Posted on by

Equip your garage with incredible tyre machine packages for less this October!

Have you had a crucial piece of tyre fitting equipment suddenly breakdown recently? Maybe you feel it is time for a change, but the budget isn’t quite stretching far enough to really upgrade?

Tyre Bay Direct have provided you with a lifeline!

Outstanding October offers are now live on equipment from two of our biggest brands, Atlas Equipment & Redback by Unite and these offers are certainly not about for long (October only as it happens, so don’t miss out.

Discover the tyre machine and balancer packages available online now:

[ux_products ids=”32425,32392″]

Essential & Affordable Atlas!Atlas TC320 Tyre Changer Only

Seen across North America, Canada and now more commonly in the UK, our mid-range brand of equipment is the expert mix of affordability and high-tech features. It continues to be as popular as ever. For any garage owner searching for reliable and accurate tyre fitting machines, Atlas Equipment is the brand for you!

The TC320 tyre changer is perfect for big and small jobs, paired perfectly with either the WBHS or WB49 Pro. Not only are these machines some of the best value tyre equipment on the market today, but the prices just got even better!

Half price balancer + £100 credit on your account..

Atlas Equipment offers a host of options to get you going including 12 months’ parts + labour, machines built from quality components to last and a heavy-duty 3000kg force aluminium bead breaker on the TC320 (no rust here). Delivery is also included in the price, while collection is available upon request. To top it all off installation is also available at a small additional cost.

Redback & Winntec together for the ultimate big saving!

Why over-spend on tyre changing machines when getting into fitting? Invest in the best from Redback by Unite!

Known as our budget-friendly tyre equipment brand, Redback by Unite pairs seamlessly with the Redline Winntec Jack to provide the ultimate tyre fitting package.

You can NOW SAVE BIG! Receive a FREE Redline 3 Ton Trolley Jack with either Redback package combo, as well as up to £200 off your selected balancer!

Grab yourself a bargain today!

Discover our Redback by Unite offer & Atlas Equipment offer only available this October.

For more information on all the machines available in these offers, contact us online today or call us on 01527 883580 now.

Posted on by

Why you need to be ready to fit TPMS in your MOT Bay?

Since 2012 and the introduction of tyre pressure monitoring systems, TPMS has been fitted into millions of cars in the UK. Garages across the UK have been getting to grips with this new tech, and even now, new questions are being asked to learn more on TPMS diagnostics and replacement.

Although TPMS equipment has been around for nearly 7 years now, many motorists are being caught out when it comes to having their car MOT checked. New rules put in place when TPMS was introduced have seen a fair number of vehicles failing their MOT test.

TPMS MOT Failure

So, what are these MOT rules…

A faulty Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) is now an automatic MOT fail on cars registered after 1 January 2012.

A car displaying a TPMS fault when submitted for its MOT will result in a test failure from the 1st January 2015.

With some motorists unaware of these sensors located within their wheels, the need for TPMS services in your MOT bay is now evident! Being ready to cope with ever-updating TPMS Sensors and having the TPMS Diagnostic Tools to complete the testing and setting up of these systems will help to bring in even more revenue (and stop you having to send customers elsewhere).

Is your garage prepared to deal with these systems?

The right TPMS tools for your garage from Tyre Bay Direct!

Ensuring your garage is fully equipped with the right TPMS equipment can be difficult when you are first starting out. Getting it right could not only save you money, but it could also help you help more customers!

Hybrid 3.5 New TPMS Sensors

Here at Tyre Bay Direct, we have been a leading supplier of TPMS Tools across the UK since their inception in 2012 – we know what you need!

Ask the TPMS Sensor Experts

Our team have been through in-depth training to advise and help you with the right TPMS tools for your garage services.

Contact our dedicated and helpful team online today or call us now on 01527 868 669 to discuss our full TPMS solutions range in more detail.

Posted on by

Is the End of the Manual Tyre Changer Nigh?

In an ever-changing world of innovation where speed and practicality of garage equipment are paramount, garage owners and mechanics alike are turning to more automated solutions for tyre fitting, leaving the manual equivalents in the dust.

The rise of the automatic tyre changer and semi-automatic tyre changer have completely changed the way tyre fitting professionals operate.

Here are just a few reasons why you should consider ditching your manual tyre changer in exchange for a more modern, semi-automatic or fully automatic equivalent.

Why choose a fast fit machine?

Due to incredible developments within the industry, you’d be hard pushed to find a manual tyre changer in any fast fit tyre shop these days.

Ease of use, speed and the ability to perform more precise tyre changing makes semi-auto and full auto machines an obvious choice over more traditional manual alternatives. Tyre fitting machines are far more feature rich now, meaning outstanding speed, ergonomic design, a lower footprint and more is achievable.

What it all boils down to is this: with a fast fit machine, you’ll be able to serve more customers in less time… and it doesn’t take a genius to work out what impact this might have on your bottom line.

Further sealing the deal is the fact that, due to the prevalence of fast fit machines, they’re now more affordable than ever. Prices for our range of Redback semi auto machines start at just £780 excluding VAT!

Semi-automatic or fully automatic?

With ever so slight differences in semi-automatic tyre changers and fully automatic tyre changers, it can be difficult to distinguish which machine is right for your services.

Not only do you have to consider the correct machine, model and features for your services, but consider your own budget as well. What’s clear even for the smallest of garages changing the lowest number of tyres is that a manual tyre changer can no longer deliver the quality needed.

What’s more, modern tyres with slicker profiles and run-flat capabilities have meant the need for smarter methods, only offered conveniently in these newer machines.

There is always something within our range that suits every budget and garage’s need!

[ux_products ids=”25021,10289,7348,8984,8116″]

We have put together the perfect guide to steer you to the right tyre changing machine – check it out in our previous blog!

The Tyre Bay Direct Treatment!

Our specialist sales team can help to identify the right tyre changer for your services. Speak to one of our team today, by either contacting us online or calling us on 01527 883 580 to discuss in more detail.

We are sure to have the right product for you in our tyre changer range!

Posted on by

Go Platinum for your Vehicle Lifting Equipment!

Atlas Platinum Equipment - PVL4000 blog highlight

 

Navigating your way through the vast amount of suppliers and available models of car lifting equipment can be confusing. After all, every two post lift is the same right?

Wrong.

Many 2 post car lifts are designed specifically for a certain weight category, which also means the lift set up and features are better suited to specific types of vehicles. These varying specifications change the operational process, with high quality features making your life easier or not.

Easier vehicle lifting? That’s a no brainier…

The best 2 post car lift available!Atlas PVL4000 Vehicle Lift

Over the past couple of years, our partnership with American Auto Giants, Atlas, has meant a supply of incredible garage equipment machinery tweaked to suit the UK market:

Offering the first wheel aligner to our Tyre Bay Direct range.

Supplying ‘super automatic wheel balancing’ in the shape of the Platinum PWB90 balancing machine.

Now, we introduce a brand new two poster to our vehicle lift range. The Atlas PVL4000 is considered to be the best 2 post car lift available at this pricing.

Tyre Bay Direct is also the only online store you can purchase this 2 post car lift from in the UK – we are proud to be the exclusive distributor!

Premium Features

To make the Atlas Platinum range is no mean feat. The experts have designed this 2 post car lift with European vehicles in mind – offering the same incredible build quality and high-performance features that is to be expected of Platinum equipment.

Built to do a job, not built to a price, the PVL4000 enjoys an extra heavy-duty construction, featuring premium spec carriages, re-enforced columns and expertly engineered lifting arms. What more, it comes with 12 months parts and labour warranty, cementing the belief in its quality.

Triple-stage arms make this lift extremely versatile for a wide variety of vehicles and a Single-Point Locking Release Function (SLR) really sets it apart.

This machine also boasts a robust electronic locking system to ensure safety is of the highest standard.

Offering a premium service with Platinum equipment!

Check out the PVL4000 online today and see how our latest two post lift could change your lifting game.

Need more information? Contact us online today or call our specialists on 01527 883580 to discuss this Platinum lifting machine in more depth.

Posted on by

What is the real opportunity in TPMS diagnostics?

Tyres and the vehicles they are fitted on are getting smarter, there is no arguing that. Some think this means a hit in profit margins as tyres are more efficient but is this really the case or does it mean the exact opposite?

Could TPMS be the answer to all your issues?

For the last five years, newly manufactured vehicles have been legally required to be installed with tyre pressure monitoring systems. There is an undeniable need for TPMS equipment purely from a passenger safety perspective.

These clever little devices also require servicing when fitting new tyres, but for garage owners this is new territory.

Those of you that have already researched into TPMS tools & equipment, or already provide these services, will know that they don’t always add great value to the margin on a fitting. Does this mean that it is more hassle than it is worth?

The answer is NO! The sheer volume of vehicles that will require these services is only set to continue growing. Failure to offer them means you’re not going to be able to help some customers or risk their safety if you do take them on.

Garages must know the marketing potential of this service. It can set your garage apart from your competition, providing stronger and more loyal relationships with customers through safety conscious services.

The REAL Opportunity

The ion batteries in the first generation of TPMS sensors are set to last between 5 & 6 years. The sales of replacement sensors are set to soar towards the end of 2019 and into 2020 – you need to be poised to take advantage of these sales and market them as stated above!

Future-proof your TPMS services!

Getting started with the right TPMS tools can feel like a tricky game. Tyre Bay Direct aim to make it as simple as possible.

Our brand new TPMS bundle is great for garages starting out, updating your previous equipment or just to add to your current operation.

TPMS Bundle Offer Blog

Equipping your garage for the future…

Having been a leading supplier of TPMS Tools since their common inception, Tyre Bay Direct have seen how offering this service can boost business for garages.

Tools you need:

Ask the Experts…!

Our team have been through in-depth training to advise and help you with the right TPMS tools for your garage services.

Contact our dedicated and helpful team online today or call us now on 01527 883580 to discuss our TPMS range in more detail.