Tyre advice from the people who actually fit them.
Costs, the law, what to do with a flat at the roadside and which tyre is worth the money. Written by our fitters, not by a marketing department.
What Causes Tracking to Be Out on a Car?
What causes tracking to be out on a car: potholes, kerbs and worn joints, the signs of bad wheel alignment, wobble vs pull, and what an alignment involves.
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153 guides and countingShould I Replace 2 Tyres or All 4?
You don’t always need four new tyres — here’s when one, two or all four is the right call.
ChecksPothole Damage to Tyres: What to Check and How to Claim
Sidewall bulges, buckled alloys and knocked-out tracking — how to spot pothole damage and claim it back.
Choosing tyresTyre Speed Rating and Load Index: What Does 91V Mean?
What 91V means on a tyre: the speed rating letters from T to Y, the load index chart, XL tyres,…
Choosing tyresBest Budget Tyre Brands in the UK for 2026
The budget tyre brands owned by Michelin, Continental and Goodyear, how to read the label, which cheap tyres to skip…
The lawWhat Makes a Tyre Illegal in the UK? Fines, Points and the Rules
UK tyre law: when a tyre is legally bald, the cuts, bulges and other faults that count, and fines of…
CostsNitrogen vs Air in Tyres: Is Nitrogen Worth It?
Nitrogen tyre inflation has small, real benefits — but for everyday driving, checking your pressures matters far more.
Your vehicleHow to Choose SUV and 4×4 Tyres: The UK Buying Guide
SUVs need higher load ratings and the right tread type — here’s how to choose for a bigger vehicle.
ChecksWhat Causes Uneven Tyre Wear? Read the Pattern
Edges, centre or one side? The pattern of uneven wear points straight to the cause.
PuncturesCan You Drive With a Nail in Your Tyre?
Nail in your tyre? When you can drive on it, why to leave it in, how far is safe, when…
ChecksWhy Are My Tyres So Loud All of a Sudden?
What causes tyre noise: drone, hum, thump and roar, uneven wear, tracking, pressures, why new tyres can be louder, and…
CostsHow Much Does TPMS Sensor Replacement Cost?
TPMS sensor replacement cost explained: what sets the price, how long sensors last, MOT rules, direct vs indirect systems and…
SeasonsSummer, Winter or All Season Tyres: Which Do You Need?
Summer vs winter vs all season tyres for UK roads: the 7°C rule, who each type suits, snow symbols, wear,…
GuideWhat Is Aquaplaning? Causes, Signs and What to Do
Aquaplaning is when tyres skate on a film of water — tread depth is your best defence.
PuncturesFlat Tyre and No Spare Wheel? Your Options, Fast
Flat tyre and no spare? When a sealant kit works, how far run flats go, if no spare is legal,…
ChecksWhat Is Wheel Balancing? Signs You Need It
Steering shudder at 60mph? Unbalanced wheels are the usual cause — here’s why balancing matters.
The lawHow Old Can Caravan Tyres Be? Age, Load and Pressure
Leisure vehicle tyres often age out before the tread wears — here’s how to keep them safe.
PuncturesCan You Drive With a Slow Puncture? Signs, Causes and Fixes
A tyre that needs air every week has a slow puncture — and it’s not always a nail.
GuideWhy Are My New Car Tyres Wearing Out So Fast?
Why factory tyres on new cars wear fast, when it is a fault, running in new tyres, OE marks like…
CostsTyre Rotation: Is It Worth It, and What Does It Cost?
Is tyre rotation worth it? What it costs, how often to rotate, the pattern for your car, when it cannot…
ChecksCracked or Perished Tyres: Are They Dangerous?
Are cracked or perished tyres dangerous? Crazing or deep cracks, the causes, reading the date code, the law and the…
The lawBest Tyres for Motorway Driving: What to Look For
For big motorway miles, prioritise low noise, fuel efficiency and longevity — here’s how to choose.
GuideLocking Wheel Nut Rounded Off or Seized? What to Do Now
Locking wheel nut rounded off or seized? Why nuts stick, what not to do, how a damaged nut is removed…
Choosing tyresTyre Brands in the UK: Premium, Mid Range and Budget Explained
Tyre brands fall into premium, mid-range and budget tiers — here’s what each gives you.
PuncturesSpare Wheel, Run Flat or Sealant Kit: Which Is Best?
Spare wheel, space saver, sealant kit or run flat tyres compared: what each fixes, where each fails, switching off run…
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