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 4 Rain Driving Tips -  Sharhols Garage   Driving safely in the rain begins before you can even turn the ignition on. There are 4 main components of  the car you have to check and double-check before you can get going. Here is what you need to know: Tyres:  Possibly the most important part of your car when you decide to drive in the rain. If your tyres are worn out, they are not only going to put your life in danger but the lives of other people on the road as well. The first thing to do is check that your tyres have enough tread to get a proper grip on the road – even though you might be driving at a slower speed than normal. One way to see if you have enough tread is to stick a Rs. 10 coin into the tread and if you cannot see the gold ring, your tyres are fine. If you can see the gold ring, it’s time to invest in a set of new tyres. Also, you should check the recommended air pressure for your tyres listed in the manual and maintain it before you leave for your destination. Lights:  

5 Steps to Changing a Tyre  We've all had a situation where you are driving to get somewhere and all of a sudden you feel something is off with your vehicle, the tire pressure warning light appears on our dashboard and you realize YOU HAVE A FLAT TIRE! You pull over and sure enough, it's true. If only you knew how to change it rather than having to wait for someone to help you out... Well, we got you covered! Just follow these 5-easy steps and you will be on your way in no time. Step 1: Position the Jack All it takes to change a tyre are a lug wrench, a spare tyre, and a jack. Put the jack underneath the vehicle just behind the wheel (for a blown front tyre) or just in front of it (for a blown rear tyre). Make sure the jack will come into contact with metal rather than plastic, then jack it up so it fits snugly underneath the car. Step 2: Prepare the tyre for Removal Now that the jack is in place, use the lug wrench to loosen the lug nuts until they can turn easily. On some veh