The Importance of Maintaining the Correct Tyre Pressure

Posted on December 14, 2012 by

The majority of people take time to undergo general maintenance on their cars however it’s easy to overlook the four wheels of rubber called tyres. Your tyres are just as important as any other part of the car, if not more important because of their constant contact with the road. That’s why it is imperative you check your tyres regularly and maintain the correct tyre pressure. • Over or under inflated tyres suffer more damage than those at the correct tyre pressure; this will result in you having to change them more frequently. Under inflated tyres require a higher rolling resistance...

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Why is Servicing Your Car So Important?

Posted on November 13, 2012 by

Your car should be regularly serviced, once every year. Look after your car and it will last for longer - fact. Servicing your car is just like going for a health check at the doctors, nothing serious just a routine check. With the financial climate the way it is, many are guilty of thinking if you skip your yearly service then you’ll be saving the pennies, but having your car serviced regularly could be the difference between minor problems and a serious, costly repair in the future, having a regular service can nip this in the bud straight away. The major...

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Get Your Car Ready For Winter!

Posted on November 2, 2012 by

Winter is definitely on its way with the temperatures dropping that little bit lower each week. It won’t be long before we’ll be out on a dark, frosty mornings de-icing our cars before heading to work, but is your car ready for the winter months? Here are some essential things you should check before Winter arrives!

Have You Got Breakdown Cover?

If not, you might want to think about getting some and remove that risk of breaking down in the middle of winter with no one to call. Breakdown companies receive record numbers of callouts each winter. Shop around and invest in...

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Tips on Making Your Car Tyres Last Longer

Posted on September 25, 2012 by

Our cars are essential objects in our lives and it’s important that we keep them well maintained, safe and on the road. MOT’s and regular servicing greatly improve the quality of your car and reducing the risk of a break down. But what can you do to help maintain your car? Keeping your tyres well maintained will not only making them last longer it will help you save money too. Here at Gilmorton Garage we specialise in the supply and fit of tyres in Leicester and have devised some top tips that can make your tyres...

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