Blog and advice
Advice on tyres, seasonal changes and safe driving.
Author: wulkanizacja
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Noisy tyres – what’s the cause and what can you do about it?
Noisy tyres – what’s the cause and what can you do about it? Excessive noise whilst driving may indicate a wide range of problems developing with the tyres. Although noise itself is a natural phenomenon, any irregularities in its intensity and frequency may indicate technical problems. In this article, we outline the most common…
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Why does the car pull to one side?
Why does the car pull to one side? Almost every driver has experienced the car pulling to one side, a phenomenon that makes stable and safe driving difficult. Drivers struggling with a car that pulls to one side are forced to constantly correct their course and keep a close eye on the steering wheel.…
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Does wheel alignment affect steering wheel vibration?
Does wheel alignment affect steering wheel vibration? Every driver should be on the lookout for unusual behaviour and symptoms that occur whilst driving. Particularly worrying signs include noticeable vibrations in the steering wheel, which become more pronounced as the car reaches higher speeds. There are various causes that can lead to vibrations travelling through…
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Is a patched tyre safe?
Is a patched tyre safe? Patching is a fairly common repair procedure used to address various faults in car tyres. Patches can be successfully used to ensure safe driving, provided that the entire repair has been carried out safely and professionally (in accordance with standards) and that it has been applied to areas of…
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A nail in a car tyre – is it safe to drive?
A nail in a car tyre – is it safe to drive on it? Drivers who notice a nail embedded in their car’s tyres should not ignore the situation, but should inspect the tyres immediately. It is worth checking whether the tyre is losing pressure, whether there is any damage to its structure or…
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What is the shelf life of car tyres?
What is the shelf life of car tyres? Although car tyres do not have a clearly defined expiry date, there are certain general guidelines for determining a safe period of use. This is influenced by the date of manufacture, the rate of wear and tear, and the quality of the materials used in production.…
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How long does it take to adjust the wheel alignment? How long does it take?
Does your car veer slightly to the right? Do you find it difficult to stay in your lane? If so, it’s time to have your wheel alignment checked. This relatively inexpensive test will help correct your car’s track and improve your safety on the road. Wheel toe-in and toe-out are natural phenomena – unfortunately, there…
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How can old tyres be reused? How old can they be?
Polish law does not define what ‘old tyres’ actually means, which means that, in theory, we could drive on the roads even with tyres from the 1970s and not be fined for it. The question remains whether it is worth it. This is because tyres lose their properties as they age, which affects driving safety.…
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How long does it take to change the brake pads?
It’s worth remembering to check the condition of the braking system, including the brake pads, on a regular basis – and in fact, you should do this every time you change your tyres for the season. After all, the effectiveness of the braking system has a significant impact on our safety on the road. But…