DIY Projects: Fun and Useful Things to Make with Old Tyres
Old tyres can be mighty useful, but, warns Chris Lett, proprietor of Branigans Tyres, don’t let them pile up while waiting to get around to…
End-of-Life Tyres Shouldn’t go to Landfills, says Tyre Dealer
With environmental concerns high on everybody’s agenda, there are still practical problems involved in adopting more environmentally-friendly practices. But when it comes to tyres, consumers…
Automotive Technology: From “Please Don’t Let it Explode” to Fuel Efficiency and Comfort
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…
There’s More to Tyres Than One Would Believe: This Website Tells it All
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…
Subscription Model Makes Wheel and Tyre Maintenance a Household Budgeting Breeze
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…
Beware of these Unscrupulous Tyre Sales Tactics Warns Southport Tyre Business
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,…
Tyres in Southport: The Best Brands and How to Get Them for Less
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…
3 Money-Saving Tips for Environmentally-Friendly Motoring
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”…
How to Prepare a Car for a Long Trip
Preparing a car for a long road trip involves much more than just finding a way to squeeze the luggage into the boot – at…
Tips to Make a Car More Fuel Efficient
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…
Electric Cars Tyres May Not Be Pollution Free
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…
Why and How to Rotate Tyres for a Longer Lifespan
As tyres have been shown to have an almost unlimited shelf life when stored in a climate-controlled warehouse, it’s highly possible that, even without access…
How Tyres and Traction Affect Braking Distance
Relying on brakes alone in an emergency is not enough. There are many factors that come into play to ensure safe braking and maintain control…