If your vehicle breaks down it is usually at the most inconvenient time, possibly on the way to work or the day before you are due to go on holiday. Most people rely on their vehicle so need to get it fixed as soon as possible but finding a reliable and trustworthy garage to carry […]
Once a year you will have to take your car to a registered test centre to have a MOT carried out. This is a very daunting time as you usually have no idea what work will be required to pass the car. Usually a MOT costs about £40-50 pounds but this is only if it […]
Checking your own tyre depths is a really important part of maintaining a car and could save your life and others. Often a car’s tyres are only checked when it comes to a MOT, but a lot can happen in 12 months and if they were close to the limit last MOT the chances are […]
If you have a seldom used vehicle you need to be sure your tyres haven’t passed their expiry date. Tyres on a regularly used vehicle will usually be replaced due to wear, with front tyres on a front wheel drive car lasting around 20,000 miles. Rear tyres will typically last longer than the fronts. If […]
Regular tyre checks are important but not just to ensure your tyres are within the legal tread limit. The condition of your tyres can give an early warning for any suspension problems and incorrect inflation can affect both wear and performance. When inflating your cars tyres, follow the pressures shown in the manufacturers hand book. […]
When buying a second hand car there are so many things that you need to check to ensure the vehicle that you are buying is safe and worth the advertised price. It’s easy to check certain things about the car like the body work and interior of the car for any damage and harder to […]
Most major brands now have a low rolling resistance, mpg-boosting option to consider – at a healthy premium. Of course, the premium is supposed to be offset by the improved mpg, but is that the case? In short, it depends on your driving style and pattern. If you’re driving massive mileages sensibly and paying for […]
Many people are now turning to car leasing instead of buying a car out right or financing one. There are pros and cons about leasing a car and you need to ensure you know all the facts before committing to a contract. There are different types of leasing, places such as Enterprise offer a short […]
There was a time when all cars came with a spare wheel, however buy a new car nowadays and you’ll open the boot to find more space and no wheel! So what’s the reason for getting rid of the spare and is it a good idea? Most cars that don’t have a spare wheel will […]
Most cars are fitted with summer tyres or all year round tyres. These are normally ok for most, but if the winter is quite harsh or the car does not handle that well in the ice and snow then you many want to consider getting winter tyres fitted. The main components of winter tyres are: […]
Checking your own tyre depths is a really important part of maintaining a car and could save your life and others. Often a car’s tyres are only checked when it comes to a MOT, but a lot can happen in 12 months and if they were close to the limit last MOT the chances are […]
Copyright © 2025 Permaseal Tyres | Car Tyres, Cars and Car Accessories