A NEW mobile tyre fitting company has hit the road in East Lancashire supplying specialist services to private vehicle owners and businesses right on their doorstep.

Hometyre provides full, roadside, tyre fitting, repair and wheel balancing services to customers at a location of their choice, such as their home or workplace.

“Travelling to a fixed site for tyres is now a thing of the past,” said franchise owner Chris Wood.

“We travel to the customer. It’s more convenient for motorists and allows us to pass on the benefits of lower running costs.”

The service, which supplies and fits tyres for all types of cars, vans, caravans and motorhomes, covers Blackburn, Burnley, Accrington, Nelson, Colne, Clitheroe, Whalley and the surrounding areas.

Mr Wood has set up the Blackburn-based Hometyre branch after a 25-year driving career. A former lorry driver and courier, who has racked up over 1.6 million miles, he fully understands the importance of tyre safety.

“Eight years ago I had a tyre blow-out on an articulated lorry on the M62 near Hull. Fortunately I could stop the vehicle safely,” he said.

“I’ve always taken a keen interest in tyres. Every time I had the tyres changed on my own car, I’d ask a lot of questions. The business idea grew from there.

“I found out about Hometyre and was immediately impressed by their level of service and expertise, so I’m delighted to be working with them as a franchise partner in East Lancashire.”

The Hometyre brand has been operating successfully since 2003 and it now covers over 20 geographical areas of the UK.

Hometyre managing director Andy Lawrence said: “Chris has become a valued member of our team. He has excelled in all aspects of training and I know that, as a business owner, he’s genuinely focussed on good customer service and attention to detail.”

All Hometyre technicians undergo rigorous training with the company and leading tyre group Continental UK.

Hometyre service vehicles are fully equipped with the latest technology, including wheel alignment, puncture repair and tyre pressure monitoring systems, which allows them to easily handle up to 24 inch alloy wheel/tyre combinations.

Customers choose their tyres online or by phone from a vast selection of brands, ranging from premium to budget, and then book their appointment to the exact minute. www.hometyre.co.uk