Hi-Q General Manager Andrew Bowren said motorists can put their trust in Hi-Q’s free safety check as one way of enhancing their vehicle safety.
“They will perform what we call the 10-point safety check on your vehicle. This entails checking all four tyres plus the spare for tread depth and pressure, the front and rear shock absorbers, the brake pads, discs and fluid, as well as the battery, exhaust and wiper blades.
“Should any of the vehicle checks highlight a worn or faulty part, the technician will recommend the correct course of action. Hi-Q stores are one-stop fitment and undercarriage parts stockists, so customers can get the problem sorted out and be back on the road again safely and quickly.
“This comprehensive check is an absolutely free service we offer motorists. Road safety is a key driver at Hi-Q. It provides motorists with the peace of mind that comes from knowing they have taken responsibility for their own and their families’ road safety.”
Good vehicle maintenance also reduces the impact of fuel emissions into the atmosphere, so by ensuring the health of your car, you will also be contributing to the freshness of our air. What better time than spring?
Did you know?
Tyres may look fine, but they will be markedly safer, perform better and be more fuel efficient if they are optimally balanced and correctly inflated. In fact, running a tyre just 20 per cent under-inflated could increase fuel consumption by as much as 10 per cent! That’s a lot to pay for just a little fresh air! Under-inflated tyre deflects more energy, increasing rolling resistance and making the vehicle less fuel efficient.
It also reduces the tread life of the tyre, which means you may have to replace it sooner than necessary. Most importantly though, it is plain dangerous. If tyres are incorrectly inflated, the vehicle won’t accelerate, brake or steer properly. Safety devices like antilock braking systems may not function properly – and driving an under-inflated or overloaded tyre at high speeds, especially on a hot summer day, increases the risk of potential tyre failure.
