tyre. With increased tread block stiffness the Firestone Multihawk provides great wet and dry weather handling, superb braking performance and strong resistance to wear. The edges of the tread have been rounded, this simple change increases water drainage, which in turn reduces the chances of aquaplaning. Firestone […]
It would be easy to become confused by the different names the tyre companies give to tyres aimed at different seasons, as they aren’t always what they first appear. In this post we’ll try to clarify what tyres you need and when. Here in the UK, most car tyres that are currently fitted, that you […]
Yokohama has been around for the best part of 100 years. The company makes lots of different products, although they are mostly known for their car tyres. As well as car and van tyres they make various items from conveyor belts to fuel tanks for aircraft. Yokohama are responsible for many items that we all use in […]
With the weather forecast looking grim, it is worth considering the benefits of winter tyres for your van. Winter car tyres are incredibly popular for current UK tyres. Certainly for vans it is more important to keep a van on the road earning money. Tyre manufacturer Bridgestone has even got a choice of 4 winter van […]
This winter make sure your tyres are safe and legal. Although the legal limit for UK tyres is 1.6mm across 75% of the tyre the recommendation is to replace the tyre when the tread is reduced down to 3mm. The tread gives you traction with the road and clears the rain water. It is worth remembering that your […]
There are several key elements that need to be considered before you choose your new cheap tyres online with Grippy. Whether your tyres are being changed or replaced because they are old and worn or to improve the performance of your vehicle you should think about the following: Firstly the tyres you choose should be the same size as […]
You may have heard of aquaplaning but what exactly is it and how does it happen? It’s when a layer of water builds up between the rubber of your vehicles tyres and the surface of the road leading to a traction loss, therefore stopping the vehicle from being able to respond in certain ways such as […]
The Goodyear Wrangler range offer high performance 4×4, off-road terrain, and all weather tyres. Perfect for 4×4 vehicles, the Goodyear Wrangler F1 is a firm and reliable off-road tyre, especially in the wet or on mud. Its unique tread compound disperses water quickly, ensuring you keep a tight grip as well as reduced noise levels […]