Australian tyre recycler and founder of Branigans Tyres, Chris Lett, provides insight into the benefits of nitrogen gas in tyres.
Dean Kesarlal, the founder of Safe Soda and an iconic Australian health educator, explains how bicarb is a natural remedy for many chronic acid based diseases.
The idea of getting from A to B without horses may seem commonplace today, but the development of the automobile spans a long and colourful…
Every business has a special story behind it, and family businesses often have the most interesting tales to tell. Branigans Tyres provides an excellent example,…
The world keeps changing, but some things stay the same. The importance of family businesses in their communities and in the broader economy is among…
The invention of the wheel is lost in the mists of time, but tyres are a relatively new development. Chris Lett of Branigans Tyres, a…
Tyres and tyre technology may not be uppermost in most people’s minds, but there’s a lot more to them than meets the eye. The average…
It will come as no surprise to Branigans Tyres’ customers that the business doesn’t stock the most expensive tyres in the world. In fact, owner…
It’s one of those things that absolutely has to be done. Delaying wheel and tyre maintenance puts the vehicle owner at risk of incurring fines…
A recent exposé on unscrupulous tyre sales tactics in South Africa may also reflect the Australian context, at least at certain dealerships, warns Chris Lett,…
High-end brands often leave consumers wondering whether paying more to buy their products is worthwhile. Tyres provide a good example. Top brands like Michelin and…
To some businesses, a website is just – well – a website, but to Chris Lett, owner of Branigans Tyres, it should be much more…
The big buzz around electric and hybrid cars may lead people to think that these two options are the only way to be a “green”…
A recent survey conducted in the US found that up to 86 percent of consumers were eager to support small, family-owned local businesses, even if…
Tyres wear out extremely quickly compared to other parts of your car, so it is the driver’s responsibility to make sure all four tyres (and…
Considering the importance of tyres, proper and regular maintenance is required. The contact patch of each tyre is the part that makes contact with the…
Fuel efficiency starts with keeping track of what a car consumes. When refilling the tank, resetting the odometer (the distance clock on the dashboard) is…
There’s a lot of controversy regarding whether or not electric cars will make a huge difference in the amount of emissions and urban pollution currently…
The motor industry has become one of the fastest changing industries spurred on by the digital revolution. With a growing focus on environmental issues and…
Most drivers hitting the road at high speeds do so for the adrenaline boost and the excitement of a long drive according to psychologists, and…
Very few people would risk hiking up a steep hill wearing boots with worn-out soles. They would know it wasn’t safe, as they would probably…