Can I get tyres fitted at my home or workplace in Cambridge? +
Absolutely. Mobile tyre fitting is one of the most popular services in Cambridge. A fully equipped van comes to your home, workplace, or any safe location with the tyres you need. The fitter brings a hydraulic jack, wheel balancer, torque wrench, and all necessary equipment. Most jobs are completed in 20 to 30 minutes per tyre without you needing to leave the building.
Is it safe to drive on a slow puncture to reach a tyre fitter? +
If the tyre is only slightly low and you can maintain safe control of the vehicle, you can drive a short distance at reduced speed — no more than a few miles at 20–30mph. Check the tyre regularly as you drive. If the tyre is visibly flat, the sidewall is bulging, or the car feels unstable, do not drive at all. Call a mobile tyre fitter to come to your location instead.
What should I do if I get a flat tyre on the motorway? +
Pull onto the hard shoulder as far left as possible, switch on your hazard lights, and exit the vehicle from the passenger side away from traffic. Do not attempt to change a tyre on the motorway hard shoulder — it is extremely dangerous. Move behind the crash barrier if there is one, then call a mobile tyre fitter or breakdown service. If you are on a smart motorway with no hard shoulder, stop in an emergency refuge area.
Should I check my tyre pressures regularly? +
Yes — you should check tyre pressures at least once a month and before any long journey. Under-inflated tyres increase fuel consumption by up to 3%, reduce braking performance, and cause uneven wear that shortens tyre life. Over-inflation reduces grip and causes the centre of the tread to wear faster. Your correct pressures are listed in the vehicle handbook and on a sticker inside the driver's door frame or fuel filler cap.
What does the TPMS warning light mean? +
The TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) warning light indicates that one or more of your tyres has dropped below the recommended pressure. This could be caused by a slow puncture, a change in temperature, or simply natural air loss over time. Do not ignore it — under-inflated tyres increase braking distances and can overheat at speed. Check your pressures at the nearest petrol station or call a mobile tyre fitter.
Can a tyre blowout be repaired or does it need replacing? +
A tyre that has suffered a blowout almost always needs replacing. The internal structure of the tyre is usually destroyed by the sudden loss of pressure and the impact damage that follows. Even if the tyre appears intact, the sidewall and carcass will have been compromised. A tyre fitter can inspect it, but in the vast majority of cases a new tyre is the only safe option.