3 Tips for Maintaining the Value of Your Car
Posted on July 31st 2018 by Munster.Tyres
The chances are, if you have just bought a new car, selling it for a good price isn’t at the forefront of your mind. However, inevitably, the day will come when it’s time to sell, and when it does – you’ll be glad you were organised. When it comes to car ownership, the single greatest cost is depreciation. That is, as soon you drive your car off the forecourt, it loses a great deal of value. And worse, it will continue to do so until the day you decide to sell. However, by taking good care of your car, keeping it... Continue reading
Pothole Safety Tips
Posted on June 28th 2018 by Munster.Tyres
The bane of every motorists life, potholes can cause some serious damage to your car if you don’t avoid them. Caused by the fluctuating temperatures as the seasons turn throughout the year, unfortunately, potholes are going to be something that we have to live with for now. But what can we do to avoid them? Motorists the world over spend billions a year on repairs stemming from pothole damage and, here at Munster Tyres, we want to do what we can to help reduce this. So, in this article, we will be covering some useful pothole safety tips. What causes potholes?... Continue reading
MOT Changes – May 20th 2018
Posted on May 31st 2018 by Munster.Tyres
This month, the UK government is making changes to the current MOT test. While the changes are not drastic, they will have a profound effect on certain groups of motorists, particularly those with an invested interest in classic cars! Another important change has been made to new car MOTs, specifically the year in which an MOT becomes necessary for them. If you would like to know about these MOT changes in greater detail, simply read on. Cars over 40 years old won’t need an MOT For all of the classic car lovers out there, you’re in luck: cars, vans and motorcycles... Continue reading
What Type of Tyres Do I Need?
Posted on April 30th 2018 by Munster.Tyres
The type of tyres you have fitted to your car have very important performance implications, implications which you certainly shouldn’t ignore if you want to get the most out of your tyres. So, depending on the particular conditions you will be driving in, and of course your budget, you will want to choose the optimal tread pattern and rubber compound for your driving goals. In this article, we’ll cover the four key types of tyres offered here at Munster Tyres, detailing their various benefits, and why you might opt for one over another. Regular tyres Many motorists might not think that... Continue reading
What is Wheel Balancing?
Posted on March 29th 2018 by Munster.Tyres
The concept of wheel balancing can be a bit of a tricky one, not least because you would think the term interchangeable with wheel alignment. Unfortunately, however, despite sounding similar, these two terms denote two very different things. Where balancing is concerned with the distribution of weight around the wheel, alignment addresses the positioning of the wheels in relation to the road and each other. So, to help make this all a little clearer, the Munster Tyres team will give a thorough breakdown of wheel balancing and why it’s important. What is wheel balancing? As previously stated, wheel balancing looks to... Continue reading
Spring Cleaning for Your Car
Posted on February 28th 2018 by Munster.Tyres
Of all the seasons your car has to face, winter has to be the toughest. From the rain and ice to the gritted roads and severe drops in temperature, winter has an arsenal of weapons to grind down your car. So, with spring fast approaching, it seems fitting to give our readers an article on how to properly clean your vehicle ready for the year ahead, removing any evidence of the harsher season. Remove the rubbish Firstly, given the harsh temperatures you’ve been enduring over the past few months, the chances are you haven’t spent a great deal of time in... Continue reading
5 Ways to Tell if Your Brakes are Faulty
Posted on January 31st 2018 by Munster.Tyres
When it comes to replacing parts of your car, it pays to be extra diligent when checking your tyres and brakes. Why? Well, where your tyres are the only part of your car that remain in contact with the road and provide traction, your brakes ultimately control them – making them even more important to keep in working order. In this article, the team at Munster Tyres will be offering 5 ways to tell if your brakes are worn down and in need of replacement, so you can make sure that your car is as safe on the roads as possible.... Continue reading
How to Change a Car Tyre
Posted on December 21st 2017 by Munster.Tyres
For many motorists, changing a tyre is a particularly alien task, something which we leave up to breakdown technicians and mechanics. This doesn’t have to be the case though, changing a tyre is a lot simpler than many people have it in their heads, especially if you break the process down into smaller, more manageable chunks and remain focused on the task at hand. With this in mind, in this article Munster Tyres will be focusing on how to change a tyre. What you’ll need Firstly, before you even consider the task of changing a tyre, you need to have the... Continue reading
A Driving Home for Christmas Checklist
Posted on November 30th 2017 by Munster.Tyres
Spending Christmas time with your loved ones is what it’s all about, it’s what keeps us going through the harsh winter months. However, as time goes on, children get older and families move away, reconciling for Christmas becomes increasingly difficult – especially if you live at opposite ends of the country! During the Christmas period, millions of people all over the UK will be making long journeys homes. So with this in mind, Munster Tyres will be offering some tips and advice to motorists, ensuring that their journey home to their loved ones is as safe as possible. Pre-checks Tyres: Even... Continue reading
What are the different types of tyres?
Posted on October 31st 2017 by Munster.Tyres
These days, tyres are becoming increasingly complex pieces of kit. Rather than the simple rubber rings of old, we now have large, durable tyres consisting of steel, advanced fabrics and tough rubber compounds. They are feats of engineering in their own right. What’s more, as this technology continues to advance, we have an ever-growing number of different types to choose from, depending on the conditions we are facing. Acknowledging this, the team at Munster Tyres thinks it’s time to time to give you a thorough breakdown of the different types of tyres, offering advice on the best time to use each... Continue reading