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In 2012, the EU introduced a labelling system for tyres sold within member states, requiring manufacturers to clearly display crucial information regarding a tyre’s performance in testing. The labelling system focuses on three key performance aspects – wet grip, fuel efficiency and noise emissions. The first two of those factors...

Almost every motorist will encounter a flat tyre at some stage, so when this unfortunate and frustrating event occurs, it’s well worth knowing how to change a tyre so that you can get back on the road swiftly. Tyre changing is not an especially difficult activity, but if it’s done...

* The birth of a new family * The 2018 Pirelli tyres, in all the colours of the rainbow. The backdrop is one of the most modern cities in the world. We’re talking about Abu Dhabi and the state of the art Marina Bay circuit, which this year again hosts...

The discounted prices of knock-off wheels might seem very tempting when compared to authentic products, but the prices are cheap because the product is cheap. Fake wheels are not tested for compliance with safety standards and are often shoddily made just so that they are ready to trade for a...

Getting to drive on the road is very much a privilege but of course, it’s not as easy as just buying a car and sitting in it and driving off. We have to obey the laws of the land and that means getting driving lessons and passing our test, not to mention paying...

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When thinking about wheel repair or wheel refurbishment for your car or actually investing in new alloys, there is always a few key questions you should ask yourself. One of the first things a person should be asking is what is the tracking like on my wheels when I drive?...

* * *Wheels * The wheels on a motorist’s car definitely help to make a statement. Aside from the aesthetics; wheels are an important part of safety in the car. The car wheels are what connect your vehicle and the road so it is important that they are of good...

*Alloy Wheel Spacers * A wheel spacer is a circular metal plate with a bolthole circle and centre bore and fitting between the faces of disc wheels to provide additional clearance. Alloy wheel spacers are designed for fitting big offset rims to a vehicle which originally requires lower offset rims....

*Purchase of Alloy Wheels * Purchasing a car and the running costs associated with it will take quite a large chunk of your monthly income. If you choose to purchase alloy wheels for your car as an add­on, more than likely you will have also parted with a segment of...

With the economy hitting a lot of people in the pocket, it is important to learn how to adjust and get the best out of what we already have. Buying a new car, for example, can be very expensive and people need cars that can keep them on the move....

In Europe, petrol (known as gasoline in the USA) prices are considerably higher than they are in the States and in fact can sometimes be double the cost. This is due to the government subsidies that the US applies to gasoline. It is worth noting however that in many European...

Alloy wheels are a cool addition to any vehicle. While they can be expensive depending on the type of alloy you choose, they will certainly add to the resale value of the vehicle so therefore in the long run, they are a great idea and as a bonus, they look...

Alloys wheels and driving* Historically alloy wheels have been made from alloys of either aluminium or magnesium – magnesium wheels being used more in racing applications. They are generally light in weight and facilitate better driving because aluminium tends to flex less than steel and typically alloy wheels carry lower...

A road trip is a wonderful travel experience. It allows those partaking to see elements of a country that they may not have seen otherwise because the people involved – those driving and navigating, get to fully dictate when, how and where they travel. Road tripping is a liberating experience;...

This infographic is about the luxury car market in the UK. It highlights the main points that people in the car industry would find interesting....

This infographic is about what apps are suitable car lovers to better their driving experience....

Buying a car, whether new or second hand, is a time-consuming process that requires a lot of research and consideration before you drive away in your new set of wheels. If the car buying process is giving you headaches, this infographic suggests several apps that can help with making a...

This comprehensive tyre guide delves into a number of practical topics, such as how to change a tyre, check tyre pressure and tread, what is the legal tyre tread and why is tyre rotation so important. There’s also plenty of tyre maintenance tips for motorists, so read on to see...

What are alloy wheels?** The term ‘alloy wheels’ refers to wheels which are produced from a mixture of aluminium and traces of other metals, a combination which helps to create a wheel that is very strong yet also lightweight. While they are more expensive than steel-plated wheels, they add a...