2026-01-09
Are RoadX Tyres Any Good? An Honest Budget-Brand Verdict
Reliable tyres that perform well without breaking the bank, here's where RoadX fits in our range.
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49 guides on tyres, wheel alignment, servicing and car care, from the team at Park Royal Tyre and Alignment Centre.
2026-01-02
TPMS Sensors Explained: The Tyre Pressure Warning Light
That little horseshoe-shaped symbol with an exclamation mark inside it catches plenty of drivers off guard. It is the tyre pressure…
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2025-12-12
Hunter vs Hawk Eye Wheel Alignment: What's the Difference?
The short verdict: neither Hunter nor Hawk Eye is strictly better. Both are camera-based systems that measure all four wheels against…
Read more2025-11-26
6 Signs Your Car Needs a Wheel Alignment
The six signs are a steady pull to one side, a steering wheel that sits off-centre when you are driving straight, uneven or feathered…
Read more2025-11-05
Two-Wheel vs Four-Wheel Alignment: Which Do You Need?
If your steering wheel sits off-centre, your tyres wear unevenly, or the car drifts on a straight road, alignment is usually the culprit.…
Read more2025-10-30
How Often Should You Get a Wheel Alignment?
Have your wheel alignment checked once a year, or roughly every 10,000 miles, whichever comes first — the RAC advises every one to two…
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2025-10-18
Are Pirelli Tyres Worth It? Ranges, Handling & Who They Suit
High-performance tyres offering safety, comfort and sharp handling for spirited and everyday driving.
Read more2025-10-10
Wheel Alignment After Hitting a Pothole or Kerb
Yes, you should have your wheel alignment checked after hitting a pothole or kerb, even if the car still drives normally. A sharp impact…
Read more2025-09-27
Tracking vs Wheel Alignment: Are They the Same Thing?
Tracking and wheel alignment are not quite the same thing, even though almost every garage uses the two words as if they are identical.…
Read more2025-09-20
How Wheel Alignment Saves You Money on Tyres and Fuel
Wheel alignment rarely tops anyone's car maintenance list, yet it quietly decides how long your tyres last and how much fuel you burn.…
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2025-09-12
Interim vs Full vs Major Car Service: What's the Difference?
The difference comes down to depth and timing. An interim service is a light, frequent safety and fluids check, carried out roughly every…
Read more2025-09-02
What's Included in a Full Car Service?
A full car service is the most thorough routine maintenance most vehicles receive. It combines an engine oil and filter change, a check…
Read moreSame-Day Tyre Fitting & Walk-Ins Welcome
New tyres fitted from £35 while you wait, plus puncture repairs, wheel balancing and battery replacement at our Park Royal workshop. No appointment needed, just call in.