Tyre Bay Direct Blog

Check back often to see our posts about new products and advice on how to get the most out of our equipment.

Why Leverless Equipment is the Way Forward for High-End Alloy Rims

For the independent garage owner, handling larger or specialist wheel designs means a shift in how you approach tyre changing. Successfully mounting tyres onto premium wheels requires precision that traditional methods can struggle to provide. You want to maintain high standards, keep customers happy and make your business the go-to destination, even for high-end alloys. […]

How to Transition From Redback to Unite in 7 Steps

Managing a high-performance garage requires equipment that matches your operational demands. While Redback machinery has served many independent workshops reliably, if you’re looking to switch to a Unite tyre changer or wheel balancer, this guide has the steps to help you do that. When transitioning to a new brand, you may worry about potential downtime […]

Advanced Wheel Balancer Calibration Protocols for High-Volume Garages

Understanding how to calibrate a wheel balancer correctly is a non-negotiable skill for any garage, big or small. In a high-volume environment, small calibration errors compound quickly – and can lead to all sorts of issues, from wasted technician time to complaints from customers and lost business. This guide walks through the protocols that keep […]

Mobile Tyre Fitting Van Conversion: The Atlas Treatment

Are you planning to convert a van to use for mobile tyre fitting but not sure where to start? We used the stock shell of a Mercedes Benz van to do ours. Read on to find out exactly how we did it.  How Did We Do Our Mobile Tyre Fitting Van Conversion? Our mobile tyre […]

40% of motorists don’t check their tyres often enough, study finds

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 […]

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