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In 2012, the EU introduced a labelling system for tyres sold within member states, requiring manufacturers to clearly display crucial information regarding a tyre’s performance in testing. The labelling system focuses on three key performance aspects – wet grip, fuel efficiency and noise emissions. The first two of those factors...
Almost every motorist will encounter a flat tyre at some stage, so when this unfortunate and frustrating event occurs, it’s well worth knowing how to change a tyre so that you can get back on the road swiftly. Tyre changing is not an especially difficult activity, but if it’s done...
* The birth of a new family * The 2018 Pirelli tyres, in all the colours of the rainbow. The backdrop is one of the most modern cities in the world. We’re talking about Abu Dhabi and the state of the art Marina Bay circuit, which this year again hosts...
The discounted prices of knock-off wheels might seem very tempting when compared to authentic products, but the prices are cheap because the product is cheap. Fake wheels are not tested for compliance with safety standards and are often shoddily made just so that they are ready to trade for a...
Getting to drive on the road is very much a privilege but of course, it’s not as easy as just buying a car and sitting in it and driving off. We have to obey the laws of the land and that means getting driving lessons and passing our test, not to mention paying...
In Europe, petrol (known as gasoline in the USA) prices are considerably higher than they are in the States and in fact can sometimes be double the cost. This is due to the government subsidies that the US applies to gasoline. It is worth noting however that in many European...
Alloy wheels are a cool addition to any vehicle. While they can be expensive depending on the type of alloy you choose, they will certainly add to the resale value of the vehicle so therefore in the long run, they are a great idea and as a bonus, they look...
A road trip is a wonderful travel experience. It allows those partaking to see elements of a country that they may not have seen otherwise because the people involved – those driving and navigating, get to fully dictate when, how and where they travel. Road tripping is a liberating experience;...
Buying a car, whether new or second hand, is a time-consuming process that requires a lot of research and consideration before you drive away in your new set of wheels. If the car buying process is giving you headaches, this infographic suggests several apps that can help with making a...
The modern vehicle has dozens of different components making it work, but unless your four tyres are doing their job, you'll literally be going nowhere. This infographic outlines basic points that all drivers should know about their tyres, including how to perform simple yet essential checks....
