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Brakes·
Services · Posted by: Universal Tyres · on 24th April 2014
When it comes to driving, safety is paramount. When you could potentially be travelling up to 70 miles an hour, you need to know that your car can respond to any road situation, including braking or emergency stopping if necessary. There are some obvious signs that appear when your brakes may need replacing or servicing. For instance, the brake light will light up on your dashboard or you may just notice that your brakes are not responding as quickly as they used to. However, there are other tell-tale signs for when your brakes need replacing that you may not be…
Exhausts·
Services · Posted by: Universal Tyres · on 20th March 2014
When it comes to driving, everybody wants a car they can rely on and that will perform to the best of its ability, but achieving this depends heavily on the state of your exhaust system. The role of the exhaust is to transfer toxic gases, which can be harmful to both the driver and the passengers, away from the car and outside. As well as posing a health risk, if the exhaust is in bad condition then the whole running of your vehicle will also be affected. With this in mind, the exhaust should be considered the heart of your…
Car Servicing·
Services · Posted by: Universal Tyres · on 28th February 2014
Owning a car undoubtedly gives you independence and the freedom to travel whenever you want to, but with this freedom also comes a huge responsibility. You need to ensure that you are having all the necessary and regular checks on your vehicle to make sure it is road worthy, safe and adheres to all industry rules and regulations. This includes booking your car in for a regular service. However, it seems that many people are unsure of the exact purpose of a vehicle service and they just assume that an annual MOT is enough to keep their vehicle compliant. But…
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Wheel Alignment · Posted by: Universal Tyres · on 12th February 2014
Wheel alignment, also known as wheel tracking, refers to the correct lining up of your wheels in order to have a controlled drive and long-lasting tyres. But if you’ve noticed that the grip on your tyres seems to be wearing down rather quickly and you don’t feel as though you have as much control over the vehicle, then your car could be suffering from wheel misalignment. What are the signs? Firstly, the most obvious sign of wheel misalignment is noticeable tyre wear, especially on the inside or outside of the tyre. The grip will be particularly worn down in these…
