Tyres, Brakes and Exhausts

Tyres
Cross Motor Engineers provides tyres from all the leading brands including Pirelli, Michelin, Continental, Bridgestone, Goodyear, Dunlop, Firestone.
To get the best deal on Pirelli, Dunlop, Michelin, Continental, Avon and many more call us today for a quotation.

Legal Requirements and Recommendations
It is a requirement of UK law that your vehicle is fitted with the right size and type of tyre for the vehicle and the purpose for which it is used. Tyres should also be inflated to the manufacturers recommended pressure, accounting for load and road conditions.

The legal limit for tread depth is 1.6mm going across the central ¾ of the tread and around the entire circumference of the tyre. For safety reasons leading motoring organisations recommend that tyres be replaced at 2mm with some manufacturers recommending 3mm or more. Radial and cross-ply tyres must not be mixed on the same axle.

Tyres pressures and tread depth should be checked every week including the pressure of the spare wheel. Also inspect tyres at least every two weeks for signs of damage, uneven wear, splits or cracks. Your tyres should be inspected by your tyre centre every six months or you are involved in a collision or kerb impact.

Brakes
The purpose of a braking system is to slow and stop your vehicle and is controlled by a foot pedal and by a hand or parking brake. The brakes also have to prodide adequate force to allow you to make an emergency stop if needed, hence, it is very important to ensure that your braking system is maintained and operating at optimum levels.

It is a legal requirement that your braking system performs as intended and your brakes will be tested as part of your MoT.

Brakes, like many other components deteriorate and eventually wear out over time and because it happens gradually, many people don't notice the difference in their braking system. Having your brakes checked regularly could also save you time and money by preventing damage to other components.

At Cross Motor Engineers, we supply and fit brakes to fit the widest selection of cars and light commercial vehicles, so when your brakes need attention you are never very far away from the solution. We all understand the importance of keeping your braking system working at its optimum level, so why not call in or book an inspection and free brake check. Call us for more details.

Exhausts
Your exhaust emissions system is the only means of channelling away fumes from your vehicle so it is important from a safety point of view that the system is efficient. At Cross Motor Engineers, we provide a repair service which saves you the expense of replacing a system that may have a little life left in place.

An exhaust that has failed can lead to fumes being drawn into the vehicle and as a result of prolonged exposure can make a vehicle occupant feel drowsy, which could lead to an accident. To avoid this happening, Cross Motor Engineers will inspect and test your existing system and if necessary replace it. We have a wide selection of exhausts for all types of vehicles and light commercial types, so when your exhaust fails you are never very far away from the solution. If for any reason we do not have your particular make or model in stock we can usually obtain the supply within 24 hrs, so give us a call as we guarantee you'll get a great deal. All exhaust systems supplied and fitted by Cross Motot Engineers carry a full guarantee.