Universal Tyres

Exhaust - Your exhaust is instrumental in diverting fumes away from your car and reducing the noise of the engine. At Universal Tyres, we can fit new exhausts to keep your vehicle running at its best.

Every 12 Months – While every manufacturer has a different recommended time for an oil change, it's better to refresh your oil more regularly to prolong the life of your engine. Things that can affect when oil changes are due are driving styles and conditions. Call one of our service centres to have your oil checked.

36 Metres – According to the RAC, the stopping distance is a massive 36 metres. Thinking distance is the amount of time it takes for the driver to react, while braking is the actual time it will take the car to come to a stop. To keep your brakes working effectively, ensure you have them checked regularly, replacing brake pads and discs where necessary. Your car's tyres are also a major factor in stopping distances - we would be happy to check your tyres and brakes in one of our local centres.

Spring Tyres – Winter tyres are better in temperatures below 7℃, while summer tyres give better performance above this temperature. Ask your local Universal Tyres garage to find out which tyre type is best for your vehicle. Call your local Universal Tyre centre to find out which tyre best suits your vehicle.

If you need an MOT we would be happy to book you in at one of our local Universal Autocentres. Remember, you could be fined up to £1000 for driving a vehicle without a valid MOT certificate.

False – How long a punctured tyre filled with foam sealant will last depends on a number of factors, however, it’s not recommended that you use it indefinitely as it will cause your tyre to fail in other ways.

1.6mm – The tread of your tyres helps give greater grip on the roads, keeping you safe. If your tread depth falls below 1.6mm, it is illegal to drive the vehicle - 1.6mm should be noted as the absolute minimum. A good way to check your tread depth is to use the outer banner of a 20p coin and see whether the tread covers the banner.

5 years – It’s worth noting that many batteries can last beyond 5 years, while others won’t make it. A lot depends on how much you use your car and how well you look after it.

Anti-freeze – Anti-freeze is added to your water to ensure it doesn’t freeze up in winter.

Every 30,000 miles – Although you should have regular servicing for air conditioning systems every 30,000 miles, there is no harm in having it checked and serviced more regularly to help keep it working at its best in warmer weather