Repairing a minor puncture is quick, but many drivers wonder if it would be better to replace the tyre altogether. As a motorist, knowing when tyres can and should be repaired and when they need replacement is a handy bit of information.
The idea of getting from A to B without horses may seem commonplace today, but the development of the automobile spans a long and colourful history. “It’s a fascinating story that’s still unfolding,” says Chris…
Tyres and tyre technology may not be uppermost in most people’s minds, but there’s a lot more to them than meets the eye. The average consumer knows that keeping wheels and tyres in good condition…
A recent exposé on unscrupulous tyre sales tactics in South Africa may also reflect the Australian context, at least at certain dealerships, warns Chris Lett, an automotive engineer with tyre businesses in Burleigh Heads and…
High-end brands often leave consumers wondering whether paying more to buy their products is worthwhile. Tyres provide a good example. Top brands like Michelin and Bridgestone, for example, come with pricing that may leave motorists…
To some businesses, a website is just – well – a website, but to Chris Lett, owner of Branigans Tyres, it should be much more than that. “Branigans wants to keep the public up-to-date on…
The big buzz around electric and hybrid cars may lead people to think that these two options are the only way to be a “green” motorist. But supposing that they already have a family car…