With TPMS sensors required to be installed on newly manufactured vehicles, we want to share with you the TPMS Tools essentials. A TPMS Valve is an electronic system designed to monitor the air pressure of a vehicles tyre, providing live feedback on the dashboard to the driver. Are TPMS Sensors Necessary? TPMS (‘Tyre Pressure Monitoring […]
The UK garage industry is always changing. Technological advancements are helping to bring a new generation of tools and equipment into the market. Mechanics now have access to a wide selection of technology that allows them to reduce labour costs and provide more accurate and reliable services to vehicle owners. In this post, we’re […]
Glossary of Terms ALIGNMENT Refers to the correct angle settings of suspension components – the 3 alignment settings are caster, camber and toe. This is done to maintain specifications engineered by the vehicle manufacturer for optimum performance. ASPECT RATIO A numerical term, which expresses the relationship between the standing height of the tyre and the […]
As British motorists continue to take advantage of low oil prices, Tyre Bay Direct has released an insider’s guide to helping drivers make their tyres last as long as possible. As one of Europe’s leading retailers of tyre consumables and garage equipment, the company has a wealth of experience in keeping vehicles at their prime. […]