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 […]
With so many different tyre machine combinations it can be a little confusing when starting up in tyres. Here at Tyre Bay Direct, we want to make choosing the best tyre equipment for your needs as simple as possible. With over 50 years’ experience in the tyre industry, we have accumulated a great deal of […]
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 […]
After a short period of business interruption, Tyre Bay Direct is now fully operational and servicing customers as normal. We are excited to announce that as of 29th September 2017, Tyre Bay Direct became the UK arm for one of the USAâs biggest and best equipment suppliers, Atlas Automotive Equipment. With 13 locations across the […]
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Tubeless valves are generally made from rubber with a central core of metal containing the components required for inflating/deflating the tyre and providing air seal. The valve core provides the primary air seal in a tubeless valve, a secondary seal is provided by the valve cap that also acts as a seal to prevent the […]