It certainly pays to take good care of your tyres because tyres do a lot more than just give you a comfortable ride.

They provide the grip on the road to both move the car forwards and also stop when it needs to. Uneven wear (due to poor wheel alignment) and reduced tyre tread can also impact a car's handling and braking responses.

Tyres are carefully designed to channel water away from the wheels to prevent aquaplaning or hydroplaning (loss of grip when traveling through water) which means the car is no longer responsive to steering.

We offer expert advice on all your car tyre needs - if you have any questions about tyres for your vehicle please call us today especially if you go off-road or are towing heavy loads - we'll be happy to discuss your requirements.

LeFevre Auto Repairs can fit and install new tyres on all makes and models including 4WD tyres and SUV tyres and stock a wide range of tyres including Tyremax, Roadstone and Kumho.

Check your tyre pressure weekly - always check your tyre pressure when the tyres are cool ( not after a long drive) and adjust it accordingly. It's crucial to ensure your tyres are at the recommended pressure. To find out the recommended tyre pressure for your vehicle check the tyre placard located in your glove box or on the driver's door pillar.

Under inflated tyres increase the risk of blowouts due to heat stress and can increase your petrol costs whilst tyres which are over inflated also wear unevenly and have higher safety risks.

To find out the recommended tyre pressure for your vehicle check the tyre placard located in your glove box or on the driver's door pillar.

Keep an eye on the way your tyres are wearing (the rubber on your tyres can wear out differently if it's alignment is out), not only to check when they need replacing but also to make sure there are no balance or alignment issues apparent.

When you are checking the tyre pressure, have a good look at the tread on each of your tyres (if you do this regularly you will be able to identify changes sooner) - if it appears to be wearing down unevenly, one tyre more than others or more on one edge - your wheels might need aligning or you could have suspension issues.

Mis-aligned wheels will shorten the life of your tyres and can cause problems with handling and reduce the safety of your vehicle. If you notice un-even wear on your tyre tread you should always have an expert diagnose the issue to ensure maximum safety in your vehicle.

Regular tyre inspection by you and your mechanic will identify issues earlier rather than later. LeFevre Auto Repairs your tyre specialist, can provide wheel alignments, balancing and tyre rotation which will all extend the life of your tyres.

Did you know that LeFevre Auto Repairs check your tyres with every service and provide that information in your servicing report. If we find that your tyres are no longer safe we will contact you immediately and discuss the issue. Then with your approval, we can fit 2 or 4 new tyres on the same day, when possible.