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Why are tyres so expensive – and what can you do keep your tyre costs down? Part Two.

Last time, we looked at some of the reasons why tyres are currently so expensive. The good news is that there are some simple things you can do to ensure you don’t fork out more than you need to, nor… read more

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Why are tyres so expensive – and what can you do keep your tyre costs down?

Let’s face it, even when you buy tyres from a competitive supplier, they’re not exactly cheap. For many people, it’s a mystery why an apparently simple rubber ring can cost so much. So, in the first part of this article,… read more

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Mobile tyre fitting vs garage tyre fitting – it’s a no-brainer.

So, you’re in South Oxfordshire… maybe in Didcot or Adingdon or Henley on Thames, and you need one or more new tyres. Should you take your pride and joy over to a garage, or let a mobile tyre fitter come… read more

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We need more sustainable tyres, fast. Has Goodyear got the answer? Part Two

In Part One of this article, we looked at why tyre sustainability has just moved up the agenda. If you haven’t got five minutes to read it, here’s the summary: the rise of heavier electric vehicles, forthcoming Euro 7 emission… read more

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We need more sustainable tyres, fast. Has Goodyear got the answer?

The world runs on tyres, and they are masterpieces of modern technology. But even tyre enthusiasts like ourselves have to admit that they’re not the most sustainable product. The race is on to produce a tyre that’s safe, performs well,… read more

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Spotlight on Yokohama Tyres

Every so often, we like to profile tyre brands that we sell. This month it’s the turn of Japanese stalwarts Yokohama. Although we don’t currently provide a huge number of their tyres (compared to Goodyear, for example), it’s a brand… read more

The best mobile tyre fitters in South Oxfordshire?

We’re sure there are some great tyre fitters in South Oxfordshire, but if you ask us to pick one out as the best… well, of course we’re going to say it’s us! So with full props to our respected competition,… read more

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British drivers say they’re the safest in wet conditions. Hmm.

A few weeks ago, we came across an eyeball-catching title on Tyre Trade News: Goodyear Winter Driving Attitudes Survey: New Research Finds British Drivers the Masters of Wet Weather Driving We recommend you check the original article out, but if… read more

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Looking for a great all-round tyre for your SUV?

A tyre that’s great on a hatchback or a saloon will be just as good on an SUV, right? Well, not necessarily. Faced with the challenges posed by SUV design, some brands perform better than others. In particular, tyres for… read more

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A British company tackling the tyre waste headache.

Inflation and energy costs may have pushed environmental issues off the front page, but environmental issues are still a major concern for most UK citizens. In the tyre world, sustainability contiues to be a hot topic, with companies striving to… read more

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