Creative & Practical Uses for Old Tyres - Supa Quick
5 Jun 2023 - Tyres,Tips/Guides
South Africa is running out of landfill space as ‘Day Zero’ looms closer and closer. To avoid a national crisis, citizens are encouraged to reduce their waste by recycling or upcycling what they would ordinarily throw away
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Tyre Design & Testing: What to Know - Supa Quick
27 May 2023 - Tyres,Safety,Tips/Guides
Tyres have come a long way since they were first invented, and testing and development is something that never stops. Once a tyre is developed, road testing allows tyre manufacturers to evaluate the tyre quality.
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Why Tyre Tread Depth is So Important - Supa Quick
23 May 2023 - Tyres,Safety,Tips/Guides,Tips/Guides,Tips/Guides,Safety
Tyre tread patterns are critical to the performance and safety of a vehicle. They are a unique design, each enhancing a vehicle’s performance in specific ways and play a significant role in providing traction and handling in different driving conditions.
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Technical Insights on Tyre Performance - Supa Quick
21 May 2023 - Tyres,Tips/Guides
Before rubber was invented, tyres were made up of a metal ring mounted on a wooden wheel. Today, we commonly recognise tyres as the black, round components mounted onto the bottom of each end of our cars.
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Wheel Balancing: Your Questions Answered
8 Mar 2023 - Tyres,Tips/Guides
Would you like to drive a vehicle that provides you with a smooth, vibration-free driving experience and always remains under your full control?
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Burst or Exploding Tyres - The What, Whys, and Hows
6 Feb 2023 - Tyres,Safety,Tips/Guides,FAQs
Unfortunately, tyres can and do burst unexpectedly. Most drivers fail to notice the signs until it's too late. Exploding tyres can be extremely dangerous to yourself and other road users.
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What You Should Know About Tyre Recycling
17 Mar 2022 - Tyres,Safety,Tips/Guides,FAQs
According to the Innovation for Sustainable Development Network, in 2011 it was estimated that 60 million used tyres could be found on South African soil – more tyres than people. With a recycling rate at the time as low as 4%, it was clear that this would impact the economy, cause further damage to the environment, and have an effect on public health.
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Vegan Tyres – Is There Such a Thing?
11 Mar 2022 - Tyres,FAQs
With the popularity of veganism on the rise, even in a country that makes the best shisanyama, we all know not to serve animal-based products to a vegan. But following a vegan lifestyle doesn’t stop at diet alone.
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How Does a Run-Flat Tyre Work?
3 Feb 2022 - Tyres,Safety,Tips/Guides,FAQs
Run-flat tyres are the only type of tyre that can keep you mobile regardless of the type of puncture you experience. Strengthened sidewalls allow you to drive for up to 80km at 80kmh once it starts to lose air.
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Curated News: Tyre Technology
25 Jan 2022 - Tyres,Safety,Tips/Guides,FAQs
With the rapid shift towards electric vehicles (EV) and few carbon emissions, Bridgestone is investing to make electric mobility more accessible and efficient for original equipment (OE) manufacturers, drivers, and fleets.
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