Published: | in Tyre Tips | Comments Off on The History of the Tyre
The first rubber tyre was made in the mid 1800s, in an advancement from the bands of iron that were used on the wooden wheels of carts and wagons. Originally, the rubber was used on its own, carrying the entire load of the vehicle, but in 1845, inflated tyres – from then on known as […]
Published: | in Tyre Tips | Comments Off on How Are Tyres Made?
Your car’s tyres provide you with stability, grip, handling, a smooth ride and keep you safe in all conditions. But have you ever wondered how your tyres are made, and what attributes make a hardwearing, quality tyre? Tyres are made from up to 200 different raw materials, and several layers, all of which combine to […]
Published: | in Tyre Tips | Comments Off on Tyre Terminology Explained – Part 2
Here’s part 2 of our tyre terminology explained series – making the world of tyres a little bit simpler… Looking for replacement tyres, or buying tyres online can be a minefield of confusion terminology and technical terms. It can all be a bit overwhelming, and you may feel too embarrassed to ask for an explanation […]
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Looking for replacement tyres, or buying tyres online can be a minefield of confusion terminology and technical terms. It can all be a bit overwhelming, and you may feel too embarrassed to ask for an explanation in person at a garage. Fear not! Here are some of the most common technical terms, explained in a […]
Published: | in Tyre Tips | Comments Off on Worn Out Tyres Increase Stopping Distance
As your tyres begin to wear, the stopping distance of your car increases. Once the tread depth of your tyres gets below 3mm, braking distance increases quite dramatically. Even more so in wet conditions. Longer stopping distances mean slower responses to traffic lights, hazards and sudden braking, putting you at greater risk of an accident […]
Published: | in Tyre Tips | Comments Off on Buying Cheap Tyres Online
Buying cheap tyres online is a sure-fire way to save money and make replacing your tyres stress-free and easy. All you need to do to get started is to check your tyre size or have your registration number handy. Using an online tyre website like Grippy.co.uk allows you to browse all the available tyres for […]
Published: | in Tyre Tips | Comments Off on Are Part Worn Tyres Worth it?
Buying part-worn tyres may seem like a good way to save money, but it could turn out to be a false economy – or worse, the cause of an accident. The problem with part-worn tyres is that suppliers often don’t know where they came from. They could have been taken from a scrapyard, or off […]
As we approach the winter weather, there are a variety of things you can do to prepare your car and its tyres. One that involves the least effort is a trip to the local garage for a basic vehicle check, but there is plenty you can do yourself at home. Firstly, turn all the lights […]
Published: | in Tyre News, Tyre Tips | Comments Off on Will Winter Tyres Affect Your Insurance?
Last year, there was some confusion over the validity of car insurance when fitting winter tyres. This was because some companies claimed that this change in tyres was a modification that required higher cover or premium. However, Simon Douglas, director of AA insurance, assures drivers that this is not the case and that winter tyres […]
Published: | in Tyre News, Tyre Tips | Comments Off on National Tyre Safety Day
It’s national tyre safety day today, so take a minute to do the following quick checks on your vehicles tyres! 1) Tyre Tread Depth – Legal tread depth for tyres is over 1.6mm, although most tyre manufacturers advise you to have tread depth of over 3mm, as braking distances start to increase dramatically under 3mm. You […]