Driving abroad can be a daunting experience with different laws, speed limits and traffic signs to contend with. A small amount of research beforehand, however, can make your journey a lot less stressful! Merityre Specialists have put together a guide on driving in Germany, Spain, Italy and France. We would recommend that you use this as a starting point and you should also research traffic signs...
Why Do I Need an Air Conditioning Recharge Most vehicles are equipped with an air conditioning system as standard. Air conditioning systems are beneficial to drivers as they can cool your vehicle on hot days and help to de-mist your windscreen when it’s cold. Your air conditioning system is not usually checked as part of a routine car service, so it is important that you make an appointment to h...
The dangers posed by wet weather driving are frequently underestimated but these conditions can be hazardous. Take a look at our tips for driving in wet weather to keep yourself safe on the road. Prepare your vehicle Are you confident that your vehicle is ready to cope with a torrential downpour or a sudden rain shower? If not, here are the areas you should focus on checking: Windscreen Wi...
Planning to get away this Easter? Make sure your car doesn’t slow you down! Reduce the risk of a potential breakdown by following these helpful tips from Merityre Specialists before you head off on your journey! Clean and Check your Car It’s a good idea to give the exterior and interior of your vehicle a full spring clean at this time of year. Winter can leave lasting damage to your vehicle,...
A brand new Merityre Specialists has just opened in Wantage and is fast becoming popular for its great service and competitive prices. Located on Grove Street, our Wantage branch, previously Grove Street Tyres and Exhausts, is perfectly situated to serve the residents of Ardington, West Challow, Childrey, Grove and East Lockinge. Merityre Specialists Wantage stocks a huge range of tyres at comp...
When did you last have new tyres fitted to your vehicle? This new year might be the time that you need to replace them. Tyres usually last for a minimum of 20,000 miles and with proper care and maintenance you may be able to prolong their life. Depending on how far you drive daily, your driving style and if you maintain your tyres correctly, your tyres could last between one and ten years. Infre...
Driving during the festive period presents many challenges and it is no surprise that the number of breakdowns almost doubles when the temperature begins to drop. The weather, busy roads and not using your car as frequently as usual can all have a negative impact upon your winter driving experiences, so to keep you safe whilst driving over the Christmas period, Merityre Specialists have put togeth...
Many of us underestimate the importance of winter tyres and continue to use summer tyres all year round. Summer tyres, however, are not designed to cope with the harsh conditions winter can bring and they can impact on your vehicle’s performance and safety on the road. Although they look very similar, winter and summer tyres are very different. This is because they have been designed differently...
This October it is Tyre Safety Month which is a campaign from Tyre Safe designed to raise awareness of tyre safety. It is important that you get your tyres checked frequently so, if you don’t already, now is the perfect time to get in to the habit. Many drivers underestimate the importance of tyre safety and don’t realise that getting their tyres checked can be a crucial factor that may prevent a...
Here at Merityre Specialists, we have been looking forward to the launch of Continental’s new superior tyre. Unveiled late last month, the SportContact 6 is set to be a leading summer tyre offering high sports performance, maximum handling and maximum grip, without compromising on safety. Due to its breathtaking safety performance, the Continental SportContact 6 has been given a brand new produ...