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Car, 4×4 and van tyre expertise from Horndean Tyres
Horndean Tyres have been proudly supplying car tyres since 1980. Our reputation for providing customers with multi-brand tyre choice, friendly service and best prices has become our hallmark. This focus on developing the very best tyre service has driven our growth to become one of the largest independent tyre service retailers on the South Coast. We operate retail sites in Horndean and Southampton with our mobile service available everywhere in between.
Whatever vehicle you drive, our tyre service will keep you mobile.
SERVICE YOU CAN RELY ON
Horndean Tyres drive-in service
Horndean Tyres have invested in our people and retail drive-in centres to ensure we provide the best possible tyre service. We’re rightfully proud of our 4.8 rating on Google reviews.
Every Horndean Tyres drive-in centre offers:
- Same day fitting of popular tyre sizes
- trained and experienced tyre technicians
- accurate wheel balancing and alignment service
- puncture repairs to British Standard AU 159
Outside of tyres, we also offer a brake pad and brake disc replacement service.
Mobile tyre service at Horndean Tyres
Horndean Tyres also offer a mobile tyre fitting service designed to save you time. Our tyre technicians can carry out the tyre fitting appointment almost anywhere – your driveway, your work car park, your fitness gym – so long as it is safe and they have enough space. We operate standard working hours for our mobile tyre fitting service.
Our mobile service is also popular with puncture repairs on cars that do not have a spare tyre. Travelling to your immobilised car can save the cost of a new tyre. This mobile service is also available out-of-hours subject to an out-of-hours call-out fee.
Horndean Tyres operate a mobile tyre fitting service in Horndean, Southampton and the surrounding areas.
Low prices on trusted tyre brands
As an independent tyre retailer, you can choose from a complete range of trusted tyre brands at Horndean Tyres:
- BF Goodrich
- Bridgestone
- Continental
- Dunlop
- Falken
- Firestone
- General Tire
- Goodyear
- Hankook
- Kumho
- Michelin
- Nexen
- Pirelli
- Toyo
- Yokohama
- and many more…
Our multi-brand tyre experience has provided an invaluable insight into tyre reliability and performance. This enables us to offer truly impartial advice when you choose your tyres, to make sure you buy the best tyres for your vehicle whatever your individual needs. Our prices are competitive too, thanks to our buying power as one of the largest independent tyre retailers in Hampshire.
Car tyres at Horndean Tyres
Horndean Tyres are dedicated to fitting the best car tyres to every type of car:
- high performance tyres
- premium tyres
- electric EV car tyres
- run-flat tyres
- mid-range tyres
- low energy tyres
- budget tyres
- all season and winter tyres
Horndean Tyres will always help you choose the best tyres for your vehicle. We stock a complete range of tyres in all the popular sizes from the trusted tyre brands. We promise to fit the best new tyres to your car quickly and at the best possible price.
Van and light commercial vehicles tyres at Horndean Tyres
Tyres for vans and light commercial vehicles (LCVs) up to 3.5 tonnes in weight naturally work hard for a living. Every day, they cover more miles and carry more weight than a similar car tyre. Many operate in tougher environments, like stop-start deliveries and on construction sites.
Horndean Tyres are proud to provide tailored tyre recommendations to all operators of vans and light commercial vehicles. We can recommend and fit the best tyres that will keep your vehicles working hard in your business, whilst providing the lowest operating cost. We understand that as a van driver, a fleet manager, or a business owner, you have a duty of care that your tyres are always roadworthy and legal.
You can trust Horndean Tyres to keep your business working.
Specialists in 4×4 and Off-Road tyres
Horndean Tyres offer a range of 4×4 tyres and off-road tyres designed for whatever vehicle you drive and the terrain you drive it on. We’ll keep your car going wherever you use it most – travelling along the road or across the field.
There are three types of 4×4 and off-road tyres that are optimised for:
- Tyres designed primarily for on road use with mild off-road ability (90% road to 10% off)
- All Terrain tyres for better off-road grip with a chunkier tread pattern (50% 50%)
- Mud Terrain tyres for vehicles spending most of their time off-road (20% road to 80% off)
We only recommend fitting four of the same type and brand of tyre to your vehicle.
Over 1,000 tyres in stock at our retail drive-in centres
Since 1980, Horndean Tyres have been dedicated to supplying a complete range of tyres for every car, 4×4 and van throughout Hampshire.
Today, at our retail drive-in centres we have over 1,000 tyres in stock available for same day fitting. However, most retail customers typically book tyre fitting between one to two days ahead, which gives us access to around 35,000 tyres in stock at the regional warehouses of our global suppliers.
You can trust Horndean Tyres to fit the tyres you need.
Horndean Tyres supply and fit tyres for all vehicle manufacturers
- Abarth
- Alfa Romeo
- Alpine
- Aston Martin
- Audi
- Bentley
- BMW
- Citroen
- Cupra
- Dacia
- DS
- Ferrari
- Fiat
- Ford
- Genesis
- Honda
- Hyundai
- Infiniti
- Jaguar
- Jeep
- Kia
- Land Rover
- Lexus
- Lotus
- Maserati
- Mazda
- McLaren
- Mercedes Benz
- MG
- Mini
- Mitsubishi
- Nissan
- Peugeot
- Polestar
- Porsche
- Renault
- Rolls Royce
- Seat
- Smart
- Skoda
- Subaru
- Suzuki
- Tesla
- Toyota
- Vauxhall
- Volkswagen
- Volvo
Wheel balancing at Horndean Tyres
At Horndean Tyres we always perform a wheel balance when we fit new tyres.
Our computerised wheel balancing machines precisely identify where to add the tiny counter balancing weights around the wheel. This ensures that the combined weight of the wheel and tyre is as even as possible, ensuring that it runs smoothly at speed.
Occasionally, wheels can lose these weights due to poor road conditions, including potholes or if you clip a kerb. If this happens you may notice vibration in your steering wheel, or tyre ‘wobble’ at certain speeds. Some tyres when they wear can also become unbalanced. If this happens, you should get your wheels and tyres rebalanced to maintain safety and comfort.
Wheel alignment service at Horndean Tyres
There are several tell-tale signs you will notice if your car needs wheel alignment:
- it pulls to one side when driving
- uneven tyre wear across the tread pattern
- a noisy rubbing sound when you turn
You may even notice that your fuel consumption has increased.
If you experience any of these issues, contact Horndean Tyres to correct your misaligned wheels using our state-of-the-art laser calibrated equipment:
Front wheel alignment
Your steering wheels are the most likely to become misaligned, as they steer the car and are most likely to hit potholes and nudge against kerbs.
Four-wheel alignment
With this service our highly trained technicians will perform a more in-depth assessment that includes the rear wheels.
Our highly trained technicians will talk through the requirements of your car and then correct the wheel alignment in accordance with the manufacturers detailed specifications whatever the make of car.
Having the correct wheel alignment will improve vehicle handling and steering whilst also reducing braking distances. Aside from optimising the safety of your car, it will also lower your fuel consumption and extend the life of your tyres.
Puncture repair service at Horndean Tyres
The first indication of tyre punctures these days is often a warning light on the dashboard of your car. The tyre technicians at Horndean Tyres will skilfully check and assess if your puncture can be repaired in accordance with British Standard AU 159. This ensures the puncture is in a location that can be safely repaired and there is no other structural damage. This ensures our puncture repairs are fully legal and safe. They also provide a long-term fix that will last the lifetime of the tyre.
Run flat tyres
The sidewalls on run flat tyres are reinforced so they can be driven on for a short time after getting a puncture. Tyre manufacturers specify that this design makes it impossible for tyre technicians to detect if the tyre structure has been compromised. This means the only safe option is to replace them if they get a puncture.
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) services
Since 2012, TPMS has been a legal requirement for all new passenger vehicles sold in the UK. This tyre monitoring technology has undoubtedly been one of the biggest innovations in tyre safety.
The TPMS sensors are designed to last for many years but when the internal battery runs out a replacement is needed. Occasionally, sensors can also become faulty or fail as a result of damage or corrosion. Horndean Tyres can fit replacement OEM and aftermarket TPMS sensors to your wheels when this happens. Our tyre technicians are fully trained to program the new sensors to communicate with the vehicle’s ECU using our specialist diagnostic equipment.
TPMS checks are now part of your cars annual MOT test. Your car can receive an instant MOT fail if the TPMS dashboard light stays on – indicating a fault or problem with the TPMS system.
Check your tyre pressures for safety!
It is your responsibility to regularly check the air pressure in your tyres. Tyres should be checked when cold using a calibrated pressure gauge at a petrol filling station or with a quality portable tyre pump.
The vehicle manufacturer will specify the recommended tyre pressure in PSI and/or BAR on a sticker visible inside one of the front doors and in the handbook. It is recommended that you check your tyre pressures every two weeks and before any long journey. Your tyres will also need a higher pressure if you’re going to carry extra weight in your vehicle.
Keeping your tyres at the correct pressure will:
- optimise vehicle safety and handling
- reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emissions
- save you money by maximising tyre life
All tyres naturally lose pressure (around 2 psi or 0.1 BAR per month) and especially during warmer weather.
Tyre Tread Depth and UK Law
It’s surprisingly easy to check if your tyre tread depth complies with UK law.
Horndean Tyres recommend the TyreSafe 20p coin test. Just insert a 20p coin into the tread grooves of your tyres and providing the outer edge remains hidden the tyre is above the legal tread limit.
Your tyres are also manufactured with tread wear indicators. These are small bars that span the base of the tread grooves. Once the surface of these small bars is level with the tread you’re down to the legal minimum. The legal limit for the minimum tread depth is 1.6 millimetres around the circumference and across the central ¾ of the tyre.
You should also check for other defects, such as lumps, bumps and bulges that indicate the tyre has structural damage. While any cuts or tears bigger than 25mm, and any exposed tyre ply or cord, means you should also consider replacing your tyres.
If you’re unsure or need help – pop in to a Horndean Tyres retail drive-in centre and let our tyre technicians check them for you.
Contact us for service you can rely on
Horndean drive-in service centre
Units 8 & 9, Westfield Industrial Estate, Horndean, Waterlooville PO8 9JX
Telephone 023 9259 4928
Monday to Friday 8:00am-5:30pm
Saturday 8:00am-3:30pm
COMING SOON… Southampton drive-in service centre
Unit 1, City Industrial Park, Southern Road, Southampton SO15 1HG
Telephone 023 8063 7160
Monday to Friday 8:00am-5:30pm
Saturday 8:00am-1:00pm