Introducing: The RoadHero Space Saver Wheel Kit
Wheelwright have teamed up with one of Europe’s leading Space Saver steel wheel manufacturers to deliver the most comprehensive space saver wheel kit on the market, featuring a space saver wheel, tyre, jack, brace, warning triangle, hi-vis, gloves, head torch, kneeling matt and even a rain poncho all packaged in 2 simple and tidy bags.
The Problem: No Spare Wheel? Just Slime?
The RoadHero Space Saver Wheel Kit solves a genuine problem – and the demand is high. Since 1980, Wheelwright have been the UK’s leading supplier of aftermarket alloy wheels for cars.
However, with wheel-wells getting smaller; and manufacturers opting to save weight by only supplying cars with tyre-slime rather than any form of spare wheel, the need is great. Tyre Slime is one solution, which many are happy to use, but more people demand a genuine wheel replacement to get them home or to a local tyre fitter safely. This is where RoadHero comes in.
In an article for Which? Car, Rob Hull explains the results of their investigation into Spare Wheels (or the lack thereof): “I’ve learnt that the demise of the spare wheel concerns you just as much as it concerns me. And our latest investigation has found even fewer spare wheels are being made available as standard on new cars.”
Hull continues: “We analysed the specifications of 8,755 mainstream new car models on the market currently. And we found just 29.5% come with a space-saver or full-size spare wheel as standard. The majority (50%) come with a tyre repair kit, while the remaining 20.5% have run-flat tyres fitted. It seems that the manufacturers’ efforts to make vehicles more fuel efficient is driving this shift from full-size spare wheels to puncture repair kits.”
With the cost to replace a single-use tyre sealant being over £50; and the cost to replace the damaged tyre (motorists will have to replace and not repair any tyre which has been temporarily repaired by slime etc), it soon mounts up to not only being unfathomably inconvenient, but also expensive. Not to mention the fact that tyre sealant kits will not repair a tyre which has suffered a blowout.
The Demand
Hull explains the demand in numbers: “We’ve already met with some car-makers to discuss the future of the spare wheel. However, the response so far is that they haven’t received enough feedback from owners voicing their concerns about the lack of spare wheels as standard. And yet, 1,393 of you responded to our poll last year, with 93% saying spare wheels should be offered as standard on all cars. Only 1% were in favour of having a tyre repair kit as standard.”
With the condition of UK roads demising, and car makers seemingly ignoring consumer’s needs, the need is real.
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UK Cars without Spare Wheels
People demanding spare wheels
Number of puncture related incidents
The Solution: RoadHero
Space Saver Spare Wheel and Tyre
A space saver spare wheel and tyre in the correct fitment for your vehicle.
Breakdown kit
Robust jack and wheel brace to allow you to change your wheel safely and efficiently.
Handy Bag
The RoadHero kit is stored in two convenient bags, ideal for keeping in the boot.
Is RoadHero available for my vehicle?
Each RoadHero Space Saver Wheel Kit is tailored your vehicle, not solely relying on PCD & Offset, but also allowing for brake caliper clearance (X-Factor etc). The wheel & tyre size and combination are also specific to the vehicle and each kit will either be direct-fit, or be supplied with the necessary fixings to ensure a perfect fit. The full vehicle range can be seen here.
When is RoadHero available?
Stock of RoadHero is now available from Wheelwright’s UK warehouse, with next day delivery. You can put your registration number into our website to find your Road Hero. Expect the demand to be high for this new, innovative product and a number of our retailers are already planning on stocking this across their stores.
Are you in the trade, and looking to stock/sell RoadHero? Call or email our friendly and knowledgable team today to find out more…
Hello I am in the trade, and looking to stock/sell RoadHero? Am interested in further info about the product.
Hi Azhar,
My colleague Adam will be in touch with you later today to get this arranged for you. Thanks for your interest in our exciting new product range.
Wheelwright LTD
hi can you provide me with the cost and delivery time for the below Road Hero Spacesaver
merecedes slk
reg
wa64 wme
thanks
Hi Brian, I have forwarded your enquiry to a RoadHero stockist who will be in touch with a price and availability.
Wheelwright LTD
Do you have a Road Hero kit for a 2016 Suzuki Vitara with 17 inch wheels
Hi there, yes the part number you require is: R023D – please use our Dealer Locator to find your nearest retailer who can help you order.
Hi, I’ve got a new 2017 Kia Soul Sport which runs on 18″ rims. The Sport model is a turbo and has slightly larger a front brake disc at 12″ diameter. This is factory standard for this Sport model. Do you have a Road hero space saver kit for this model?
Hi Stuart,
Yes, the R026 RoadHero Space Saver Steel Wheel kit is suitable four your Kia Soul Sport – I believe you have been emailed with a contact for a retail partner near you.
Looking for price for a road hero to fit bmw320gt 2016 model so I can get rid of the run flats as there so bloody noisy. Or where I can buy it from as I am not trade.
Hi Gary, thanks for your interest. We will email you so we can help you find your nearest retailer who can supply.
Hi, I’ve just bought a 2014 SEAT Ibiza 1.2 Tsi I-tech which has 16″ alloys and would be interested in the Roadhero kit. Can you supply a part number and a local supplier. My postcode is M28 7TR. Many thanks, I look forward to hearing from you.
Hi Stewart, I have contacted you with a retailer’s details. The part number you require is R303D which retails at approx £189.
Hi, I have a 2016 BMW M135i. Do you have a Roadhero kit that will fit the front and rear please?
Hi William, great question! We are developing a range to cover the ‘M’ fitment within BMW, but currently only cover 2 Series M, sorry. Watch this space, we will look into developing one soon.
Hi could you tell me if you have a roadhero kit for a Fiat spider 124 with 17″ wheel. If not will the MX5 MK4 roadhero kit fit it.
Hi Stephen, we do not currently have one listed for the Fiat 124 Spider, but we do have one for the MX5 – I appreciate they are essentially the same vehicle underneath, but without testing this fitment on the Fiat I would be reluctant to recommend this part number. We will do some testing and confirm asap! Thanks for your interest in RoadHero.
Thanks James looking forward to your reply to roadhero wheel for 124 spider, thanks again.
Although there is one part number which has been tested on MX5, we are unable to confirm this will 100% fit the Fiat 124 Spider, so would not recommend it at this time, but our programme is continually being developed and we will look to add this part number soon. Sorry we cannot be of more assistance at this time. Watch this space.
Hi could you tell me if you do a road hero kit for a Vauxhall astra 2017 1.4T 16v 150 sri nav reg ck17ugo
How much will the kit cost for 2009 Ford fiesta
Hey Howard, Kit for your vehicle will retail from £198. Now comes with a breakdown kit as part of the kit. Available from your local retailer https://www.road-hero.co.uk/wheel-package/?manufacturer=28&chassis=4235&wheel_id=668492
Do you manufacture a space saver for a Porsche caymans 981 model
Cheers
Hello Colin, if you supply us with your registration to sales@wheelwright.co.uk we will be able to specify your Road Hero spare wheel.
Cheers