"TYRE CARE AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE"
"Tyres Erdington, Tyres Holyhead ( 750+ words)"
[ "TYRE CARE AND MAINTENANCE GUIDESo, you've just bought a set of tyres and want to know how you can maintain that new tyre shine and ensure they last as long as possible, right? You're in the right place then! Here we will go over some simple ways for looking after your tyres, so you get the most out of them. Listed below are a few steps which will help keep those tyres looking good and lasting longer, particularly during the hotter months when tyre degradation is increased.Tyre Pressure Checks At Least Once A Month & Before Every Long JourneyAn often forgotten aspect of looking after your car's overall performance is ensuring correct tyre pressures. It seems obvious, but it is essential to remember that Tyres Erdington provides grip and cushioning between the road and your car. Without adequate pressure, you can experience reduced grip levels which will increase with speed, thus creating an increased risk of accidents.You should also ensure they are checked before any long journey as incorrect settings can lead to tyre wear, which creates more heat, thus potentially causing the tyre to fail, which is never a good thing.Correct pressures for your vehicle can be found on a metal plate inside the driver's door jam or sometimes in the boot near where the jack is storedIf you need a little extra help, try buying a simple air pressure gauge from a local automotive store, they don't cost much and will save you money on the track by preventing potential issues related to incorrect tyre pressures.Keep Them Away From Sharp Edges & Projections, Like Catalytic Converters;It is no secret that heat is one of the major causes of premature ;Tyres Holyhead degradation and failure (more on this later); however, sharp edges like catalytic converters can also cause damage to rubber if they come into contact with themWhy does it happen?Strong projections from underbody components or wheel arches should always be kept away from tyres, particularly tyres running at high speedsA simple way of doing this is using a section of hosepipe which you cut down the middle of and place around your tyres when moving anything which has sharp protrusions near them. This will protect both your car's underbody as well as prolong the life of your tyres!A little-known tip is that you can also use this to stop catalytic converters damaging road wheeler tyresSimply place the hoses around both sides of each tyre, making sure not to cover any wheel nuts, which will allow movement up and down but prevent them from moving left or right. This way, you won't have to replace your brand new set of tyres because an engine part fell on them.Protect Them From Tar And ChemicalsTar and other chemicals stick like glue to rubber, and if left there for a length of time, they will degrade it, leading to possible failure later in life. Keeping tar off your wheels (where possible) and of your and braking surfaces is crucial as it will lead to reduced braking efficiency due to the reduced grip it causesA pro tip :;A good practice for ensuring tyres are kept in tip-top condition is simply washing them regularly; this will remove most types of chemicals quickly and easily. This can be done with a decent tyre cleaner or even just a simple bucket of water, don't forget to check your wheel nuts when you're at it!De-Misting & Cleaning, Your Windows, Is Important TooIn addition to looking out for tar and other chemicals on your car's tyres, it is also essential to look after your windows tooRemoving any excess dirt from the outside of the glass is vital. This reduces your ability to see clearly during wet driving conditions, increasing stopping distances and putting you at risk. You can simply do this by using a decent glass cleaner on the outside of your windows.While you are at it, remember to check for dirt inside, too, as it is easy to forget while driving in summer conditions.One problem with driving during colder months is that the anti-fog chemicals added to the car's exterior glass will not work when they get really cold, which means if water gets between your windscreen and the glass, it acts like ice sheet causing your view to become obscuredThe solution here is simple: wipe them down with warm water before you set off or fit some heat reflective window film onto the external surface of the glass so even if it does freeze up, you'll be able to see clearly until normal operating temperatures return." ]