Cars usually give you a bit of notice before the battery gives up, but it is easy to miss. Maybe it cranks a little slower than it used to, or the lights seem a bit dim first thing in the morning. Because the car still starts and still gets you from A to B, most […]

Back in May 2024, my wife Nicky and I set off on our very first trip in our newly purchased 2021 Fiat Ducato Frontier Delaware. The excitement was real—we had considered buying a bach in Whangamata but ultimately decided that a motorhome would offer more adventure and flexibility.  Like many other Kiwis, we embraced the

If you drive, you already know one thing: vehicles don’t ask for much until they suddenly ask for everything. And when they do, the bill’s usually big, urgent, and backed by the kind of noises you can’t ignore. But most of those expensive surprises? Completely avoidable. At Drury Tires, we’re not in the business of

New Zealand roads aren’t exactly forgiving. One minute, you’re cruising on smooth asphalt; the next, you’re dodging potholes. Add in the endless roadworks, gravel backroads, and the occasional rogue sheep, and suddenly, tyre maintenance isn’t just a good idea, it’s a survival skill. If you’ve ever found yourself gripping the steering wheel a little tighter

If you’re like most drivers, tyre maintenance is a whenever-I-remember kind of task, usually triggered by a dashboard warning light or the unmistakable sluggishness of under-inflation. The problem? By the time you feel your tyres need attention, you’re already wasting fuel, wearing them out faster, and possibly compromising your safety. That’s where NitroFill comes in.

Think about it—what’s the one part of your car that’s always in contact with the road? The tyres. Yet they’re often overlooked until a tell-tale wobble, puncture, or slick tread wakes us up to their importance. Tyres aren’t just a vehicle accessory; they’re the foundation of your driving safety, fuel efficiency, and overall performance. But

Driving a car with misaligned wheels is like trying to walk in shoes with uneven soles—awkward, uncomfortable, and likely to cause problems down the line. It’s one of those maintenance issues that can sneak up on you, but once it does, you’ll wonder how you ever ignored the signs. Whether you’ve noticed your car drifting

In most situations, owning an SUV is a great investment. Whether you’re off to explore New Zealand’s rugged coastlines or doing the daily school run, it’s the perfect all-rounder. But we all know the not-so-great side of it—fuel costs. Every time you stop at the pump, you can almost hear your wallet groan. What if

When was the last time you thought about your car’s wheel alignment? If you’re like most Kiwi car owners, it’s probably not high on your list of priorities—right up there with clearing out the glovebox and checking the spare tyre. But when it comes to your vehicle’s performance, safety (and even your wallet!) proper wheel

We get it—car maintenance isn’t exactly the most thrilling task on your to-do list. Between work, family, and trying to find time for a bit of fun, the last thing you want to think about is another chore, like changing your car’s oil. But here’s the thing: neglecting this simple task could lead to some