Car Tyres
UK drivers get wise to winter
British drivers appear to be getting more snow-savvy following a spike in winter inspections, says leading garage chain Halfords Autocentre.
Winter tyres in short supply
The winter weather is encouraging motorists to buy winter tyres, but stocks are running low, What Car? has found.
Time for government action on winter tyres, say DIA
DIAmond Advanced Motorists – which administers advanced driving tests on behalf of the Driving Instructors Association (DIA) – is calling on the government to raise awareness of the benefits of winter tyres.
BMW Winter Tyre Programme sales success
With the early onset of extreme cold weather BMW owners have proved to be savvy shoppers, with nearly 4,000 winter tyre and wheel packages being sold already. In this, the first year of the BMW Winter Tyre programme, demand has far exceeded expectations with the special rubber proving to be a hit with both existing and new BMW owners.
Alcar winter wheels and tyres - grip, don’t slip, this winter
Alcar, the UK’s largest wheel wholesaler, has some timely advice for Britain’s many motorists who appear to be struggling in the snow – why not invest in spare set of winter wheels and tyres?
Toyota and Lexus support tyre safety campaign
Toyota and Lexus have become the latest vehicle manufacturers to join tyre safety organisation, TyreSafe. The group now boasts a dozen vehicle manufacturer members who are helping to raise standards of tyre care and maintenance through driver education and engagement.
Latest snowfall brings blizzard of car insurance claims
Snow and ice sweeping Britain is expected to bring a big jump in car insurance claims, according to AA Insurance.
Winter tyres - tyre-some or an en-tyre-ly good idea?
The IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists) offers advice on the pros and cons of using winter tyres, with more cold weather arriving in the UK.
Snow tyres and driving in hazardous conditions
Snow tyres are common place in other countries, however, the fitting of them in the UK is causing confusion amongst motorists when it comes to the effect it will have on their car insurance.
Kumho celebrates 50th anniversary at ‘Big Match Day’
Kumho Tyres’ annual ‘Big Match Day’ at Manchester United in October was the focus of a three day European celebration of the company’s 50th Anniversary.
Protyre offer free Winter Essentials pack with tyre purchases
Leading independent retailer and wholesaler of tyres, Protyre, is helping motorists prepare for this winter’s icy driving conditions by giving away free ‘Winter Essentials’ packs when they purchase two Goodyear car tyres.
TyreSafe critical of winter tyre insurance premium hikes
Following a report in this week’s Auto Express magazine, TyreSafe, the UK’s leading tyre safety organisation, is concerned and disappointed at reported additional premiums being charged by some insurers for drivers fitting winter tyres.
Beware hidden snow dangers
The blanket of snow and ice that has covered most of the UK in the past few days, and according to weather forecasters is set to remain for a few more days, has brought driving misery to many motorists.
Cooper Tire expands Dakar Rally assault for 2011
Cooper Tire will back an expanded team in the 2011 Dakar Rally as it aims to go one better than its debut attempt in the 2010 event.
Prepare tyres now for treacherous winter conditions
With forecasters already predicting this year’s winter will be as treacherous as the last, motoring experts at Skoda are advising car owners to check their tyres now to ensure they can cope with the changeable weather conditions.
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