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Tyres

How long do car tyres last? How do I make my tyres last longer?

How long car tyres last depends on a cocktail of factors. These include the make and model of tyres, how you drive on them, the kind of driving, and the…

By James Foxall12th September 202321st September 2023
tyre tread patterns
Tyres

Is it illegal to mix tyre tread patterns on the same axle?

Our reader wants to know if they can have different tyre tread patterns on the same axle, meaning one kind of tyre on one side, a different one on the…

By James Foxall21st June 202327th July 2023
use winter tyres in summer
Tyres

Is it best to change winter for budget summer tyres? Or use winter tyres in summer?

It’s a common conundrum: you’ve fitted winter tyres for the cold months but what do you do with them when the weather warms up? Can you use winter tyres in…

By James Foxall3rd May 202327th July 2023
cracks in tyres
Tyres

Do cracks in tyres mean I should replace them?

Our reader was washing their car and noticed what looked like cracks in the sidewall of their tyre. They want to know whether this is something they should worry about.…

By James Foxall29th March 202314th July 2023
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Driving

The weather’s turning bad. What do I need to know about driving in snow?

The first thing to remember about driving in snow is things can happen that we aren’t used to in the UK. First and probably most importantly, your car will be…

By James Foxall8th March 202329th June 2023
string repairs
Tyres

Is a string repair on a punctured car tyre as permanent as a repair from inside by a professional tyre fitter?

We’re all looking for ways to save money and what are known as string repairs to tyres may be advertised by some as a simple way of cutting the cost…

By James Foxall14th February 202329th June 2023
puncture
Tyres

How far can I drive on a punctured run-flat tyre?

Run-flat tyres are an increasingly popular puncture solution as car makers try to get away from including a spare wheel with their motors. But how do you know if one…

By James Foxall19th September 202229th June 2023
special ev tyres
Tyres

I have a Nissan Leaf EV that needs new tyres. Is it worth buying special electric car tyres?

Tyres are one of the things we get asked about most by readers. Although most people regard buying tyres in the same way they might look at going to the…

By James Foxall9th August 20227th July 2023
mix tyre brands
Tyres

Can I mix tyre brands on my Honda Insight?

Our reader needs two new tyres for their car and wants to know if they can mix tyre brands and replace the worn-out tyres with two new tyres that are…

By James Foxall21st July 202229th June 2023
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Maintenance

What summer car checks should I do before going on holiday?

For many of us, the summer holiday gives our car the biggest work out of the year. In addition to covering multiple miles, our cars often have to contend with…

By James Foxall14th July 202229th June 2023

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