With so many drivers across Horley, Crawley, Reigate, and the Gatwick corridor driving on Personal Contract Purchase (PCP), Personal Contract Hire (PCH), or business fleet agreements, handed-back vehicles are inspected more rigorously than ever. Finance companies and leasing inspectors follow strict BVRLA (British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association) Fair Wear and Tear guidelines. When inspectors find kerb rash, lacquer corrosion, or rim gouges, they routinely charge penalty fees that far exceed the price of an independent professional repair. At WheelThing, our Horley workshop helps local drivers avoid inflated lease-end recharge invoices by returning alloy wheels to showroom-standard condition before handover … Continue reading

There is nothing quite like the frustration of spotting a fresh scuff on your alloy wheels after parking. Whether you have caught a kerb in a tight space, clipped a high kerbstone on one of Surrey’s narrower roads, or noticed wear building up over time, damaged alloys can quickly take the shine off an otherwise well-kept car. For drivers in Horley and the surrounding area, alloy wheel damage is an all-too-common problem. The good news is that professional refurbishment can make a dramatic difference—restoring your wheels to a smart, factory-fresh finish without the cost of replacing them. At WheelThing, we … Continue reading

Few things are more frustrating than discovering one of your tyres is losing pressure again, especially when there are no obvious signs of a puncture. Many drivers assume the problem lies with the tyre itself, but in reality, the issue could be a damaged alloy wheel. Across the UK, potholes, rough road surfaces, and accidental kerb impacts are a daily hazard for motorists. These impacts can cause hidden structural damage to your wheels, including hairline cracks and buckles that allow air to escape slowly over time. Left untreated, these issues can affect your vehicle’s handling, tyre life, fuel efficiency, and … Continue reading

Spring should mean smoother drives, lighter evenings, and weekends out across Surrey and Sussex — but for many local drivers, it also means dealing with the aftermath of winter road damage. Potholes become more visible, roads deteriorate further, and alloy wheel damage becomes increasingly common. At Wheelthing, we see a noticeable increase in cracked, scuffed, and buckled alloy wheels during spring. From town driving in Crawley and Guildford to rural roads around Horsham, Haywards Heath, and the South Downs, potholes are one of the biggest causes of wheel damage in the area. Here’s what local drivers need to know — … Continue reading

If you are driving down the road and you see a pothole, you may wonder if it will damage your car. A pothole is a small hole that is formed in the roadway that can be difficult to avoid, especially when you are driving at a slow pace. However, if you drive slowly, it is not likely to cause any damage to your rims. Do potholes scratch rims? Alloy wheels are susceptible to damage and wear. There are many factors that can cause them to suffer from scratches and dents. It’s best to check your rims at least once a … Continue reading

What is alloy wheel refurbishment? Alloy wheel refurbishment, or as it’s also known, alloy wheel repair, is the process of repairing a damaged or corroded alloy wheel to restore its original beauty and function. The process can help extend the life of your wheels by years.As you may know, corrosion is ugly and can lead to structural damage that cannot be repaired. But with our expert service at Alloy Wheel Refurbishment Horley, it’s easy to restore your car’s old looking wheels to their original condition.Our team of professionals will take care of everything for you so you don’t have to … Continue reading

An alloy wheel refurbishment specialist will take a wheel and examine its condition. They will decide whether it needs to be polished or repaired. Light scratches can usually be rubbed away, but deeper gashes will require filling and sanding. The process is similar to body work on a car, with a base coat of a silver metallic paint. The process requires a certain level of skill and practice. Refurbishment specialists will start by removing the damaged areas. This is an important part of any paint job, and it is essential to ensure the alloy wheel is well-prepared. A wire brush … Continue reading

If you’re looking for a way to upgrade your vehicle, but don’t want to break the bank, then refinishing your diamond cut alloy wheels is the best way to go. A lot of people are under the impression that these wheel refurbishments can be expensive and time-consuming. However, that couldn’t be farther from the truth. The entire process of wheel refurbishment can take as little as an hour, and it doesn’t even cost that much! So what are you waiting for? Treat your car with some love today! What is the process of wheel refurbishment? As we mentioned before, the … Continue reading

When it comes to your car, you want to make sure that everything is in good working order. Having kerb damage on your alloy wheel is something that should be dealt with promptly. It can cause long-term structural issues with your vehicle and even lead to the need for a replacement of the entire wheel if left unchecked. Kerb damage can come from being parked in an area where someone drove over the kerb, parking too close to a raised path, or hitting the kerb while driving. With so many reasons for causing this kind of damage, it’s important to … Continue reading