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Tyre Tread: what's the difference between asymmetric and directional tyres?

Bradley Jando | Tuesday 29th June 2021 10:00am

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Buying new car tyres but don't know the difference between asymmetrical, symmetrical and directional tyres? We take a look at different types of tyre tread

What Can Cause Excessive or Uneven Tyre Wear?

Bradley Jando | Monday 21st June 2021 11:28am

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Have you found that your tyres are wearing more quickly than they should, or in strange places? Click to find out what it means and how to fix the problem!

What Does XL Mean on Tyres?

Bradley Jando | Tuesday 15th June 2021 10:27am

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You may have noticed that your tyres have XL written on them, or you may have heard of reinforced tyres and not know what they are – read on to find out!

What are Run Flat Tyres, and How do they Work?

Bradley Jando | Thursday 3rd June 2021 9:15am

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Unsure about run flats? Discover what run flat tyres are and how they work, plus more about important decisions you need to make when it comes to changing them.

What Fails An MOT Check? Answer: Badly Worn Or Damaged Tyres

Kwik Fit | Wednesday 12th May 2021 2:38pm

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A tyre's condition, pressure, usage and (crucially) tread depth result in 10% of all MOT fails. Learn more & discover how to ensure your tyres pass the MOT.




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