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Top tyre tips for holiday road tripping

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Winter holidays are here - make sure you check your tyres before heading off on the family road trip. Most people are sensible enough check their car engine (oil, water etc) in preparation for the upcoming school holiday trips. However, one thing that is almost always overlooked is a car's tyres. The consequences of not checking can lead to a flat or blown tyre, decreased traction, and even increased hydroplaning (to you and me - when the driver loses control of tyres due to water on road). So before you set off on your family holiday, ensure your family enjoy a safe and trouble free trip, by following our simple steps to get your car tyres are ready and willing for the school holiday period. 1. Ensure your tyres are not bald While illegal in its own right, bald tyres on your car also present a severe safety issue. A tyre showcasing worn out threading has an increased risk of a tire blow-out due to puncture. Regularly check the thread grooves of your tyres, if ...

Fake Treads - 8 Ways to Spot Counterfeit Tyres

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When it comes to buying tyres, there are a multitude of options. It can be a wonderful – or sometimes overwhelming – experience. While there are already a ton of guides out there to help you find the right tyre for your needs, in reality, more options are not always a good thing. This is especially true as it relates to the issue of counterfeit tyres. In 2016 Australia had over 2,666,951 fraudulent transactions. Catching criminals has been made all the more difficult with the rise of online shopping. The global economy we live in makes importing fake goods from beyond Australia even easier. That’s why knowing how to spot fake tyres is so important, to ensure the next set you buy is genuine and safe to use. Here are 8 ways to spot counterfeit tyres. 1. The brand or other details are misspelt Looking to buy set of Direllis, some Jokohamas, or some Smidgestones? They might sound like Pirelli, Yokohama, and Bridgestone – but they will not have the same ...

WHY SHOULD I BUY TYRES IN PAIRS?

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Salt & Pepper, Ant & Dec, Batman & Robin… some things work better in pairs and the same goes for your tyres – the fronts and the rears. Fitted on the same axle (a central rod that connects a group of wheels), it’s clear to see why we always recommend changing your tyres in sets of 2 for balance and stability to remain between wheels.   Read More at -  https://www.mytyrepoint.com/blogs By fitting only one new tyre on an axle, you’ll instantly create an imbalance that could cause issues whilst driving, being unpredictable and at worst uncontrollable in an emergency situation. And that’s why it’s also important to keep the tyres on each side of the axel identical – same brand, same tread pattern, same size, same ratings. In an ideal world you’d change all 4 tyres at the same time. But in reality, we know this isn’t the case and it’s highly unlikely your tyres will wear at the same rate. But every cloud and all… at least it’s easier on the bank bala...

Three main causes of Tyre Problems

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Car owners and drivers experience plethora of issues and troubles while driving.   The issues can be anything from tyres over inflation to overloading, Engine failure to bad steering response , or emergency brake failures. It can be because of your negligence or vehicle’s dysfunction. But most of the fatal accidents occur because of tyre failures, yet we tend to ignore the condition of our tyres and procrastinate the dates on which they are supposed to be replaced.  Road hazards like rocks, glass and potholes are usually unavoidable, especially when you are driving on Indian roads. Yet there are few things that can be controlled and can be avoided with just a little extra care. The three main causes of tyre problems that you can ignore are overloading, driving at high speeds and incorrect tyre inflation pressure.  Over or Under Inflation  Tyres that are under or over inflated are very likely t...

How Many Types Of Tyres Exist and Do you know them?

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People nowadays want to be a 100% sure before purchasing a vehicle and some of them try their best to research and learn all they can about their desired car. But not everyone gives importance to the tyres, which play an important role while making the final decision. There are many different types of tyres available in the market . These tyres are made to suit the ever-changing driving needs of the driver and road conditions. Read on to find out more. 1. Standard Tyres- Today, all car manufacturers’ offer their cars on standard tyres. These tyres could either be tube or tubeless. Standard tyres are made up of harder compound rubbers which increases the tyre's life . These types of tyres compromises on the handling and cornering capability of the vehicle, however it’s not noticeable at the city speeds. The tread on these tyres are designed to have maximum grip while reducing road noise and enables adequate dispersion of water on rainy roads. These tyres could b...

Increase the life of your tyre with proper storage and handling

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One can never predict the life of tyres, but there always are some tricks that can enhance the performance and life of your tyres. Proper handling and careful storage can have their impact of tyre’s life following which you can expect your tyre to give terrific performance in the long run. This blog aims to spread light on how proper storage and handling can extend tyre’s life.   Tyre Storage and Handling  When tyres are left sitting outdoors, and left unused for longer time periods (a month or more), their tread and outer layer become dry, the cracks will become visible, leading to larger perforations. For this reason, tyre manufactures and tyre specialist recommend storing them in a clean, dry, cool and indoor environment. It’s also advisable to use only high quality tyre brands like FalkenTyres , because tyres like these are resistant to small perforations and they can withstand slight harsh environments. Yet, if you want your car tyres to last for a longe...

What is the driving force behind online purchase of motorcycle tyres?

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The hassle of visiting the market in order to get hold of your choice in anything is too mainstream, hence the evolution of online markets. Motorcyclists share a common passion of maintaining their vehicles gracefully and to quench this never ending thirst of the best they could get, online markets has a lot to offer. Getting enormous alternatives never hurts, and blissfully so what could be done in a tap of two cannot be accomplished even in fifty visits to different local markets. Despite of all the material offline markets has to offer, online markets to buy MRF   tyres are a boon to anybody who wants to keep things on his tips. And what a satisfaction is to purchase a pair of tyres online and according to one’s requirement. It is notable that choices and demands of customers are specially taken care of while buying online tyres. One can sort the results and firms according to personal choices and get the best out of it. Sitting at Home, sipping a cu...