Bridgestone DriveGuard Run Flat Tyres

The Bridgestone DriveGuard run flat allows you to   travel up to 80 Km at 80 Km per hour when   flat.

There is never a good time to get a flat tyre That's why Bridgestone DriveGuard Run Flat  engineered to absorb a puncture and allow drivers to get to a safe, convenient stopping place. The durable construction of the tyres sidewall ensures drivers can continue driving for up to 80 km at a maximum speed of 80 Kmh even after complete air pressure loss -practically eliminating the dangers of being stuck on the side of the road. DriveGuard Run Flat Tyres are  designed for most vehicles fitted with Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). In the event of air pressure loss, the TPMS icon will light up within a vehicles dashboard to alert drivers that they have 80 Km remaining to safely drive to the nearest Repair Centre

Additionally, with the Bridgestone DriveGuard tyre, drivers get the safety of a run flat tyre without the typical trade offs. The unique A rated tread pattern and lightweight construction work together to provide improved ride comfort, traction, handling, without having to pay a premium price. Available March 2016
in a range of sizes.
EU Legislation . As of November 2014 all cars manufactured must have Tyre Pressure Monitoring  Systems installed as standard.

COMFORTABLE
&; QUIET
Nano Pro - Tech
Sidewall Construction means a thinner sidewall that reduces heat build up during low/no inflation and enables
the tyre to be driven flat 80 km @ 80 kmh.


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INTO WINTER SAFER DRIVING

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INTO WINTER, TIME FOR COMMON SENSE DRIVING 

by Brian Byrne, Publisher of Irish Car+Travel magazine, carandtravel.ie.

The time has shifted, and suddenly we're not just driving into the winter months, it actually feels like it. Looks like it in the golden leaf colours. Sounds like it as our tyres swish through fallen leaves. Smells like it as people start lighting the more than occasional fire. So rather than go on the car review trail this week, I'm writing about keeping safe on the road in what are more difficult conditions, bound to get worse.

That extra darkness in the evening. Even if you're on the commute in reasonably lit areas, there's something different about it. Not least the pedestrians and cyclists. You'd hope that they're wearing hi-viz, but not all do. And now they're bundled up in winter clothes, dark, less skin and summer bright clothes for you to see. Muffled up in hats, caps, scarves, their own ability to watch out for traffic is impaired too.

So stay back. Leave larger gaps. Watch those mirrors as well, all the time. Out in the country dark, be particularly careful about what might be around the next corner. Personal rule, I take it easy, get home easy.

Can you be seen? We're supposed to be on the way out of recession, but the numbers of cars missing a rear light, or even a headlight on main or dipped beam, are still downright scary. Checking your lights is not something for NCT time, it's an every week thing. Or should be. Personal rule, I'm responsible for my own safety. And for the safety of those around me when I'm driving a ton and a half of metal in their vicinity.

We've had some early fog already. A harbinger of more diminished visibility conditions to come. You know your fog-lights? The lights many of you use when you're not supposed to, but too many don't use when they should? Personal rule, I learn the switches, and use the lights the way they were designed to be.

Slow down in the grey. Already I'm seeing drivers pass me at full tilt in fog, just because they're on a motorway and figure they're not going to meet anything oncoming. Until they're moving up too fast on a slower vehicle in the overtaking lane. Then they can become the vector for a multiple pile-up, possibly with fatalities, certainly with injuries. Personal rule, if I can't see beyond the car in front, I ask myself do I really need to overtake? And if I have to, I'm very conscious that there's possibly a full-tilt guy coming up behind me as I do.

Those leaves that have been falling. We hadn't much rain for the last month, but a couple of days last week changed that. Rain and leaves don't mix well with hard braking, so particularly on those tree-lined rural roads, drive so that you hopefully won't have to stop very quickly.

Which won't matter much if your tyres aren't up to winter scratch. There's a report in preparation by the RSA which is going to scare the hell out of us, about the real impact that tyre condition is having on our accident rate. I don't have the actual details yet, but I do know — because I've had multiple opportunities to test worn tyres performance in closed safe conditions — that the minimum legal 1.6mm tread depth isn't worth buttons in anything beyond a totally dry road. Just because your car passed its NCT doesn't mean you're on safe rubber. Personal rule, if I truly love my loved ones, I make sure my tyres are fit for purpose, not just street legal. And I never buy used tyres.

We haven't had ice yet. And most of recent years we haven't had much in icy roads. But it happens. All of the above driving careful comments will apply when that comes around. But I'll come back to it later in the winter.

Meantime, be sensible, then you'll be more safe. As will all of us sharing the road with you.

End of sermon. Go in peace and safety

Winter Tyre and Car Check

Winter Car Check
Winter can be the worst time to find your tyres don't grip, your battery has gone flat, your washer bottle is frozen, your windscreen wipers aren't effective or your lights let you down etc,etc.
Healys Firststop Tyre and Service Centre Naas are offering a free winter check to all drivers of cars, jeeps and light vans. Call in or make an appointment . Make us your Firststop for safer winter motoring.
Full range of Winter and All Season Tyres available to order.

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Bridgestone Runflats BMW 4-Series Bryan Cooper Jockey

Bridgestone Ireland and Healy’s Tyre and Service Centre in Naas have become official tyre suppliers to national hunt jockey Bryan Cooper, currently the retained jockey at Gigginstown House Stud.

Healy’s recently fitted Bryan’s car with Bridgestone S001 Potenza tyres at its First Stop Centre on the Monread Road in Naas. Tom Healy, Proprietor of Healy’s said: “We are delighted to be associated with Kildare jockey Bryan Cooper who has already had significant success in his career. We wish Bryan every success for the coming season.”

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Run - Flat Tyres Puncture Repairs

BMW ADVICE  ON RUN FLAT TYRES      

Can I repair the punctured tyre? BMW recommends that a Run-flat Tyre is not repaired as additional forces and wear have been incurred within the tyre whilst being driven deflated.

Could I repair a non Run-flat Tyre? BMW also recommends that non Run-flat Tyres are also replaced and not repaired, as it is difficult to know exactly what damage has been caused to the tyre once deflated or when the damage was caused.

BMW recommended tyres
Certain makes of tyre are recommended by BMW for each tyre size. They are marked with a clearly visible BMW designation star '*' on the sidewall of the tyre.

When properly used, these tyres meet the highest standards in terms of safety and handling characteristics. BMW only recommends the fitment of approved wheel and tyre combinations, as non-approved wheels or tyres may make contact with the vehicle body due to impermissible tolerances, even though they are the same size. 
HEALYS BRIDGESTONE FIRST STOP NAAS APPROVED RUNFLAT FITTING CENTRE
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PUNCTURE REPAIR TYRE ADVICE

Puncture repair

Healys Firststop Tyre Centre Naas 045 874377
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If you have a puncture, Healy First Stop Tyre specialists are there to check the tyre for you and to fix it professionally and safely.

What can I do to prevent a puncture?
The vast majority of punctures are not preventable, but following can help to reduce the risk:

• Regularly check the treads on your tyres for imbedded glass or foreign material.
• Make sure your tyres are always inflated correctly and don’t forget to check the spare tyre as well.

How do I know something is wrong?
In case of slow air leakage this can be either visually detected (tyres shows lower profile than other tyres on the car) or felt during driving (handling behaviour is gradually changing).
In case of sudden air loss, one immediately feels a loss in control. Try to slow down while steadily holding the steering wheel and stop immediately to replace your tyre.
If your car is equipped with a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), the system alerts you as soon as there is a drop in tyre pressure of one of the tyres.
In case your car is equipped with Run Flat Tyres, you can still control the vehicle when there is a sudden loss of air pressure. RFT tyres allow you to move the vehicle at limited speed for a limited distance.

What should I do when I think I have a puncture?
For sake of safety and to avoid further damage of your tyre, wheel or car, one should best have the tyre checked as soon as possible. Pull over, replace the tyre with your spare and head to your nearest First Stop dealer.
If you have Run Flat Tyres however, the reinforced sidewall of the run-flat tyres makes sure you can drive on for about 80 kilometres, at a maximum speed of 80 km/h.
We do however advise you, also in case of a Run Flat Tyre, to consult the nearest tyre dealer (ideally a First Stop dealer) to have your tyre repaired or replaced.

How many times can a tyre be repaired?
Before attempting a repair, consult the vehicle owner’s manual for restrictions. The vehicle manufacturer may restrict the use of repaired tires on its vehicles.
Whether or not a tyre can be repaired is subject to the damage and location of the puncture. For safety reason only a puncture in the tyre tread should be repaired, never the sidewall.
Always have it repaired by a specialist. The First Stop specialists are professionals. All repairs are done according to the strictest safety guidelines.

Can all punctures be repaired?
No, not all problems can be repaired. That’s why it’s so important to have it checked by a specialist. If the puncture is located within the tread area, the tyre can usually be repaired. If the puncture is located on the tyre’s shoulder or sidewall areas however, it should not be repaired.
If it is impossible to repair the punctured tyre, the Staff at Healys First Stop Tyre Centre will advise you on which new tyre is needed.

Goodyear Efficient Grip Wins Best Summer Tyre

The Award follows the EfficientGrip being named the Best Buy in Auto Express publication’s Summer Tyre Test in September 2012.  

Commenting on the Award, Goodyear Brand Manager Michelle Fisher says:

“We’re really excited to win the Best Tyre award - not only is it a great endorsement of our product, but it’s a testament to our on-going innovation and drive to bring high performance tyres to market that never compromise on safety. 

“The EfficientGrip is a great example of this commitment - a strong performing tyre that combines fuel efficiency without compromising on handling in wet and dry conditions.”

This year Goodyear launched the EfficientGrip Performance and EfficientGrip Compact with the aim of offering a range of tyres to suit all European road car needs. From the EfficientGrip SUV, introduced last year to serve the larger car market, through the Performance, Goodyear now meets a significant percentage of Europe’s total car park needs in HP and UHP with a single branded product. 

EfficientGrip Performance is currently available in 39 sizes and comes with a BA EU-label rating in 21 of the 23 sizes. While the EfficientGrip Compact, designed to serve the smaller car market and offered in sizes ranging from 14 to 16 inches, comes with a European tyre label B for wet grip and a C for rolling resistance in 85% of the total range.

“These latest additions to the EfficientGrip family demonstrate our belief in the superiority of this product - which is why it’s great to see our belief being mirrored by a leading industry title like Auto Express,” adds Fisher
Healys Firststop Tyre Centre Naas stock the full range of Goodyear Dunlop products. For further information.
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