Tyres & Batteries Made Simple: The Car Owner's Guide to Saving Money and Staying Safe

Most drivers don't know what the numbers on their tyres mean, how old their "new" tyres really are, or why their battery keeps dying. That costs money in fuel, early replacements and roadside breakdowns.

This short, practical guide fixes that. In 13 easy chapters you'll learn how to:

• Read every number on a tyre sidewall, including the hidden date code

• Spot fake, old and "nearly new" tyres before you pay

• Set the right tyre pressure to save fuel and prevent blowouts

• Know when you need rotation, alignment or balancing

• Choose the right battery and make it last longer

• Spot the warning signs of a dying battery

• Jump-start a car safely, step by step

• Protect your tyres and battery in hot climates and on rough roads

Every chapter ends with a quick checklist. You also get a 10-minute pre-trip check, a yearly maintenance calendar and a printable tyre and battery logbook.

Written by Eric Ohene-Asare, a tyre and battery dealer, for everyday drivers, taxi and ride-hailing drivers, and fleet owners.