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We're pleased to announce that we now offer Supertracker Alignment from our Huddersfield store.

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Were pleased to announce that we now offer Corghi Computerised Alignment from our Huddersfield store.

In conjunction with the tried and tested Corghi W.A.S.P wheel hangers, the new eight Sensor measuring system using CCD  technology and designed using the latest static type of transducers and inclinometers. This alignment system gives greater durability in the harsh working environment.

Our new alignment system offers live simultaneous reading of Castor, Camber and Toe measurements for all makes and models.

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We at Tyres2Go have been busy over the last few weeks revamping our current site. At the heart of revamp was the need to simplify browsing and searching for our customers.

Our customers will notice a new main search bar at the top of the main page along with a tag cloud for popular searches.

We hope our customers enjoy the new site. Please feel free to drop your comments via our contact us page.

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With many motorists looking to reduce their vehicle maintenance costs, some have been tempted to economise by selecting tyres which do not incorporate the added technology and features found in run-flat tyres. By choosing these standard tyres, drivers risk significantly changing the handling characteristics of the vehicle which could increase their chances of being involved in an accident.

“When replacing run-flat tyres, it’s very important that driver’s consult with the vehicle manufacturer if they are thinking about using non run-flat tyres,” explains Stuart Jackson, chairman, TyreSafe. “As a general rule, we would always recommend that driver’s only replace run-flat tyres with a similar product. Run-flats have much stiffer sidewalls than those in traditional tyres and this is taken into account by vehicle manufacturers when they design their suspension and steering systems. By switching to tyres that do not use run-flat technology, the handling of the car can be dramatically altered and it may become unsafe, particularly during extreme manoeuvres.”

In addition to the performance changes which may occur as a result of switching to non run-flat tyres, drivers can also cause themselves other problems. Run-flat tyres give drivers the ability to continue their journey for a limited time when they have no pressure in the tyre. Standard tyres cannot do this and must be changed as soon as there is a sudden loss of pressure. As cars which have run-flats fitted as original equipment do not have a spare tyre, drivers switching to standard tyres could easily become stranded if they suffer a puncture.

A quarter of drivers in East Anglia and the North West have never checked the tread depths of their tyres, a new survey shows.

This makes them much more likely to be involved in a tyre-related car accident, according to the road safety group TyreSafe, which conducted the nationwide poll of 1,552 motorists. Drivers in Wales are the UK’s most vigilant, with more than 40% claiming to have checked their tread depths within the last month – the maximum recommended period between inspections.

'Shocking' results.
Tyresafe chairman Stuart Jackson said: ‘Although drivers in East Anglia and the North West showed the greatest levels of neglect with regard to tyre safety, our survey revealed a shocking number of drivers right across the country are failing to take adequate steps which could stop them from being involved in a car accident.

‘Stopping distances in the wet are significantly increased if tyres do not have sufficient tread depth. Without regularly checking tread depth, the only time these drivers realise they are lacking grip may be as they are skidding out of control towards another vehicle.

Under UK law, each tyre must have at least 1.6mm of tread across the central three quarters of its entire circumference. A simple test is to push a 20p piece into the main tread of your tyres. If the outer band of the coin cannot be seen, then the tyres have adequate tread depth. Drivers caught with bald tyres face three penalty points per tyre and fines of up to £2500.

Source: http://www.which.co.uk/news/2009/10/drivers-are-neglecting-their-tyres-survey-shows-186559.jsp

Motorists advised to check their tread to improve road safety

28 October 2008
Story Title Goes Here With one of the wettest summers on record, TyreSafe, the UK's leading tyre safety organisation, is reminding drivers to check their tyre tread depth to stay safe on the roads this winter. Recent figures issued by the Department of Transport revealed that in 2007, November was the month which saw the highest number of personal injury accidents. To help reduce the figure this November, TyreSafe is reminding motorists to check tyre pressure and tread depth at least once a month to ensure their safety on the wet roads.

"In addition to regular tyre pressure checks, TyreSafe strongly advises motorists to check their tread depth and ensure they meet the minimum legal level before rainfall levels increase," explains Rob Beddis, chairman, TyreSafe.

"Accident rates tend to increase at the onset of winter, as many motorists continue to drive their cars on tyres with low or illegal tread depths. When the rainfall increases they often find themselves in a situation where the tyres have insufficient tread depth to disperse the water from the road surface properly. This can then lead to loss of grip and increased stopping distances, which frequently cause accidents that could have been easily avoided."

When driving in wet weather, the tread pattern of the tyre helps to evacuate water from the contact patch. As the tread wears down, the tyre gradually loses the ability to remove all of the water from the road surface, increasing the risk of aquaplaning. Tread depth also has a significant effect on braking, with performance tests indicating that a vehicle braking in the wet with low tread will require a much longer stopping distance.

A recent survey conducted on behalf of TyreSafe revealed that only 30 percent of motorists are aware of the UK's minimum legal tyre tread depth for a passenger car.

Current tread depth legislation requires that car tyres must have a minimum of 1.6mm of tread in a continuous band throughout the central three-quarters of the tread width and over the whole circumference of the tyre. Motorists found to be driving on illegal tyres face a maximum penalty of three penalty points and a fine of up to £2500 per tyre.

Drivers unsure of how to check their tread depth should visit one of the hundreds of garages offering free tyre checks as part of Tyre Safety Month. For further information about tread depth, tyre safety or Tyre Safety Month visit www.tyresafe.org.

\r\nSource: www.tyresafe.org

EU to demand new safety features in cars

BRUSSELS (Reuters) - New cars in the European Union will have to be fitted with advanced low-noise tyres, electronic stability controls and tyre pressure monitoring systems under safety rules to be unveiled this week.

The executive European Commission will also require manufacturers to build advanced emergency brakes and lane departure warning systems into all new heavy-duty vehicles, according to a proposal seen by Reuters on Monday.

The draft regulation sets more stringent noise emission limits for tyres than existing laws and introduces new requirements on wet grip and rolling resistance to help reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from cars and trucks.

"Compared to the existing acts, the proposal lays down new requirements on some advanced safety measures," it said.

The rules, which must be approved by EU governments and the European Parliament, are designed to improve road safety while reducing greenhouse gas emissions blamed for global warming.

As part of its drive to simplify and reduce the amount of EU regulation, the Commission proposes replacing 50 existing directives, and about 100 amendments, with a single regulation on safety requirements for motor vehicles.

The rules would apply first to new types of vehicle, allowing a transition period for adapting vehicles already on the road.

The European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA) welcomed the plans, saying many of the safety features concerned were already in the works, and regulation was following technological developments.

ACEA spokesman Sigrid de Vries said the industry was also in favour of simplifying legislation but many of the details needed to be cleared up.

"If the outcome is a clear simplification, that would be very welcome," she said, adding ACEA would prefer the new rules to be standardised within the United Nations Economic Committee for Europe, which covers more countries than the EU.

How To Check Your Car's Tyre Wear

A short tutorial for checking your car's tyre wear. A video that ensures your car's tyre wear is road safety. VideoJug gives you some top tips on how to check your tyres for wear and tear.

How To Check Your Car's Tyre Wear 

You will need

• 1 tread depth gauge, for measuring tread depth
• 1 air pressure gauge

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Step 1:

Create a safe environment

Try to carry out the check away from traffic, parking on a level surface if possible.
If the car is automatic place the gear stick in the' Parking' position. In manual transmission cars, shift into first gear.
Apply the parking brake and turn off the ignition.
Work in a well-lit setup, making sure carry out this check in good lighting conditions. Remember, this is above all a visual check for you to find out whether and when to buy new tyres.

SAFETY WARNING: Do not smoke if you are carrying out this task in non-ventilated surroundings.

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Step 2:

Locate the tread

The tread is the thick molded surface of the tyre that grips the road. It consists of a pattern made up of grooves across the central three quarters of the breadth of the tyre and around the entire outer circumference.
The depth of these grooves should be even on all parts of the tyre. The less tread depth there is, the less grip and driving safety you have.

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Step 3:

Do a visual check

Inspect your tyre closely and remove any small objects stuck in the tread.
Check for noticeably uneven wear.
Replace the tyre straight away if you notice excessive wear, bulges, cracks or deep cuts in the tread or the side walls.

Look for the built-in tread wear indicator blocks. They are usually found at the bottom of the tyre's central groove. Check if the tread wear indicators are visibly flush with the surrounding tread; if so, replace the tyre.

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Step 4:

Use a tread-depth gauge

Check for excessive tread wear by using the gauge on one of the measuring points.

If the wear is obviously uneven, place the gauge on the section with the most wear as this part will go first.

Holding the gauge perpendicular to the tread, place it between two tread wear indicator blocks.
Then extend the gauge's little finger all the way into the bottom of the groove. Now read the value on the ruler.

The minimum tread depth for winter tyres should be at least 5,0 mm.
Summer tyres should have at least 3,0 mm. If your tread depth is under these figures it is time to replace the tyres.
Note that these values are ideal for your road safety, as they are much above the legal minimum for tread depth of 1.6 mm.

TIP: If the tread is below the legal minimum, fines can be imposed. Make sure to observe your local legal requirements for the minimum tread depth. However, note that the standard for most countries of 1.6 mm is too low to provide proper road safety in wet conditions.

TIP: If you don't have a tread-depth gauge use a ten pence coin to see if you have at least 1.6 mm. The distance between the coin's outer edge and the inner dotted circle is exactly 1.6 mm. If you can see the dots sticking out of the groove it is high time to buy new tyres.

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Step 5:

Adjust tyre pressure if necessary

If the wear on a tyre is uneven, you can counteract this in some cases by simply adjusting the tyre pressure
Over-inflation causes excessive wear down the centre of the tread so in this case, let some pressure off the tyre.
Under-inflation causes too much wear on the outer edges, so increase the pressure.

SAFETY WARNING: There are tread wear patterns that cannot be corrected with the tyre pressure.
If you note dips in the front tyre tread your wheels may be out of balance. This means the small lead weights attached to the rim of the wheel have the wrong weight or are in the wrong place or both. This will lead to vibration at cruising speed. Have your tyres balanced by a tyre specialist.
Check the surface of each tyre by running your hand lightly over the tread. If you notice bumps or even cracks on a relatively new tyre there may be problems with your suspension. Have shock absorbers or struts checked as soon as possible.

If your tyres are worn unevenly on one side of the car or the other your wheels should be properly aligned by a specialist. Not doing so may see your car skidding off the road in wet driving conditions.
Tyres can and should be rotated at every second oil change - this will insure all tyres wear equally.

SAFETY WARNING: Inspect your tyres after extreme driving manoeuvres.
Most tyre damage directly results from driving over the curb. If this happens to you check your tyres immediately after driving over the curb. Small damage can be fixed by a tyre specialist if dealt with straight away, although the tyre should be replaced as soon as possible. Avoid tyre damage and ensuing accidents by driving responsibly.

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Step 6:

Repeat check on all tyres

Check if all tyres have even wear, as this is how it should be. Remove small objects, measure the tread depth and correct the tyre pressure where necessary. Do this check at every other petrol stop when checking the tyre pressure.
Be aware that regardless of whether a tyre has been driven or not - if it is older than six years it should not be on the road anymore.
And remember -if the tyre is worn below the legal limit, it's unsafe to drive. Saving on tyres is false economy.

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