Driving during the festive period presents many challenges and it is no surprise that the number of breakdowns almost doubles when the temperature begins to drop. The weather, busy roads and not using your car as frequently as usual can all have a negative impact upon your winter driving experiences, so to keep you safe whilst driving over the Christmas period, Merityre Specialists have put togeth...
Many of us underestimate the importance of winter tyres and continue to use summer tyres all year round. Summer tyres, however, are not designed to cope with the harsh conditions winter can bring and they can impact on your vehicle’s performance and safety on the road. Although they look very similar, winter and summer tyres are very different. This is because they have been designed differently...
This October it is Tyre Safety Month which is a campaign from Tyre Safe designed to raise awareness of tyre safety. It is important that you get your tyres checked frequently so, if you don’t already, now is the perfect time to get in to the habit. Many drivers underestimate the importance of tyre safety and don’t realise that getting their tyres checked can be a crucial factor that may prevent a...
Here at Merityre Specialists, we have been looking forward to the launch of Continental’s new superior tyre. Unveiled late last month, the SportContact 6 is set to be a leading summer tyre offering high sports performance, maximum handling and maximum grip, without compromising on safety. Due to its breathtaking safety performance, the Continental SportContact 6 has been given a brand new produ...
A recent study by the World Economic Forum shows that Britain’s roads are of a similar quality as those in Namibia and Puerto Rico. Countries including Portugal, France and Spain were ranked much higher than the UK despite sharing similar wealth. The results were calculated from a number a factors including the quality of road infrastructure. One of the main problems with our roads is the amount...
Should you buy Budget or Premium Tyres for your car? Buying tyres can be overwhelming and with such a wide range of choice on offer it's difficult to know where to begin. One of the first choices you will need to make is whether to go for quality budget or premium brand tyres. Is opting for cheaper tyres really a bargain or are they just as good as the premium ones? Merityre Specialists have done...
Summer is quickly approaching the UK and with rumours of both heat waves and summer showers it may be time to consider changing your tyres. This is because summer tyres have been specifically designed to handle challenges that the season may bring to the roads. All-Season Tyres These tyres are a popular choice amongst motorists as they mean less visits to service centres and can save you time...
Safe Tyres Save Lives TYRE PRESSURE AND YOUR SAFETY The air pressure within your tyres is the most important factor in determining how well they perform. The tyre's pressure affects your vehicle's speed capability, load carrying capacity, handling response, wear rate and overall safety. It's worth remembering that under-inflated tyres will cause your car to use more fuel and emit more CO2 emissi...
Continual investment in research has allowed tyre industry leaders Michelin, to develop a range of consistently high-quality products that ensure maximum safety, offer improved performance and give increased reliability for their customers. Drivers who choose to fit MICHELIN tyres to their vehicles, benefit from their key construction characteristics; Shorter stopping distances In dry condit...
If you're making the most of the arrival of spring, and planning a road trip for the first long weekend of 2015, we want you to enjoy the journey as well as the break. Take a look at the following simple car checks and let us help you to enjoy the drive and avoid a breakdown this Easter Bank Holiday. Before you set off Service History: Is your car service history up to date? Many people don't...