Jim Dickson Tyres and Exhausts

Jim Dickson Tyres and Exhausts: tyres and servicing in Cumbernauld

Jim Dickson Tyres and Exhausts is a tyre supply and fitting centre based in Cumbernauld, Scotland. The company presents itself as a family business established in 1986 and serves Cumbernauld and the nearby towns of Castlecary, Dullatur, Croy, Kilsyth, Banknock and Mollinsburn. In addition to tyre fitting, it provides servicing, repairs, wheel balancing and alignment, and the supply and fitting of brakes, exhausts, batteries and suspension components.

Tyre catalogue

The website details a wide range of tyres organised by vehicle type and characteristics. Among the available categories are tyres for cars, 4x4 vehicles, vans, electric vehicles, high performance, run flat, winter and all season. Specialist tyres are also listed. The company works with premium, mid-range and budget brands. Among the premium brands it mentions are Bridgestone, Continental, Dunlop, Goodyear, Michelin, Pirelli and Falken. In the mid-range it includes General Tire, GT Radial, Petlas, Sumitomo and Toyo, as well as BF Goodrich. In the budget range are Autogrip, Ovation and Runway. The site displays tyre labels with wet performance, rolling resistance, noise and decibel level ratings to help customers choose.

Workshop and maintenance services

In addition to tyre fitting, the workshop offers a variety of maintenance and repair services. The list includes battery check, brake inspection, bulb replacement, diagnostics, exhausts, front wheel alignment, MOT servicing, steering check, suspension check, tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) check, tyre repair, tyre rotation, tyre safety check, vehicle health check, washer fluid top up, wheel alignment, wheel balance check and wheel balancing, and winter check. Full and interim servicing is also offered.

Online booking and purchase process

The company has a free online booking system that allows customers to search for tyres by registration number or by size (width, profile, rim diameter and speed rating). Once tyres are selected, additional services can be added and a fitting date and time chosen. Payment is made only when the work is completed and the customer is satisfied. The site indicates that same-day fitting is possible if booked online. The process is described in three steps: tyre search, selection of additional services and appointment confirmation.

Advice and resources for customers

The website includes a help section with information on tyre labelling, tyre pressure, TyreSafe advice, booking FAQs, driving safely in the rain and guides on alignment and tyre wall markings. The company encourages customers to ask for advice if they are unsure about the right size or characteristics.

Community commitment

The company mentions its participation in fundraising for the Multiple Sclerosis Society, although specific initiatives are not detailed.

Location and contact

24 Baronhill, The Village, Cumbernauld, G67 2SB · Phone: 01236 720205 · Email: garage@dicksontyres.co.uk · Opening hours: Monday to Friday: 08:30 - 17:30. Saturday and Sunday: closed.