Thinking of buying an electric car for the first time, or expecting to work on some soon? You might be wondering what kind of rubber they need. Are EV-specific tyres a thing, or can you get away with cheaper brands? To help you decide what to choose for your own car (and how to advise […]
A study by tyre manufacturer Continental has found that as many as four in ten British motorists fail to check their tyres regularly, putting themselves and other road users at risk. Continental surveyed 2,000 motorists, 12% of whom admitted that they never check their tyres at all. 27% said they ‘didn’t know’ when they last […]
Skip to main content How Can We Help? Search Created OnMay 6, 2026byNatalie Sacbuker You are here: KB Home Tyres What Do the Red and Yellow Dots on Tyres Mean? < BackIf you’ve ever noticed red or yellow painted dots on the sidewall of a new tyre and wondered what they’re for, you’re not alone. […]
The Critical Importance of Tyre Pressure Tyre pressures are critical as the footprint of a tyre is the only contact a vehicle has with the road. The only control you have is dependent on that foot print operating the way it was designed to which means, at the correct pressure. Most people are well aware […]


