My car doesn’t have a spare wheel. Do inflation kits work?
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…
Tag: Tyre
What are run flat tyres and how far can I drive on them?
Run flat tyres are designed so that you can drive on them even when they are punctured and have no air in them. They have very stiff sides that will…
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…
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…
I need some new tyres. Is it worth getting a set of eco tyres for my car?
Eco tyres are rubber that’s been designed to help cars get more miles out of whatever fuel they use. Read on to find out whether they work and if they’re…
Does the EU tyre label show all I need to know when I buy new tyres?
The European Union introduced tyre labels in 2012 to make buying tyres more transparent. Rather like the labels you get on domestic appliances the idea behind them is that you…
Can cracked alloy wheels damaged in potholes be repaired?
With the state of the UK’s roads, cracked alloy wheels are an increasing problem for drivers. You may not know a wheel is badly damaged until you inspect it closely.…
How far can I drive on a punctured tyre?
Tyre companies reckon on average we’ll suffer a punctured tyre every five years. Sometimes nails or other sharp road debris cause these punctures and the tyre can be repaired. But…
I want to change my car wheels’ size. Is it possible and what must I do?
You might want to change your car wheels size for various reasons. People usually choose bigger wheels for a sportier look. But some drivers want to switch to smaller wheels…
I’ve bought a used motor and it doesn’t have a car tools kit. What do I need to carry?
In years gone by, a car tools kit would include everything from a hammer for panel beating to screwdriver and pliers. These days things are a bit different. For a…