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Preparing your car for winter

With winter fast approaching, this can usually create harsher driving conditions. From a dip in temperature to ice and snow - breakdowns are more likely to happen during winter months. There are benefits to maintaining your vehicle before the worst of the weather takes hold. Our guide and useful tips for maintaining your car in winter has you covered. Tips for maintaining your car in winter Prepare for longer journeys Winter driving often calls for longer journeys, visiting family and friends over Christmas. Before setting off on a long journey,...

How to Stop Car Windows from Fogging Up

Car windows can fog up all year around, but as you approach the colder months of the year, you are more likely to experience this. Foggy car windows can be frustrating and even dangerous. It’s important to clear your windows properly before driving, not only for your safety but also to avoid penalties for obscured vision. Whether it's cold weather or high humidity, fogging can happen at any time. Learn how to clear and prevent foggy windows in any season in our informative guide of hacks. Why do car windows...

How good are winter tyres on ice?

Winter tyres are designed to withstand the elements associated with the colder seasons, such as snow and ice-covered surfaces. They do this by offering more traction and grip in cold conditions with a softer compound, deeper grooves and narrow cuts (sipes) built into the tread pattern. The combination of these features on a tyre help to disperse water and snow, allowing the rubber to move around - and improving contact with the road. Therefore, winter tyres are the most optimal tyre to use when dealing with ice-covered surfaces. Should I...

When to put on winter tyres?

Knowing when to change to your winter tyres is important to keeping safe on the roads during the colder months, especially in colder countries in Europe. Generally in the UK, our weather conditions are not extreme enough to have to change from summer to winter tyres. However, if the temperatures do drop, switching your tyres over may be wise as it will improve your on-road performance considerably - especially when tackling ice and snow! Typically in the UK, you should consider changing to winter tyres when the average temperature is...

Winter Checklist

Winter can be a challenging time of year for drivers due to slippery roads, limited visibility and unpredictable conditions. As winter weather can also be hard on vehicles, it is the most common time for motorists to suffer a breakdown. To make sure that you are prepared for all eventualities, Setyres would recommend keeping the following items with you in your vehicle. Ice Scraper It is important that you keep a clear and unobstructed view of the road at all times when driving and in winter you may often wake...