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Whenever a new tyre is fitted, the wheel should be rebalanced to ensure a truck uses its tyres efficiently, while providing a comfortable ride for the driver.Truck wheel balancing, also known as tyre balancing, is an important part of fitting new tyres but may need to be done periodically throughout the life of the tyre as there are a variety of factors that can cause an imbalance on a wheel, such a
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Tyre care information from MichelinThe minimum legal tyre tread depth in Europe for cars and light vans is 1.6mm across the central three-quarters of the tread width and around its entire circumference. Checking your tyre tread depthsCheck the depth of the main tread grooves in several places across and around the tyre, using a tread depth gauge as instructed by its manufacturer. If the tread depth
Tyre labelling informationTyre Labelling is an important initiative which enables the motorist to better understand the real impact that tyre performance can have on their lives and on society as a whole. Fuel EfficiencyThis label relates to a tyre's rolling resistance. It measures the amount of energy lost when a tyre is rolling, which is affected by the day-to-day wear and tear.Tyres which have lo
Tyre care information from MichelinIf you are only replacing a pair of tyres, Michelin recommends that you have the new (or least worn) tyres fitted to the rear of the vehicle. This is for safety in difficult driving conditions, such as hard braking or cornering, especially on wet or slippery road surfaces. New tyre fitted in front:The vehicle's handling characteristics will change compared to befor
Tyre care information from Michelin1. Energy Saver+ This denotes the name of the tyre.2. 205/55/16 19V This is the size and characteristics of the tyre.205 - This is the section width of the tyre. That means the overall width of the tyre in mm. 55 - This is the aspect ratio of the tyre. That is the sidewall height of the tyre as a percentage of the section width.R - This means the tyre is of Radial
Tyre care information from MichelinCorrect tyre inflation pressure is essential for safety, optimum tyre life, fuel efficiency, and will reduce CO2 emissions too.Check tyre pressures (including the spare tyre) using an accurate gauge at least monthly, and before a long trip. Correct the tyre pressures if they do not correspond to the vehicle manufacturers recommended level for the conditions of use.
How to recognise irregular or abnormal tread wear patterns.‘Feathered' wear: ‘Feathered' wear due to misalignment (incorrect toe-in/toe-out settings): Appearance: A feathering effect shows on elements of the tread pattern. Dependent on the degree of lateral movement, this can sometimes be accompanied by harsh and abrasive tread wear. Normally this type of wear appears on front fitment tyres due
Here at Bush tyres, we know the importance of ensuring you always buy brand new tyres when you're in need of a replacement. Some people may believe that part worn tyres are the best choice if you are after a cheaper tyre, but don't be fooled. Part worn tyres are not a better option, and are definitely not the safer option! Here's why...So, when Bush Tyres can offer you BRAND NEW tyres from as little
Don't be one of many driver's trying to save on cash by taking the risky route of buying part worn tyres, they could end up being unsafe and more costly in the long run - If your tyres ever need replacing, ALWAYS have NEW ones fitted. As your local tyre experts, Bush Tyres and ZR Tyres want you to always make the right choice when replacing your tyres. We believe that you should alway
Bush Tyres do not recommend part worn tyresWe do not recommend part worn tyres and we will not sell them. The reason is very simple - we do not know the history of the tyre, and even a careful examination may not show faults which could put you and your family at risk when a dangerous part worn tyre is fitted.A recent survey by http://www.tyresafe.org/media-centre/latest-news/365