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 […]
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 […]
Police forces across the country conducted a survey; they discovered that 86% of vehicles involved in road traffic accidents had incorrect tyre pressures. There are three main reasons why maintaining the right tyre pressure is important. The first is safety. Tyres that are under inflated can overheat and cause difficulty in road handling. The second […]
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. […]
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 […]