Cars cost money to maintain – that’s a fact. WOFs, annual services, petrol, oil and mechanical repairs all put a dent in your pocket. Tyres are one expense that depends on the quality of the rubber you buy. Buying good quality tyres is more cost-effective as they age slower and are less prone to wear […]
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Proper tyre pressure is vital for maintaining vehicle safety, performance and fuel efficiency. Yet, many drivers overlook this essential aspect of car maintenance. NitroFill is the premier way to inflate your tyres, as used in race cars and commonly offered on brand-new cars. Find out the many benefits here. To remind drivers of the importance
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A Warrant of Fitness (WoF) is a regular inspection conducted on vehicles in New Zealand to ensure their roadworthiness and safety. Whilst many car owners see it as an inconvenient chore, it’s worth remembering WoFs are for your safety. Every vehicle owner needs to maintain a valid WoF, renewed annually or every six months, depending
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Common Car Tyre Brands and Tyre Performance Criteria When it comes to road safety and vehicle performance, a crucial element often overlooked is the humble car tyre. A good car tyre possesses specific characteristics that enhance grip, handling and durability. Let’s look at the key features that make a car tyre exceptional and explore some
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Tyres are one of the most important components of cars in terms of safety and drivability. They are responsible for traction, grip, braking distance, comfort, fuel efficiency and more. At Drury Tires, we remind our customers of the critical aspect of vehicle maintenance that is often neglected: regularly checking the condition of your tyres. Tyres
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As a tyre specialist, we don’t need to tell you how important we perceive tyres to be. As the only surface touching the road, they are what keep us in control when accelerating, steering, and braking. Having a quality set of tyres with appropriate tread and premium rubber compounds that are suitable for your vehicle
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In a place that can be as rainy as Auckland, it is important to understand how different weather affects the driving performance of your car. More specifically, how rain affects safety. In this case; we will take a closer look at how your tyres fare in wet conditions and what you can do to improve
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5 Of The Most Popular Cars In New Zealand It’s always good to keep up with ever-changing car trends to see what’s hot and what’s not in New Zealand. So, we will look at five of the most popular motors in 2022 so far. Toyota Corolla (Hatchback) The evergreen Toyota Corolla is almost always in
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Tyre tread is so important there are legal structures in place to ensure every driver on New Zealand roads is driving a vehicle with safe tyres. Tyres with good tread depth will be capable of braking and stopping quicker than those without. In fact, the quality of the tyre makes a significant difference when it
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All-terrain tyres are a category of tyre that often use a deeper tread and wider surface to provide more grip and better traction on New Zealand’s rough roads and off-road. Driving cross country in the North or South Island can mean hitting your fair share of unsealed roads, gravel, mud and sand. Tyres made specifically
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