Tyres are your only point of contact with the road surface. You cannot neglect the condition of your Tyres. If you do you could endanger not only yourself and your passengers, but also other road users. EWARC recommend that you should check the condition of your Tyres regularly. We recommend you check your tyres at least once a month.

A Nationwide Survey (Tyre Industry Council, 2002) showed that almost 27% of vehicles had tyres with tread depths of less than 2mm. It is accepted that tyre performance and in particular braking in the wet, deteriorates dramatically below 2mm. Approximately 12% of vehicles actually had illegal tyres.

Why should you check your tyres?

Did you know that you are not insured when driving on illegal tyres? Worn tyres significantly impede the performance of your car. Do not forget that a worn tyre reduces the effectiveness of braking, steering, and acceleration, all of which are vital in staying safe. What are a few minutes put aside now to check your tyres, when you compare it to your own safety and that of your family’s?

What should you check?

The Tyre Industry Council have devised a five point tyre check:

• Check overall condition of tyres, including inner and outer sidewalls.
• Check tyre tread depth.
• Check all tyre pressures.
• Check signs of irregular wear, i.e. alignment.
• Check and examine the spare tyre.

Under the bonnet

Make sure the engine is switched off, the car is cool and parked on flat ground. Open the bonnet and look for individual markings on the side of the following four tanks:

Oil – pull out the dipstick from the engine, then wipe and replace. Pull it out again – the oil level should sit be between the minimum and maximum marks. If not, top it up.

Coolant – ensure the tank isn’t hot, and use a cloth to remove the cap. Check the minimum and maximum levels on the coolant tank, and fill up with water to the halfway point.

In the winter it’s a good idea to use a 50/50 mixture of water and antifreeze, but take care as anti-freeze can burn your skin and ruin your car’s paintwork. This will help prevent freezing, which could crack your car’s engine block.

Screenwash – make sure washer fluid is filled up to the maximum mark, but take care not to overfill.

Brake fluid – check the brake fluid level is between the minimum and maximum points. If not, ask an engineer to help – driving with low levels of brake fluid can be dangerous. Brake fluid should be changed every two years.

Headlights

Check your lights are working. These include headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicator lights and fog lights. If a bulb is blown or doesn’t work, it may need replacing.

• Open the bonnet and look behind the headlight.
• Identify the faulty bulb and remove it from its holder.
• Check your vehicle handbook for the right specification or ask an engineer to find the right bulb before buying. It can be helpful to take the old bulb along to ensure you buy the correct one.
• Unscrew the old bulb and screw in the new one. Take care when touching the bulbs – a small piece of dirt or grease can ruin the bulb.
• Ensure there are no cracks or dirt on the bulb’s seal.
• After fitting a new bulb, switch on the lights to check they work.

Capabilities

Our recovery service is fast and efficient, should you require towing to your final destination, what better way than in the comfort of one of these fine machines. The passenger cabs provide all the comforts you might require, making your journey home very comfortable indeed.

All our transports have tilt and slide decks giving the lowest possible load angles, all are fitted with twin hydraulic winches, and all the necessary towing attachments. They also have a second car lift, should you require two vehicles towing at the same time or maybe your Caravan or Trailer.

Put your vehicle in the hands of the Professionals, while you sit back and relax.

Accident Recovery

If you have been unfortunate enough to have had an accident, Let EWARC take the stress and strain out of dealing with your affairs. After towing your vehicle, we will gladly take care of all your insurance arrangements. All you need to do is inform your Insurance company where your car is. We will take care of the rest.

It is entirely YOUR CHOICE BY LAW to have your vehicle repaired WHEREVER you wish. Regardless of who your insurance company is, do not compromise on second best, Insist your vehicle is repaired at our Manufacturers Approved Repair Centre. Meeting the strict standards set by the Manufacturers is our number one priority. Only the Manufacturers Approved Repair Centre will ensure these priorities are met.

THIS IS YOUR RIGHT

Choosing the Eastern Western Accident Repair Centre will not jeopardise, or have any influence on your right to claim from your insurance company