Volkswagen Commercial Tyres

High-quality tyres you can rely on.

Your tyres go through a lot. From carrying heavy loads to driving in tough environments, they’re what get you safely from A to B so it’s important to keep yours in check so they don’t result in dangerous driving conditions for you or your employees.

If your Volkswagen Commercial vehicle is at the heart of your business, you’re sure to put it through its paces. Although tyres are designed for durability, they do wear down over time and need replacing eventually.

When you choose to have your tyres replaced professionally at one of our Group 1 Volkswagen Commercials Commercial centres, our expertly-trained technicians will ensure that you get the perfect tyres for your Volkswagen van, and that they are fitted correctly, so you can get back on the road in no time.

Simply contact your local Group 1 Volkswagen Commercials Commercial centre today for more information or to book your van in for one of our tyre services.

Get the best out of your Volkswagen Commercial vehicle

The tyres we use at Group 1 Volkswagen Commercials Commercial centres have been subjected to rigorous testing to ensure that they are the very best, and we only use products from respected manufacturers. Our dedicated technicians are both skilled and efficient, and strive to get your Volkswagen Commercial vehicle back to you as soon as possible.

To keep your vehicle safe and performing at its optimum level, it’s important that you check your tyres regularly. Not only will this reduce your running costs, but it will also ensure that your vehicle brakes and accelerates properly and can take corners with ease.

Check the following on a regular basis to keep your tyres safe and sturdy:

• Tyre pressure
• Tread depth – ensure it’s not below the minimum of 1.6mm
• Look out for any bulges, abrasions, uneven wear or objects stuck in the tread

Just like cars, commercial vehicles are subject to tyre laws. Your tyres are required by law to have a minimum tread depth of 1.6mm across the centre three quarters of the tyre around the whole circumference. Tread provides grip so not only does this keep you safe, but it ensures your car is prepared for all weather conditions; from rain to snow. Check your tread regularly as the less tread you have, the less your vehicle can grip the road.Check for objects and bulges in your tyres too. If you’re driving on and off building sites or places with objects on the floor, it’s common to drive over nails and screws that can get lodged in your tyres. Tyres failing to meet regulations is not only dangerous but illegal and can result in fines of up to £2,500 and three penalty points for each illegal tyre.

How to check

Your local Group 1 Volkswagen Commercials Van Centre can check your tyres for you, as well as advise you on the best replacements should yours be illegal or unsafe. You can check them yourself using a calibrated tread depth gauge. Check the tread at three different points around the tyre to ensure even wear and tear. A simple check can also be done with a 20p coin. You place the coin into the main tread of your tyre, if any part of the edge of the coin is still visible above the tread then your tyres could be illegal. We recommend doing this once a month to make sure your vehicles are always running smoothly. 

Tyre pressure is crucial to keeping your vehicles out of trouble and your drivers safe. Under-inflated tyres lead to poor handling and grip which can cause accidents. They also require more force to be turned, costing you fuel and putting unnecessary pressure on your vehicle. Not to mention the impact it can have on the lifespan of your tyres.

Towing
Vans often have to tow heavy objects and it’s important that you’re familiar with the specific towing instructions for your vehicle. The correct tyre pressures can be found in the vehicle handbook, inside the fuel filler cap, or on the driver’s door sill. If you cannot find specific towing instructions, the rear tyres of your vehicle should be set to the ‘fully laden’ pressure. 

How to check tyre pressure:
You can tell if your tyres are at the correct pressure if the tyre’s contact with the road is even across the tread width. This will result is an even wear of tread. They’re over-inflated for their load if the tyre’s contact with the road is focused on the centre, resulting in excessive wear of the middle of the tyre. Under-inflated tyres focus their road contact on the outer edge. You’ll notice excessive wear along the outer sides of your tyres. 

AtGroup 1 Volkswagen Commercials Commercial, our tyre services include:

• Tyres that are the perfect match for your Volkswagen Commercial model, at competitive prices
• A range of summer and winter tyre fittings for consistent performance all year round
• A variety of repairs should you need them, including puncture repair, wheel balancing and wheel alignment
• Environmentally friendly used tyre disposal
• Also, with Group 1 Volkswagen Commercials Commercial centres, we offer servicing, tyres and MOTs all in one place, for maximum convenience.

Simply contact your local Group 1 Volkswagen Commercials Commercial centre to find out which tyre services would be perfect for your vehicle.