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Your car’s tyres are the only part of the vehicle which physically touches the road. For this very fact alone it stands to reason that your car’s tyres should not only be safe, but also hard-wearing, made from high quality materials, be durable and still provide you and your family with a comfortable drive. Together with ancillary insurance products such as their car warranty, motorists should consider buying wheel and tyre insurance if they spend large amounts of time out on the roads.

To meet the above demands, tyres need to be manufactured to exacting standards: sometimes up to 200 separate raw materials are used in their manufacture. The difference between a cheap and expensive tyre is due to factors like the rubber compound being of a better quality, the amount of testing put into tread patterns and rubber stability and the fact that when making tyres at higher temperatures the tyres are of a better quality as a result.

The more testing done by a tyre manufacture the lower the road noise will be, the longer the tyre will perform at its peak rate and the safer your family will be. So it should not come as a surprise that there are many different types of tyres that are manufactured for our vehicles and that their treads actually do matter. Some of these are made for a specific purpose while others are purely used for high performance road driving, the race track, desert driving or more rugged terrain such as woodlands or farms.

Tyre Width and Tread
The tyre grip depends on its rubber compound and the grooves that are present in the tread pattern, as it is the tread that does all the work. The tread helps determine how well the tyre grips on a dry road. Each manufacturer designs its own tread pattern to achieve this.

In wet conditions, the tread grooves disperse road water, ensuring that the tyre stays in contact with the road and therefore grips the tarmac. If the tyre tread is not able to disperse enough water, then your vehicle will aquaplane. This is when there is no direct contact between the tyre and the road; the tyre loses grip and the driver looses control of the vehicle. The more efficiently the grooves expel the water, the better the tyre will be at maintaining grip in wet weather conditions. If tyre treads wear down, they have diminished ability to expel water and that is where it gets dangerous for you and other road users. Worn tyres are dangerous – do not drive on tyres with less than the legal tread limit.

There are many types of tread pattern, all of which are used for different performance issues including standing up to various driving forces such as cornering, steering and high speed braking, road noise reduction, low wear and traction with the surface you are driving on. Tyre treads are designed to cope with the road surface be it snow, farm tracks (large knobbly tyres for digging in), race tracks (soft tyres with minimal groves) or wet weather tyres (deep groves designed to expel water out and away from your car).

The sidewalls combine with the air in the tyre to carry the weight of the vehicle. The outside of the sidewall should always be where you find the tyre size and specification details. Damaged sidewalls could cause a blow out with deadly consequences.

There are legalities in relation to the tyre specifications. This is because they are the main safety features of a tyre. The manufacturer is responsible for any relevant sidewall markings and an owner is responsible for the condition of tyre including the width and tread depths.

The legal minimum tread depth for car tyres is 1.6mm continuously around the band of the central tread of the tyre, circling at least 75 % of the tyre. The remaining grooves must have a depth of a least 1 mm again circling 75 % of the tyre. It is always advisable to change the tyre before it gets to this level, not only for safety reasons, but legal reasons too. You could get a hefty fine as well as points on your licence if you are caught in the UK driving on illegal tyres.

Belted/Radial Tyres
Radial, or belted tyres, are what have almost totally replaced the cross-ply tyre. The materials of the radial tyres inner casing runs perpendicular to the direction of tyre travel. If viewed side on, the materials run radially, hence their name. The only problem associated with the composition of this type of tyre is that the materials cannot absorb the lateral force when cornering or accelerating. To correct this, the materials are supported by another structural material, for example steel belts.

The steel belts are rubber encircled ropes of steel wire. They give structural rigidity and maintain the tread flat in contact with the road. With bead-wires, the ultra-strong steel wires hold an extreme resistance to stretching, therefore holding the tyre to the rim, even during very high performance driving.

Run Flat Tyres
Manufacturer have now developed tyres and systems that allow a vehicle to continue moving despite there being a loss of pressure in the tyres. Currently there are two systems. The reinforced tyre sidewall brands on the market include Bridgestone, Continental, Dunlop, Goodyear, and Pirelli. The other uses a rubber clip attached to the rim; brands using this system include Michelin. Run flat tyres should be fitted only in conjunction with your car’s tyre pressure warning system, if applicable. Although new cars will automatically be provided with the appropriate tyre choice, if car buyers are replacing run flat tyres with aftermarket upgrades, due care must be taken to ensure that they are compatible with your car.

Little Known Fact: Rubber car tyres actually deteriorate with age, this is even the case when those tyres have simply sat on a warehouse shelf and not been used. This aging means that the tyre will be more prone to sudden and unexpected structural failure. The same goes for your spare tyre which may have been in your vehicle’s boot for the past few years, or for those extra tyres stored in the garage! Never risk causing an accident just to save a little money. It’s false economy to buy tyres in bulk if you end up replacing them prematurely due to deterioration. Always ask your tyre supplier how long the tyres they are selling you have been on the self.

Summer Tyres
These particular tyres provide excellent driving and braking performance, both on dry and wet roads, during temperatures above freezing in the spring, summer, autumn and winter. Summer tyres typically perform well in warm weather and are not suitable for cold driving conditions. The simple block shaped tread on the tyre ensures that the tyre’s contact with the road is as firm as possible, giving maximum grip at all times.

Winter Tyres/Cold Weather Condition Tyres
These tyres are for use when the weather turns cold or there is snow and ice on the roads. The tread has a blocked design with deep, wide blades or grooves. These ensure that there is superior traction and braking performance on winter road surfaces. The tread rubber gives excellent friction and allows flexibility at low temperatures. Most of the current designs are centred towards the braking performance and driving control on icy roads. Improvements in tyre design and technology have beeen made possible partly due to performance information gained from track motor sports.

All-Season Tyres
As their name suggests, these are designed for use all-year round, and are more complex than other tyres. This is because of the longer block-edge that is used for winter. More blades or grooves are apparent in these tyres to ensure improved braking and driving performance, produced by maximising the effect of its edge. All-season tyre tread designs provide superb all-around traction for various road conditions, whilst still providing even wear and low noise.

Snow tyres
Snow tyres are especially designed to perform better when driving in the snow. They have been designed to replace the standard tyre for the winter months to ensure driving on the snow and ice is safer. The type of rubber used maintains its elacticity, while deeper treads increase road traction. A tyre with a shallow tread will not work to displace the same amount of snow or ice as one with a deep tread. They will perform well in such conditions as road flooding, ice and mud.

4WD Tyres
4wd tyres are produced for high performance on 4×4 vehicles, they will often be made for driving off-road too. Today many vehicles are built with four wheel drive capability; 4WD (4 wheel drive) is no longer the sole domain of Land Rover Discovery and Toyota Land Cruiser. Modern saloon cars like the Mitsubishi Evo and Subaru’s WRX also have four wheel drive systems which can be engaged either permanently or – as in the case of the Subaru Forester 4WD for example – can be engaged and disengaged as dictated by driving conditions. Gone are the days where 4WDs were only used by the military and emergency services. In fact as a group Future45 Ltd has found a steady increase in sales of gap insurance to buyers of 4WD Sports Utility Vehicles over the past 36 months and expect this market segment to continue it’s growth.

Little Known Fact: Heat can cause tyre fatigue resulting in catastrophic failure. The main causes of such failure are due to frequent overloading of the vehicle which overheats the tyres though friction; the other is simply by living in a country with a hot climate. Since the tyres are prone to failure far sooner in these conditions more frequent tyre condition checks should be made under these circumstances. Many tyre manufacturers recommend that a vehicle’s tyres are changed every 5 to 7 years on average even if they still have plenty of legal tread on them.

Car tyres’ sidewall markings
Markings are apparent on all tyres; if your tyre doesn’t have any, then it is not an acceptable tyre. To choose the right type of tyre you should pay attention to what the information in these markings means. For example:

If your tyre has 175/65 R14 T imprinted on it then:
• 175 is the tyre width in mm
• 65 is the tyre sidewall profile or the sidewall height as a percentage of its width
• R means radial (rather than a cross ply)
• 14 is the diameter of the wheel rim, in inches
• T is the speed rating which must match, or exceed the maximum speed of your car.

Speed ratings are as follows:
S 180 km/h or 112 mph
T 190 km/h or 118 mph
U 200 km/h or 125 mph
H 210 km/h or 130 mph
V 240 km/h or 149 mph
W(ZR) 270 km/h or 168 mph
Y(ZR) 300 km/h or 186 mph
ZR Above 240 km/h or 149 mph

Big Brand Tyres & Their Reputations

It used to be the case that there were only 3 or 4 brands that were available, but due to mergers and the increasing demands and needs of the consumer, more budget brands have entered the marketplace. The main ones are:

Michelin (France) -This is the world’s number one tyre manufacturer. They own Michelin, BF Goodrich, Kleber, Uniroyal and Riken.
Bridgestone (Japan) -One of the top 3 manufacturers. Back in 2003 Bridgestone (Japan) recently announced that they would be investing heavily in new research and development to produce tyres in the high performance sector, and also intended to raise their stakes in Europe’s share of global Bridgestone business. This initiative was a success and has put Bridgestone firmly in amongst the worlds top tyre manufacturers. Today they own Bridgestone, Firestone, Daytona and Europa.
Goodyear Dunlop (USA) -Goodyear Chemical provides both standard and high-performance polymers, antioxidants, latex and adhesive resin products to its customers on a global scale. The business has annual revenues of more than $750 million. Recently merged to form one of the largest tyre manufacturers in the world, they own Dunlop, Goodyear, Fulda, Falken and Kelly.
Yokohama (Japan) -In the top 10 list of manufacturers. Their 4WD tyres are world renowned, Their name embossed on the tyre sidewall painted white ensures instant brand recognition.
Pirelli (Italy) -In the top 5 of manufacturers. Pirelli are one of the worlds premier premium tyre brands. High performance car and motorcycle tyres are synonymous with the Perelli brand name. They have recently developed the Ceat and Courier brands.
Cooper Tyre (USA) -They own Cooper, Avon and Mastercraft.
Continental (Germany) -They own Continental, Uniroyal, General Tyre, Gislaved and Semperit.
Toyo (Japan) – They are one of the newest budget firms.
Kumho (Korea) – They are a budget range with an emphasis on sporting tyres.
Vredestein (Netherlands) – They have an enormously wide range of tyres and are constantly working on innovative solutions, which they prove in practice by regularly introducing new tyres.

Tyre Terms You May Have Heard Before

Rolling Resistance
The rolling resistance of your tyres can affect your fuel economy. Tyres should always be pumped to the correct pressure to maximise performance an duel economy. Therefore some tyres are described as “fuel savers”, “eco” or “energy” tyres. These tyres may have low rolling resistance. A general rule is that the narrower a tyre the more fuel you will save and they often, though not always, are less likely to aqua plane on road surface water at higher speeds! Interesting and completely logical when you think about it!

Tyre Pressures
Always check that your car has the correct tyre pressure. You will find the recommended pressure for your car either in the handbook, the glove box or the inside of the driver door panel. Check the tyre pressure every couple of weeks. Your tyres will warm up when you drive and the air inside them will expand, therefore for an accurate reading you need to check the pressure only when your tyres are cold.

An interesting note here is how Formula 1 use this principle. Cold Formula One tyres are actually almost flat! They need to be brought up to temperature very quickly for optimal performance. Optimal performance is when the tyres are blisteringly hot and that makes them sticky as the rubber compound melts. When taking a corner at high speed, the melting rubber will hold the car to the race track. A Formula One car relies on the hot tyres as this expands the air in them, which in turn inflates the tyres. However in a road going car you must not drive with under or over inflated tyres as this will hinder the handling of the vehicle and their structural safety is also dependent on their inflation pressure. Uneven tyre pressure will increase both tyre wear and your fuel consumption.

Wheel Alignment
If you find that your tyres are evenly worn across the surfaces, this is a sign of good wheel alignment. Over or under inflation could cause uneven tyre wear. If your tyres are badly worn on one edge this could signal that the wheel alignment has been knocked off of track. It is then essential that you have your wheel checked by a reputable garage or wheel and tyre centre as soon as possible. They will check your wheel alignment, camber and toe settings for you to ensure a safer drive, lower fuel consumption and longer tyre life.

Wheel Balancing
Wheels are balanced using tiny leads weights placed on the outside of your rims after the tyre has been fitted to the wheel. Each wheel is done individually. If your wheels are unbalanced, not only will you feel a vibration in your steering wheel, but the vibrations become more violent as the balancing gets worse. These vibrations can cause mechanical damage to your car and the distraction to the driver is dangerous. Always seek professional help as soon as you feel that there is anything at all that may be wrong with your vehicle’s tyres. Not only your life, but those of your family and other motorists are also at stake. Again, it is essential that you have your checked by a reputable garage or wheel and tyre centre.

Spare Tyre
Always ensure that your spare wheel is in good condition. Check the spare tyre’s pressure and tread every few months, so avoiding any problems should you need to use it. Your spare’s tread should be within legal limits if you have elected to use a tyre which you previously had on your car. Best practice is to always have a brand new tyre for your spare. Spare tyres can be full-size or temporary space saver “mini spares”. These are designed to take up less room in your vehicle and to get you home in an emergency. They are not meant to be driven on for long periods of time and they are usually not suitable for speeds in excess of forty to fifty miles per hour. If in doubt consult the manufacturer.

Directional Tyres
Directional Tyres guarantee the best possible sound reduction and water dispersion. For these reasons the tyres must be fitted correctly. Directional tyres are fitted with the arrow point and the words “ROTATION” pointing towards the forward driving direction of the vehicle.

Asymmetrical Tyres
Tyres with an asymmetrical tread also exist. These have a more open tread on the inner section and less open tread on the outer section. The less open tread is intended for high traction on a dry road and road adherence in corners while the inner section has a more open tread that results in an improved dispersion of water.

Tyre Care Reminder

It is essential that you maintain the tyre pressure, for safety, economy and for the sake of the environment. So check that all your tyres are at the correct pressures, every couple of weeks. Don’t forget to check your spare.

When you do this, also check for any tyre damage at the same time. Have your tyres checked if you notice any strange lumps or scrapes, as these could eventually cause the tyre to fail. Noticing uneven wear could mean that the wheel alignment is incorrect, or if you have braked suddenly, there may be a flat area. So again, always have them professionally checked if you have been involved in any situation involving emergency or heavy braking.

Remember that not only is it illegal to have tyres below the legal limit of 1.6mm, but you may well also void your car insurance. There will also be a greater risk of skidding and aquaplaning. It’s important to inspect the tread regularly.

This article was supplied by the Gap Insurance division at Future45 Ltd group of companies for informational purposes only and should not be construed as advice. In the interests of your safety please consult your local tyre replacement centre if you are in any doubt about the condition of your car tyres.

Taking your car to a nearby race track and thrashing it about a bit without risking the lives of other road users is becoming very popular. A leading experience-day operator has recently stated that more than 25% of the population have bought a track day for friends or family, and around 30% of people have been on one themselves. They are also becoming increasingly popular as corporate events. Because they are a relatively new trend however, there is still a lack of understanding about how they work. Take a look at these golden nuggets of advice.

Insurance. The large majority of professionally run race tracks have comprehensive insurance that covers all guests. This is one less thing to worry about, but you should always double check before you go as some race tracks don’t cover guests.

Driver. It could be that you’re in the driving seat for your whole track day, but often a professional takes you for a spin for part of the day. As the experts know the tracks like the back of their hands, they will know the perfect racing lines and breaking points, so its worth listening up.

Licence. You are very rarely required by law to have a full driving licence for track days as they take place on private land. Having said this, it is rare for a track to except people that do not have a license as it put the other drivers on the track at more risk.

Tires. Unless you are on a team building day and are not paying for any wear and tear, you might want to take care of your tyres. They can cost you a small fortune if you buy new, and whilst they might last years driving normally, just half an hour fast driving on a track can wear them right out.

Caution. Just because you are not on the public roads, it doesn’t mean that you suddenly become immortal. Track days are a great deal more dangerous than Henley Regatta for example, so make sure you’ve woken up before you get in the car.

There are so many reasons why you should actually wear glasses when you are driving and of course this just doesn’t apply for the people that need them as you can always go after something like cheap glasses.

However if you already wear the glasses you should most certainly be wearing them when you are driving around in your car. If your vision is a blurry when you are outside of the car then why would it be any different in front of the wheel. It it very stupid because it sounds like an obvious thing to but it happens a lot of the time when people forget to put on their glasses.

A lot of the problems that happen are not from the peoplethat wear their glasses all of the time but from the people that are only wearing them for things like television and DRIVING A CAR!

A really good idea is to actually go out and get another pair of glasses to put into the car so you know what to do and you cannot forget them when you are going to leave.

The people that wear their glasses are a lot less likely to cause an accident and this becomes a serious problem for the people that forget to put them on. if you have just gotten into the car and have forgotten the glasses but know you are running a bit late then go and get them, safety is priority over everything.

If you are doing things like this then without a doubt you are going to be cutting down the rate of an accident. Prescription glasses aren’t as expensive as they used to be and there are plenty of cheap online places that offer good quality glasses.

You might think your car is working perfectly, but problems can become apparent at any time. Heading off to the relative’s house 150 miles away isn’t a pretty prospect if your car has something wrong with it. It may be that you need a new gearbox, and car gearboxes aren’t cheap.

Xmas On The Cheap

Of course, if you get the gearbox checked over and find nothing is wrong with it then you can pat yourself on the back and think about spending those pennies on something else! There are some people that will get bad news about their gearbox though, and they will need to find a specialist repair centre urgently. Don’t worry though – there are some gearbox repair centres out there that won’t charge the earth for a new gearbox fitting in your car. If costs are mounting up already this Christmas, see if the repair centre offers the option of a reconditioned gearbox, which is a great cost-effective solution.

If you’re planning on getting away this Christmas, it is wise to make sure your car is in good working order and something as integral as the gearbox isn’t going to suddenly fail on you half way down the motorway. There are people out there that neglect their annual service on their car and then find their holiday plans are ruined because the car has a fault and there isn’t time to get it fixed over the Xmas period.

New And Old Can Suffer

Also remember that new cars often need gearbox problems and the like sorting out. There are cars that might have only done 10,000 miles and yet they start with gearbox problems. Of course, if you have a nearly new car then this isn’t what you want to happen, but some people are just unlucky. This year, have a happy Christmas by making sure you don’t have to pay for any car gearbox repairs!

New drivers that have just passed their tests are often looking for that perfect car, and yet the prospect of being able to head out in a car alone can fill people with different emotions. Once the driving instructor isn’t in the passenger seat next to you, its up to you to make the decisions. In most cases though, the majority of drivers are just relieved that they finally have some independence!

Do You Know The Inner Workings Of Your Car?

Of course, when you’re caught up in all the excitement of becoming a new driver, it is easy to overlook some of the important things like the car you’re going to have. It could be that your parents have bought you a vehicle and it is verging on being an old banger. With the recession still biting at the heels of drivers, not everyone can pay for a new car and an older car is the only option, but then you have to take into consideration all the extra problems you may encounter. Some new drivers find that gearbox problems are common in their old motors, so they have to do something about it.

Find The Info Yourself

Any understanding parent should point a new driver in the direction of where they need to be for getting their gearbox problems sorted. Actually, you don’t have to do a lot of digging, because there are some specialist gearbox repair centres in the UK that are capable of dealing with a whole host of nasty gearbox problems. Reputable companies will get your car as good as new.

The next thing you’re probably going to be concerned about is the cost. Gearbox problems aren’t cheap to fix – especially if you go to a main dealer – but there are some cost-effective options out there. Plus, some specialist garages will be able to offer you the reconditioned gearbox option will save a lot of money.

When you buy used Vauxhall cars, you get the peace of mind that you’re buying from a trusted vehicle manufacturer, plus the opportunity to save bundles of cash. Ask anyone in the motor industry and they will tell you that the Vauxhall name has always been associated with good quality cars. When you buy used you can feel confident that you are getting a good, solid car, but at a great price. Now is the time to look for used Vauxhall cars if you’re wanting to save money on motoring.

The Meriva

Many people feel that it is the Vauxhall Meriva that is the best family car. Indeed, it has plenty of room for the children and ample boot space for shopping or something more adventurous, like transporting the beach essentials. Therefore, it is no surprise that the Vauxhall Meriva is one of the most popular family cars due to its features.

The Corsa

There are other Vauxhall cars that have a loyal following though, such as the Corsa. New drivers love the Corsa as it is easy to drive and affordable. Plus, when you buy a used Vauxhall Corsa you can save eve more money. Even though it is considered reasonably affordable to buy new, you can make great savings buying used from a trusted dealer.

All Vauxhall models offer great value

With so much choice in the availability of used Vauxhall cars, you might not know exactly what model you’re looking for, but you know that you want a Vauxhall. This is how many people feel, and they are lured in by the prices and great deals available on used cars these days. With the recession still in full swing, many car dealerships have slashed their prices further to make quick sales and there has never been a better time to pick up a great deal on a used Vauxhall car. It doesn’t matter which model you want, just as long as you shop for used Vauxhall cars at a trusted dealer to get the best deal.

If you think you would panic if your car started faltering, don’t feel like you’re the only one. Many people would panic if something went wrong internally, and if you know more about your car’s aesthetics rather than its inner workings, its likely that you’re going to need a bit of help when something develops a fault. And although men are usually the ones that know more about cars, it is sometimes the case that even they don’t know what do with an internal fault issue like a faulty gearbox. Car gearboxes are notoriously hard pieces of kit for people to get their head round, and just looking at one may surprise you when you learn that it is a main function of the car. Does that small component really control so much? When the car gearbox is faulty, the only option is to take it to the local garage so it can be looked at by a professional.

Nursing Your Car Better

Once admitted to the garage, the mechanic will check it over and probably request that your car stays overnight so they have longer to make sure they find out what the problem is.   It’s a bit like a hospital admission for your poorly relative, although in this case it is your car that’s poorly. Whereas some won’t bat an eyelid about leaving their car at the garage for open heart surgery, others will get quite distressed about the whole thing. But don’t worry – the mechanic will get the car as good as new when the gearbox has been repaired, or replaced – whichever they recommend. You will have to make a decision about what you want to do with your car gearbox, and this will mean having it replaced with a brand new one or having a reconditioned gearbox fitted. Usually, you can choose whether you have a new gearbox fitted or have a reconditioned gearbox put in place, and the choice boils down to the cost. In the world of car gearbox repairs, cost is always an important factor and a reconditioned gearbox is the cheaper option for all parties concerned.

Happy, Healthy Driving

After you have made the decision about what the mechanic should do, it is then up to the mechanic to get the car back to good health. Without the gearbox the car is worthless. There isn’t really an alternative to getting your gearbox repaired, as it is either that or send the car to the scrapheap, which you’re unlikely to want to do. Get the car to a specialist repair centre ASAP and then the car will get fixed promptly and you can be back driving again soon after.

There’s nothing worse than trying hard to save money during the current climate, only to find your car needs to go to the garage to be repaired for a gearbox problem. Car faults are notoriously costly and they can quite easily eat into a month’s wages if you have luxury car. If you own a 4×4 then you may have been stung a couple of times with vehicle repair costs. Because of this, many people don’t buy expensive cars because they know the parts and labour costs will be extortionate. So, if this situation sounds familiar to you, you’re going to need to consider the most cost-effective motor solutions. When something like your gearbox dies on you, the cheap solution is a reconditioned gearbox.

Get In The Driving Seat Again

A reconditioned gearbox is basically just a gearbox that has been repaired to look as good as new. This is a great way to save money. The best part is that you can’t tell the difference between a brand new one and a reconditioned one, at least not when the motor is running. It will run as good as new and give you the reassurance back that your car is safe to drive again. There is nothing worse than driving with trepidation because you fear the car may break down at any moment. You’re not going to be going very far though if your car gearbox isn’t working!

The Number 1 Choice Is A Cost-Effective Reconditioned Gearbox

When you have a reconditioned gearbox fitted, the gearbox you have will depend on whether your car is manual or automatic transmission. It is fair to say that the automatic gearboxes do cost more, but shop around for the best deal. A reconditioned gearbox will save you money either way though, and if it was a brand new gearbox you were having instead, you might struggle to pay for it during these hard economic times. If the gearbox goes, it can be frustrating when you think about how much money you have spent on it over the years, but a reconditioned gearbox really does save the day. However, car repairs are a fact of life and something every driver needs to be aware of. The best way to save money though is without doubt through the purchase of a reconditioned gearbox.

There’s nothing worse than trying hard to save money during the current climate, only to find your car needs to go to the garage to be repaired for a gearbox problem. Some luxury car owners find that their car faults are particularly expensive. If you own a 4×4 then you may have been stung a couple of times with vehicle repair costs. Because of this, many people don’t buy expensive cars because they know the parts and labour costs will be extortionate. So, if this situation sounds familiar to you, you’re going to need to consider the most cost-effective motor solutions. When something like your gearbox dies on you, the cheap solution is a reconditioned gearbox.

Running As Good As New

A reconditioned gearbox is basically just a gearbox that has been repaired to look as good as new. This is a great way to save money. In many cases, a reconditioned gearbox might cost less than half the price of a brand new one. Your car will run as good as new again and you will have that added peace of mind that it is safe to be in. There is nothing worse than driving with trepidation because you fear the car may break down at any moment. You’re not going to be going very far though if your car gearbox isn’t working!

A Reconditioned Gearbox – Saving Money Is Good

The reconditioned gearbox that gets fitted in your car is dependent on your car’s transmission – manual or automatic. It is fair to say that the automatic gearboxes do cost more, but shop around for the best deal. A reconditioned gearbox will save you money either way though, and if it was a brand new gearbox you were having instead, you might struggle to pay for it during these hard economic times. If the gearbox goes, it can be frustrating when you think about how much money you have spent on it over the years, but a reconditioned gearbox really does save the day. You’re not alone in having to spend money on your car repairs, and every driver, at some point in their lives, will have to pay pricey repairs. Of course, you can take the pressure off by having a reconditioned gearbox fitted, as you will save a lot of money.

Vans can give you just as many problems as a car can if not more.

A big problem for van owners is that people tend to sneak into the back and attempt to steal some of the goods. It will really only take somebody a matter of seconds to be able to take thousands of pounds worth of goods. The best piece of advice is to lock the van at all times even if you are just popping into somewhere like a shop for thirty seconds as the whole of the vans goods could be stolen in this time if you have someone who knows what they are doing.

It has also become very difficult for smokers who have a works fan as you are now no longer able to smoke in a van that is the property of a business. This is partly because people are fed up recieving sofas that stink of smoke and partly because smoking is now seen as a disgusting habit.

If you were to crash your van and items were to break then would your normal insurance actually cover this? Normal insurances like business insurance will not cover you and the office insurance is not going to help you out either.

This is where you can look into getting business vans insurance as this will help you out when it comes to the above problems. Because the insurance is catered around the van itself it will cover you from things like loss of stock as well as collisions and even if a fire breaks out.

If you are serious about looking after your van then just take a look at some of the policies out there for you, some are not expensive at all. An end could come to a business if a lot of stock is stolen from the back of a van.