Tyre Care – The importance of correct tyre pressure
The correct tyre pressure is vital for both safety and for extending the life of your tyre. You should check your tyre pressures monthly, including the spare and before any long distance driving. Make sure the tyre pressures match the pressures recommended by the vehicle manufacturer.
Tyre pressures should if possible be checked cold. If tyre pressures are checked hot, add 4 to 5 psi (0.3 bar) to the recommended pressures. In the case of unusual pressure loss, the internal and external condition of the tyre should be checked, as well as the condition of the wheel and valve.
Get a grip on tyre pressures!
Maximum grip on the road is vital for road safety.
This can only be achieved with the correct pressure in your tyres.
3D 4 Wheel Alignment
All cars should have their wheels aligned professionally every year or at their scheduled service interval.The good news is D&RJ Tyres offer a state-of-the-art wheel alignment service.
Using digital cameras our new 3D Image Aligner captures your vehicle’s alignment in 3 dimensional space without reference to the lift or the horizontal plane. By placing reflective targets on the vehicle’s wheels, full alignment readings are achieved.
If adjustments need to be made we will complete the work there and then.
Technical Information
Wheel Alignment or tracking, is important for good road holding and to maximise the life of the tyres. Hitting a kerb or driving at speed through a pot hole can result in misalignment. To have your wheels aligned by us simply pop in and see us.
For most cars aligning the front wheels will resolve many of the uneven tyre wear problems. However there will be some cases where all 4 wheels will need to be aligned. On checking your vehicle our technicians can advise on requirements and if adjustments can be made will advise of the additional cost.
Common technical issues
Direction & Angle
The direction and angle at which tyres are set are both important. Wheel alignment involves checking the direction and angle against vehicle manufacturers’ specifications and are both equally important. You may hear these described as toe in, toe out, positive camber or negative camber.
The "Toe"
The “Toe” refers to whether the front of the tyres across an axle are closer or further apart than the rear of the tyres. Different types of vehicles need different toe settings to allow for the way that wheels pull either towards each other or apart.
The "Camber"
The “Camber” is the inward or outward tilt of a tyre and is specified by the vehicle manufacturer. It can be affected by potholes in the road and needs to be checked regularly to see if any adjustment is required.
Rapid Wearing
Incorrect wheel alignment can result in rapid wearing on the edges of the tyre and could affect the handling on the vehicle and certainly mean a replacement earlier than would otherwise be required. An example reading would be 2-4-4mm or as in the image (below right) 2-1-0mm.
Tyre Wear
On a front wheel drive car the front tyres will usually wear more quickly due to the increased work load on the front axle.
High performance cars
High performance cars will also wear tyres much quicker than a less powerful car due to the additional power going through the drive wheels.
Under inflation
This will cause the tyres to wear more on both tyre edges as the central part bulges in. An example tread depth reading would be 2- -4 – 2 mm.
Over inflation
This will cause the tyres to wear more in the centre of the tread as the central section bulges out. An example tread depth reading would be 4 – 2 – 4 mm.
Wheel alignment for all vehicles
Cars
All makes and models
Vans
Commercial vehicles
SUVS & Light Trucks
Specialised alignment service
Specialised London Hackney Taxi Alignment
We provide expert wheel alignment services specifically tailored for London Hackney Taxis. Our specialists understand the unique requirements of these iconic vehicles and ensure optimal performance.
- Specialised equipment for Hackney carriages
- Experienced technicians with taxi certification
- Quick turnaround time to minimise downtime
- Competitive rates for taxi operators
Our Core Services
Tyre Sales & Fitting
Professional repair services for all types of tyre damage
Tyre Repair
Expert puncture repairs and tyre maintenance services
Wheel Alignment
Specialised alignment service including London hackney cabs
TPMS Services
Expert tyre pressure monitoring system maintenance
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Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 5:00pm
Saturday: 8:30am - 1pm
Sunday: Closed
Contact Information
Unit 4, Opco Trading Complex,
Speke Hall Rd,
Liverpool, L24 9HE