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Motorists head on to winter roads with illegal tyres

With TV news reports filled with footage of cars skidding out of control on icy roads, shocking research reveals that 2.7 million motorists are making the arctic weather even more risky for themselves – and others.

DVLA Personalised Registrations dream competition

DVLA Personalised Registrations has teamed up with Everyman Racing and come up with the perfect competition for supercar lovers.

Wintry weather takes toll on batteries, wipers and wheels

Following the warning from Protyre about the dangers snow-covered roads pose to tyres, including damage from striking concealed potholes or kerbs, the UK’s largest independent tyre retailer is also warning of less visible damage the weather can have on batteries and windscreen wipers.

Cold weather tyres and benefits after the snow

Drivers who took the sensible precaution of fitting cold weather tyres to their vehicle last autumn will continue to benefit from safer driving long after the current snow melts away.

Hofmann launches new wheel balancer and tyre changer duo

Hofmann, a brand within Snap-on Equipment, has introduced FUSION, a class leading, limited edition wheel balancer and tyre changer duo.

Finichi Milano wheel from Performance Wheels

The latest wheel design from Italian styling house Finichi is truly an instant classic.

Dakar Subaru rolls on Evo Corse Wheels

This year’s gruelling Dakar Rally will test machinery to its absolute limit. A Subaru Forester, prepared by South American Subaru agent Barattero Motorsport Group will compete in the 2010 event and the team has turned to Evo Corse to provide its ultra-string and durable Dakar race wheel in 16” fitment.

NAVIGON advice to weather-stricken motorists

With the current freezing weather conditions, it is more important than ever for motorists to be prepared when they head out on the road.

Mercedes-Benz launches cold weather tyre programme

Mercedes-Benz has launched a cold weather tyre programme to help its customers stay safe on the roads during winter weather.

Digital dashboards are a safety hazard, says IAM

The internet dashboard, or ‘infotainment system’ is the next in-car device that could cause a major distraction to drivers, says the IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists).

Prepare for winter driving with free Servicing Stop advice

Unprecedented weather conditions have resulted in record numbers of breakdowns with the AA reporting 2,000 calls an hour and more than twice the number per day than usual.

Online bookings soar for Auto Windscreens

Workers choosing to stay at home and log on, rather than brave the treacherous road conditions into the office, have resulted in a 700% increase in online bookings for automotive glazing services company Auto Windscreens.

Kwik-Fit’s Tyre Wall of Shame calendar

Kwik-Fit has revealed its annual Tyre Wall of Shame calendar for 2010. Compared to other famous tyre calendars, the Tyre Wall of Shame 2010 may be less glamorous, however the photographs are equally likely to take people’s breath away.

Shocking amount of repairs carried out by unlicensed bodyshops

Dagenham-based Bodyshop of the Year AJC Wilson Bodyshop is urging drivers who have been...

Superchips performance upgrade for Peugeot 207 GTi

Superchips Ltd, the long established performance ECU specialist, is pleased to announce a new performance upgrade for the Peugeot 207 GTi THP 175.