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  • Bike Racks Buyer's Guide

    Bike Racks Buyer's Guide

    We can demonstrate and fit a number of cycle carriers when you come to Halfords. We also have a comprehensive online shop

  • Guide to Packing

    Guide to Packing

    When getting ready to go on holiday, first of all make sure you have everything you need. Use a checklist and tick off the items as you get them ready to pack. Packing the car for a family holiday can be just as important as planning the route

  • Driving Tips

    Driving Tips

    When you are preparing to go on a long journey, you need to make sure you plan your trip in advance. There are several key items that you need to take with you and several checks you need to make on your car before you set off

  • What to do in the Event of a Car Breakdown

    What to do in the Event of a Car Breakdown

    Regular car maintenance checks can reduce a driver's chances of being involved in a breakdown - however, most motorists are likely to experience at least one of these issues during their time behind the wheel

  • Learning to Drive Tips

    Learning to Drive Tips

    We all remember that glorious moment when you gain your freedom, and finally pass your driving test. Learning to drive means no more relying on mum and dad's taxi service; you can come and go as you please on your own set of wheels, and it feels great!

Buyers Guide Travel & Touring Buyers Guides

  • We can demonstrate and fit a number of cycle carriers when you come to Halfords. We also have a comprehensive online shop
     
    Bike Racks Buyer's Guide
  • Buying a set of roof bars means you'll be able to carry all sorts of items on your roof, creating helpful additional space in your car. For some help choosing the right product for you, take a look at our roof bars buyer's guide.
     
    Roof Bars Buyer's Guide
  • Roof boxes offer a handy way to free up space in your car, allowing you to carry extra luggage and equipment. For some help choosing the best roof box for you, take a look at our roof boxes buyer's guide.
     
    Roof Boxes Buyer's Guide
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Featured Article Latest Travel & Touring Articles

  • When getting ready to go on holiday, first of all make sure you have everything you need. Use a checklist and tick off the items as you get them ready to pack. Packing the car for a family holiday can be just as important as planning the route
     
    Guide to Packing
  • When you are preparing to go on a long journey, you need to make sure you plan your trip in advance. There are several key items that you need to take with you and several checks you need to make on your car before you set off
     
    Driving Tips
  • Regular car maintenance checks can reduce a driver's chances of being involved in a breakdown - however, most motorists are likely to experience at least one of these issues during their time behind the wheel
     
    What to do in the Event of a Car Breakdown
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FAQs Travel & Touring FAQ's

  • Halfords sells snow chains in a range of sizes so you should be able to find one to meet your needs. When looking to buy snow chains you can:

    • Use our snow chains lookup tool to find the right product for your car
    • Drop into your nearest store for advice on choosing and fitting snow chains
    • Reserve online and collect your snow chains instore

    Fitting snow chains can help to boost grip and control when driving in snow or icy weather.

     

  • In order to find the right size roof box, you need to consider the size of the load you want your roof box to carry.

    Roof boxes come in 1/2 width - equivalent to a mid-size car boot; 3/4 width - equivalent to a large car boot; and full width - equivalent to a large estate car boot.

    1/2 width roof boxes and 3/4 width roof boxes allow additional room on the top of your car for bikes or a bike, whereas full width roof boxes take up the full width of your car roof, making them ideal for large loads when going on holiday or moving house.

     

  • Yes, Halfords trained professionals can fit your new roof box for just £12.99.

    Or you can have roof bars and your roof box fitted at the same time from just £24.98. We'll also give you a demonstration so you can do it safely yourself. Pre-booking may be required - contact your local store. Fitting is subject to vehicle inspection.

     
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