Our services
Banden Claerhout is the specialist in everything to do with tyres, rims and maintenance of your car. You are always welcome at Banden Claerhout, in Avalgem and Zulte.
Tyre fitting
Since 1970, we have specialised in fitting the following tyres:
- Tyres for passenger cars
- Tyres for SUVs
- Tyres for 4x4s
- Van tyres
- Tyres for electric vehicles such as Tesla, Cupra, Polestar,...
- Formula tyres and karting tyres
- Rally tyres and motocross tyres
And this for lease drivers, individuals and firms alike.
Tyre repairs
A flat tyre is more common than you think. Once the harm is done, you can come to us for repairs.
Best not to drive any further
If you notice a flat tyre or the warning light on the dashboard lights up, it is best not to drive any further. This is very important to avoid heating the tyre's sidewalls to prevent the tyre from blowing. Because once the tyre bursts, repairing it is no longer an option.
Repair or replace?
Small leaks in the tread (the green part in the picture) are usually repairable. Damage such as punctures or holes in the sidewalls (the red part in the picture) are not repairable. Then the only correct solution is to replace the puncture.
Run flat tyres
If you don't want to get stranded on the side of the road, you can also opt for run flat tyres. These tyres allow you to continue driving for 80km at a maximum speed of 80km/h without pressure in the tyre.
Balancing
We have professional balancing machines at our tyre centres in Avelgem and Zulte.
Prevent vibrations in the steering wheel
20 grams of imbalance in the wheel due to a pothole in the road or wear can result in vibrations on the steering wheel or in the car. Balancing and possibly adding weight at a specific spot can solve this problem. As tyre specialists, we usually balance with black and silver adhesive weights.
Knock weights or sticky weights
Wheel balancing can be done with knock weights or adhesive weights. We always use adhesive weights if possible to reduce the risk of pressure loss. This does take a bit more time. Knock weights are quicker to apply, but the knock-on weight is between tyre and rim. If the knock-off weight oxidises with the rim, it can cause pressure loss.
Alignment
If your car keeps pulling to the left or to the right when you momentarily let go of the wheel on a straight road, it is urgent to have your car's alignment checked. We have a 3D alignment machine and extended lift bridge to align all types of vehicles.
Cause of rapid tyre wear
Alignment means adjusting the suspension front and rear. Misalignment causes tyres to wear too quickly and leads to additional safety risks.
Alignment vs balancing
Many people confuse alignment with balancing. However, there are major differences. Balancing is important to avoid vibrations on the steering wheel while alignment is a correction in which the wheels are adjusted so that they are perpendicular to the road surface and parallel to each other.
When aligning, we fine-tune three things: wheel camber, caster and toe-in. We fix the angles of the wheels until the toe and caster are correct.
Wheel camber
Or also called camber
Sporing
Is very important to adjust to reduce tyre wear.
Caster
Affects driving feel when turning off.
Tyre hotel
In recent years, Banden Claerhout has invested heavily in its own tyre warehouse. When you buy a new set of winter or summer tyres, we then store your other set in our tyre hotel.
- No dragging heavy or dirty tyres.
- Each tyre is labelled with your details after inspection.
- We keep track of which tyres are stocked for you and their tread depths.
- Storage is done in ideal conditions, wheels(tyre+rim) are stored horizontally and loose tyres are stored vertically in the rack to prevent deformation.
- The wheels (tyre+rim) are balanced during storage to eliminate the risk of steering vibrations.
- When you make an appointment to change, the tyres are immediately ready to put under your car.
- If necessary, we provide new tyres by the next changeover.
Seasonal change
- Summer tyres from 15 March
- Winter tyres from 1 October
We can provide the seasonal change of summer and winter tyres for individuals, lease drivers and companies. It is recommended to fit winter tyres from 1 October and summer tyres from 15 March.
- Heated waiting room
- Free cup of coffee
- Free Wi-Fi
- Short waiting time
Free tyre check
Stop by with your car for FREE to have the wear and tyre pressure checked by us.
Free inflation
You can always visit our tyre centre to have your tyres inflated for free!
TPMS sensors
Tyre pressure monitoring system
If you notice a flat tyre or the warning light on the dashboard lights up, it is best not to drive any further.
This is very important to avoid heating the flanks of the tyre so that you prevent the tyre from blowing. Because once the tyre bursts, repair is no longer an option.
Obligation European Union
The introduction of TPMS sensors stems from studies conducted on the cause of various accidents. This has revealed that over 24,000 accidents occur every year due to tyre pressure.
By making TPMS sensors mandatory, the European Union aims to promote road user safety, reduce fuel consumption and optimise tyre wear.
Direct TPMS vs indirect TPMS
There are 2 systems: the direct TPMS and the indirect TPMS. With direct TPMS, the sensors that measure the pressure are directly behind the valve and the sensors cannot be seen from the outside.
Indirect TPMS, in turn, uses the car's software (ESP or ABS) to calculate the tyre pressure.
Assembly requires expertise
the advent of TPMS sensors requires even more expertise from tyre specialists. Reading the sensors correctly is very important to ensure the communication between the sensors and the receiver functions properly.
The sensors are often sensitive valves that can only be fitted expertly and involve some programming work.
Reading TPMS sensors
Tyres Claerhout has a professional device to read in new tyre pressure sensors. After inflating the tyres, we always perform a TPMS reset to prevent the warning light from lighting up for no reason.
Dépannages
Can't get to us right away due to a flat or broken tyre?
No worries, we can come and help you on the spot.Contact us and we will see how best to resolve your situation.
Of course, it is a lot cheaper if you can fit your spare wheel yourself, as breakdown costs add up very quickly!
No spare wheel?
We offer complete spare wheel sets for almost every car. These sets include jack, spanner and spare wheel in a handy storage bag.
Maintenance & accessories
More than just tyres
At our tyre centre, you can get not only tyres, but also a wide range of other services to keep your car in top condition.
Maintenance
Regular maintenance extends the life of your car and increases safety.
Brake pads & brake discs
New brakes ensure optimum braking performance and safer driving.
Adjusting lights
Properly adjusted lights improve visibility and reduce glare.
Exhausts
A properly functioning exhaust reduces noise and harmful emissions.
Batteries
We replace and test your car battery so your car starts as it should.
Windshield wipers
New wipers provide better visibility during rain or snow.
Shock absorbers & suspension
For a comfortable ride and stable handling, we provide new dampers and suspension.
Air conditioning
A well-functioning air conditioner provides fresh air and a pleasant temperature.
Snow chains
We will help you get on the road safely with the right snow chains.
Snowsox
With snowsox, you keep grip on slippery roads and save space.
Roof racks
Roof racks make carrying extra luggage a lot easier.
Roof boxes
A roof box gives you extra storage space for your holiday or weekend trip.
