Tire patches are a huge money maker for auto shops. They don’t require much labor, and the cost of a patch is really low compared to most other auto parts.
But what is a good price to pay to get a tire patched? Well, that depends. If you patch the tire yourself, expect to spend $6.00. If you take it to the shop, you’re looking at spending anywhere between $10-$40, depending on the situation.
Patching tires yourself is always everyone’s first instinct, since the cost is so low. But many people are deterred when they find out they can’t, due to any number of reasons. Deciding when to do it yourself, versus taking it to the shop is what we’ll explore in this article along with why tire patches can be so pricey. We’ll outline the different reasons you should, or shouldn’t do it yourself. We’ll also examine the different types of patches and the pros and cons of each.
I used to work at a shop on a main highway. Every day, during rush hour traffic, at least 3 customers came in requesting a tire patch. Over the years, I’ve learned the simplicity of the tire patch can be deceiving. Not all tires are created equal and the same goes for patches.
When a shop patches your tire, most of the cost stems from the mechanic’s time.The wholesale price of a tire patch is less than $2.00. The glob of bead sealer that’s used to seal the patch costs less than $0.10.
But it takes the average mechanic about 15 minutes to patch a tire. Most shops charge around $120 per mechanic hour, so you’re looking at $30-$40 for time and parts. If you want the tire re-balanced, as is recommended, tack on another $13.00.
While a tire patch is among the most simple jobs, it takes time away from mechanics who could be working on higher paying, more demanding jobs. Hence, the hourly rate being applied to the job.
Not all tires can be repaired. There are some tests that mechanics, or you yourself, can perform.
Doing these tests will give you a good idea as to whether or not your tire can be repaired.
When your tire becomes flat, the first thing to do is not drive on it. Driving on a flat tire, even for a short amount of time, can damage it beyond repair. When a tire is operated without air, the vehicle’s weight crushes the tire’s innards turning it to dust.
The next thing to do is see what caused the flat. Nails directly in the middle of the tread are a common occurrence. They can be easily spotted from a distance. If you can’t see it, running your hand around the tread will reveal the location of the nail.
Tire punctures that occur within 2 inches of the sidewall are considered non-repairable. This means neither you, nor the shop, can repair this.
It’s actually against the law for auto-shops to repair tires that have punctures close to the side wall. The issue is, tire patches placed close to the side-wall often result in tire blowouts, due to the shifting nature of a tire’s sidewall to tread relationship.
A good test to measure the distance between the puncture and the sidewall is to place your thumb in that space. If the puncture is a thumbs width (or more) away from the side wall, you’re in the clear.
If not, sadly, it’s time for a new tire.
The length of the puncture is the next thing to look at. Most nail punctures are just as wide as the nail itself. In this case, with the puncture being so small, it’s ok to plug the tire yourself. But if the length of the puncture is 2 ½ inches or more, you cannot patch it.
You cannot patch it, or a shop cannot either. Punctures this large are not repairable, because patches aren’t meant to hold in air over that big of an area.
The inner tire liner doesn’t become fully sealed, even with the largest patches available. If your puncture is more of a gash in the tread, it’s time for a new tire.
Fully patching a tire requires you to complete the following steps.
So as you can see, the full, official way to patch a tire is quite involved. This is why you can see prices up to $45.00 for a simple patch.
If the tire has to be rebalanced, that’s around $13.00 and if it needs new valve stems, or a TPMS sensor, this can also tack on extra costs.
This patch is so effective that it saves you from having to purchase a new tire. You can enjoy the full length of the tire as if no puncture ever happened. Patching a tire can be quite the life saver when you’re in a jam.
The obvious issue here is that tire machines aren’t commonplace in the average driver’s house. So doing it yourself this way isn’t really feasible, but the method we discuss next can be done almost anywhere.
Tire plugging is a simple fix applied to various types of tire punctures. The majority of tire punctures can be repaired by doing a plug yourself.
To plug a tire, just push the plugging strip with the T-Handle in as far as it will go. Then, with all your might, quickly pull the t-handle out. This will plug the tire, and all that’s left is for you to cut the excess plugging strip away.
Tire plugging is looked down by Tire Shops because they consider it not fully seal the surface. But I’ve plugged well over 500 tires, and have never had an issue. Most independent shops are fond of tire plugging as well, since it keeps prices down for them, and the customer.
Tire plugging can be done by yourself, in your driveway. If you don’t feel comfortable doing it, call up an independent shop and ask if they plug or patch tires.
Most likely, they probably offer both, but they’ll charge half for a plug, compared to what they would for a full patch.
Plugging tires, while usually a simple task, can turn into a complex issue. For example, if you plug a tire, and you can still hear a slow hissing noise, it can be a pain to hunt down the source of the leak.
Or if you spray the whole tire down with soap in order to locate the leak, and can’t find it. You might start to question your sanity. Don’t! These issues can take up hours, even for master techs.
There’s actually a machine in some tire shops that puts the tire under water using a crane-like object from above. Even this machine still fails sometimes, and mechanics are left scratching their head. So if you start to encounter any issues of locating the leak, or plugging a leak, it’s time to take it to the shop.
If the tire is totally flat when you walk out to your car, you should be able to use your spare tire, and repair the issue at home with a plugging kit.
But if you plug the tire, and it’s still leaking, take it to the shop and let them repair it.
If you are questioning the length test or edge test results, it’s also recommended that you take it to the shop. Some mechanics will say, “use double the amount of plugs”, to fix large gashes. This is wrong. If one plug can’t fix it, take it to the shop and see what you can recoup.
But for the majority of situations, where a nail has punctured your tread somewhere in the middle of the tread face, it’s totally acceptable to purchase a plug kit, and do the repair yourself. It will save you a couple bucks, and you will have had the opportunity to go under your car to do a quick visual inspection. Or take off the tire and glance at the brake pads.
Tire patching is a method to restore the original appearance of the wheel part. People use the patch method because their car does not have too big a problem, and they just need to perform small tips to save the budget.
However, not everyone is good at this, and the best solution for them is to seek the help of repair shops. So, how much does it cost to get a tire patched?
This task will cost you between $5-$20, depending on the severity of the tear. Of course, some shops will give you free if you buy their replacement tires!
Why Do Tires Go Flat?The process of moving is subject to many external forces, causing the tires to deflate. The cause comes from many sides, but it is not a coincidence.
There are three ways to explain this phenomenon:
When it meets the right, less durable sides, it will puncture the tire, and the gas leak occurs the next day. However, the process will take a long time, depending on how severe the object has been.
Can we take this as another way of stating protection? It’s not too difficult to do; even with just being meticulous, you have adequately protected your tires. Here are three measures to refer to:
Checking dailyRegularly taking your tires in for maintenance is the best way to protect your car. Here, the tires and the whole as a whole will be to detect potentially harmful problems and then provide solutions to protect and eliminate the risk.
As for the tire, it will be to look for wounds, thereby limiting deflation.
Although it is difficult to guarantee that it is 100% avoidable, try to keep the collision rate as low as possible.
When entering a road with signs under construction or places full of potholes, you should adjust your driving speed, carefully look at the road, and make sure the tires do not encounter dangerous objects.
Track tire recallsAlthough the manufacturing process of the auto industry is always rigorous, there are also shipments with incorrect specifications that cause dangers when used. You should follow the brand to know more about recalls, if any.
Is Tire Stickers Possible?It’s up to you whether you want to use a gluing service. Don’t confuse gluing with car patching. The meaning of the word “patch” is clearly as a measure to repair wounds and holes that make the car unable to operate. As for gluing tires, paste the letters on the wheel body to increase aesthetics.
It does not have any effect in protecting the wheel body. Although manufacturers do mention the longevity feature of long-lasting tires, it’s important to remember that there’s too much to decide whether the wheel or running tire itself will last a long time.
How Much Does It Cost To Get A Tire Patched?The cost depends on the selected maintenance center; the amount of this service is not uniform. But the number is not too expensive, ranging from $30-40$ for a patch.
A mechanic takes 15 minutes to remove the tire from the rim to find the leak and 20-30 minutes for the repair and finishing work.
Although the job is not too difficult, it requires a high level of skill, so for some shops, the price to fix the car can be higher than $5-10$. You can also buy the equipment and repair it yourself. But honestly, we don’t recommend this.
What If You Can’t Use The Tire Patch?In case you cannot repair the patch, then bring it to the center for support.
There, they will have specialized tools and professional ways to ensure safety after patching. Mastering knowledge and experience is always good in all situations, primarily related to security.
Wheels always need to be in a stable gas state, and it helps maintain the movement and increase the ability to support the force. The gas pressure should not be too high or vice versa.
When the air in the wheel is too low, the speed of travel slows down, and the tires cannot overcome obstacles, especially rough roads.
But if it’s too tight, it will explode because it can’t handle operation pressures well. The primary advice is to use a dedicated gas pressure gauge to catch and control the gas in the wheel well.
Tire rotationPeriodically try to rotate the tire to prolong its life and evenly distribute the wear on all four wheels. Regardless of whether you do it yourself or with professional help, this is an excellent opportunity to grasp the damage situation that the vehicle is facing.
There are indicators recommended to users in each one, including the load that the tire can withstand and the notes not to do.
To ensure safety, you should carefully read the notes and avoid carrying too many unnecessary items to put pressure on the body and the wheels.
Tire balanceExperts recommend that users balance the tires after traveling 12,000 miles or when the car has problems with the steering wheel.
The balance helps evenly distribute the force on all four tires, limiting rapid wear. It also eliminates vibration, creating a comfortable feeling for the user.
For more tips, watch this video:
ConclusionAbove is the knowledge related to the tire patching process or wheel maintenance.
We hope that this knowledge can be helpful to you when you encounter similar situations. Do not hesitate to share the information with your family and friends because they may also need it.
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Winter is always sudden for Russians. With the first snow on the windshield, you suddenly find that it is better to change winter tires, and it is impossible to put on the boots that you wore last winter: the toes are knocked down, the heels are scratched, the heels are worn out. The question of whether to buy new shoes, or hold out until spring, arises by itself. And with tires - the same trouble. nine0003
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But to be honest, it's better to go through the winter with worn boots than worn tires. After all, not only your health depends on the latter - your life. Can you imagine what it's like to roll out of the background under the truck, because near the intersection an invisible ice has formed?
Together with the leading companies in Chelyabinsk, we will tell you how to choose the right tires. But most importantly, we will open a few secrets of rubber longevity.
After all, even high-quality tires can be killed in a season if you do not know a couple of subtleties. nine0003
Each tire model has its own expiration date, after which any tire ages, cracks and even oxidizes. Such tires are not able to guarantee safety on the road. How can you tell if a tire is worn out and needs to be replaced?
“Car tires can be used as long as the tread height does not exceed critical values. For summer tires, the minimum residual tread depth must be at least 1.6 mm, for winter tires - at least 4 mm. Otherwise, the tires will not provide reliable grip on the road surface, notes online store manager « 74 wheels. ru» Mikhail Grachev . - Tire wear depends on two main factors - design and operational. Structural ones are initially set by the manufacturer, operational ones depend on the car owner. The level of tire wear is determined by three main criteria - the presence of damage and defects, the height of the tread pattern and the service life, that is, the duration of work in terms of time or mileage ”.
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In the online store " 74kolesa.ru " you can pick up tires and wheels for any car for a reasonable price. You don’t have to guess whether the necessary product is in stock - the site always provides up-to-date information. For its customers, the company provides free delivery around the city at a convenient time and location. The payment method is also any convenient - payment by bank card or cash. And for those who still spent money on boots, the online store will provide a loan. It is also possible to exchange or return goods within 14 days from the date of purchase. nine0003
However, the life of a tire at any time of the year is limited by the notorious operating conditions. Premature tire wear is influenced by several factors at once: tire pressure, driving style and road conditions.
It is not enough to buy good tires and make a quality tire fitting, you need to monitor the pressure in the tires. Why? Let's figure it out together with the company "SHINavtoteh-Helmsman".
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“In an inflated tire, the contact patch area, that is, the grip area with the road, is reduced, only the central tread area works. Tire wear is uneven, the central zone wears out quickly. As a result, the car is less stable on the road, the braking distance and the risk of a puncture increase, – explains to commercial director of the company "SHINavtotech-Helmsman" Jimmy Purichamiashvili . - In a tire with insufficient pressure, the contact patch area is also reduced, only the shoulder blocks of the tread work, and the central zone is deformed and inactive. Tire wear is also uneven. Due to the increase in rolling resistance, fuel consumption increases, and due to the tendency of the tire to deform, the vehicle's handling deteriorates. With a sharp turn, the wheel can be disassembled - and this is already a loss of control. It also increases the risk of aquaplaning.” nine0003
Trading company "SHINavtotekh-Rulyovoy" has been in the market of tires and rims for more than 12 years.
The shops "SHINavtotekh" and "Rulevoy" always offer a wide range of tires from well-known world and domestic manufacturers. Employees of the company will help you make the right choice, and tire fitting specialists will quickly and efficiently perform wheel replacement work.
Car manufacturers always state the correct pressure. You can find it either on the gas tank flap or on the side pillar of the driver's door. In winter, when the temperature is consistently below -10 degrees Celsius, it is recommended to increase the tire pressure by 0.1-0.2 units from the recommended value. This is done due to a decrease in the volume of cold air, with a corresponding drop in tire pressure. nine0003
Driving style also has a significant impact on the life of car tires. “Drive calmly. Sharp braking and skidding in corners shorten the life of the rubber, which is especially important for studded tires, says Tire Specialist of the company Cepheus Yuri Mikhailov .
– When using winter tires, avoid abrupt starts with wheel spin, sudden braking with wheel lockup, wheel slip when hitting an obstacle, such as hitting a curb. Do not allow the sidewalls of the tire to come into contact with road curbs, and avoid driving over protruding objects on the roads as this may damage the tires. It is also important not to overload the car - the load on car tires should be distributed evenly. When replacing tires, pay attention to their wear. Properly installed and properly used tires should wear evenly.” nine0003
The work of the company "Cefey" is represented by three main areas: "accumulators", "tires and wheels", "starters and generators". In addition to a huge selection of batteries, the company offers more than 500 tire positions and more than 300 types of alloy and stamped wheels, as well as a wide range of related products: chargers, oils, car chemicals, accessories, tools, and so on. The Cephey centers provide a whole range of professional services: tire fitting, washing, wheel repair, seasonal tire storage, a full range of battery maintenance.
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Studded and non-studded tires have their own characteristics of operation. Experienced car owners know that different models of winter tires behave completely differently in certain weather conditions. The UMAKS company will help us decide on the type of tires we need.
“The choice of studded or non-studded tires is primarily determined by the operating conditions. In conditions of ice or rolled snow on slippery city streets, with the help of studs, a significant increase in the coefficient of adhesion of winter tires to the road is achieved, - says the head of the Internet sales department of UMAKS-Chelyabinsk LLC Alexei Korolev . – Studded tires are recommended for frequent trips out of town on snowy or icy roads. In these road conditions, the studs will significantly increase the overall handling of the car, and, therefore, provide greater safety for the driver and passengers. For drivers who prefer a quiet driving mode and want to insure themselves on slippery roads, studded tires are also the best option.
When driving on snow-covered roads and soft, deep snow, the tread pattern and composition of winter tires affect the handling of the car. Therefore, if the road is covered with soft snow, then you should think about buying non-studded tires, which are also suitable for use in clean asphalt conditions, in the absence of slush and ice. In such a situation, when using studded tires, the contact patch of the wheel with the road is significantly reduced, which, in turn, leads to a decrease in the coefficient of adhesion and a deterioration in vehicle handling. Non-studded tires, on the contrary, show their best properties here.” nine0003
In short, in urban areas, where the roads are sprinkled with salt and rare snow falls, winter studless tires will be the best option.
The UMAKS online store provides a wide range of products for car owners: winter and summer tires, cast and forged wheels of the best brands, car chemicals, batteries and motor oils Motul, Castrol, Mannol at great prices.
Goods are issued in conveniently located Umax tire centers in Chelyabinsk. The company also offers tire fitting and seasonal wheel storage services to its customers. All key and top new studded and non-studded tires are presented in the Yokohama store on Br. Kashirin 95 B.
Balanced wheels guarantee a comfortable ride and longer tire life. “The meaning of balancing is to combine the center of rotation of the wheel with the center of mass to get rid of imbalance. Otherwise, especially at high speeds, increased wear of tires and suspension elements is inevitable. On an unbalanced wheel, uneven wear of rubber occurs, - Roman Efremov , master of the SHININVEST service center, notes . - However, most car owners, having changed tires in the fall or spring and done balancing, calm down on this and don’t remember about tires anymore, until the next change of season. In this case, the car can be operated on poor road surfaces, or it can be used very actively and often over long distances, as a result of which the tire balance may be disturbed.
Balancing is also necessary after heavy impacts on the road, and due to natural tire wear. nine0003
The company "SHININVEST" offers in the summer and winter months - when the tires have been in operation for quite a long time - a tire maintenance service, which, among other things, includes balancing. The cost of the service is much cheaper than a regular tire fitting during a seasonal tire change.
For 16 years of fruitful work, the group of enterprises "SHININVEST" has opened 23 tire centers in Chelyabinsk, Miass, Magnitogorsk, Kurgan and Tyumen, of which 17 are cars and 6 are trucks. SHININVEST offers its customers a wide range of domestic and foreign car and truck tires, rims, batteries and related products. Qualified services for the replacement of process fluids. Professional services for tire fitting, balancing, tire repair, seasonal storage, etc. High-quality car service and professional car wash. nine0003
Road conditions are another important factor affecting tire life.
Pits, gravel, sharp joints damage the tire tread, and can even tear out pieces of rubber. Therefore, the smoother the road surface, the less likely it is to get mechanical damage to the tread or sidewall. As a result, the tire will last much longer.
“No matter how fast the “road revolution” takes place, the quality of the road surface in some areas of the city leaves much to be desired, says Director of the Tire Service Center "Kolesa Darom.ru" Andrey Ivanov . – The tire market offers a wide range of tires that are not afraid of bad roads. NOKIAN Rotiiva tires are a prominent representative of this line. This tire has its own slogan: "Power and strength." It is suitable for mini-trucks, pickups and SUVs. A heavy duty tire delivers amazing performance without compromising on comfort and safety. The Rotiiva tread is not afraid of cuts, and the reinforced carcass prevents the tire from deforming. Nokian experts recommend using this tire on gravel roads, asphalt and rough terrain.
If it was not possible to avoid damage to the tire, it is necessary to apply for a tire repair service, which has qualified personnel and professional equipment. nine0003
The Wheels Darom.ru electronic tire center, which has branches in 24 cities of Russia, offers its customers high-quality tires and wheels available at affordable prices. Delivery of goods is carried out promptly and at a convenient time. The Wheels for Nothing retail store, which is located at 2 Barbusa Street, offers a huge selection of tires and wheels, batteries, oils, car accessories, equipment and spare parts. For customers of the company "Wheels darom.ru" there is a promotion - when buying Nokian and Nordman tires - tire fitting as a gift. nine0003
Photo: Photo by Evgeny EMELDINOV, video by Evgeny MOLCHANOV, Mikhail TIMOFEEV, Yulia SURINA and Ksenia SHAGIEVA
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The end of December is a traditional time to take stock of the past year. 2022 turned out to be a difficult and eventful year for the whole world. And what happened in the Yaroslavl region during these 12 months? Yarkub remembered the most high-profile incidents and events that happened in the Yaroslavl region. Let's talk about the main ones.
Mummy in the apartment
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On August 11, a mummified body of a woman was found in a five-story building in the Dzerzhinsky district. The corpse was found in an apartment at house number 27 on Dzerzhinsky Avenue. But this is not the only thing that shocked the residents of the house: it turns out that they lived for six years with a deceased neighbor who had an open gas stove burner. nine0003
At some point, the house could fly into the air if the leak had not been discovered in time.
Yarkub then figured out what to do if your neighbor disappeared from view for a long time, and how not to become the hero of a story similar to a horror movie.
Tragedy in Vorobino
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As a result of the accident, four people died: an ambulance crew and a fuel truck driver.
Death of Sergei Puskepalis
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Photo: Volkov Theater
On September 20, the artistic director of the Fyodor Volkov Theatre, Honored Artist of the Russian Federation Sergey Puskepalis died in a terrible accident.
The accident happened in the Rostov region, where his armored car collided with a truck on the federal highway.
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Domestic gas explosion on Kuznetsova street
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On December 5, in Yaroslavl, on the third floor, there was an explosion of household gas in an apartment building on Kuznetsova Street, 5. The residential building survived, but the roof partially collapsed.
The explosion killed one person: a 40-year-old man living in the apartment where the leak occurred.
Now some residents have already returned to their apartments, and the Investigative Committee is investigating a criminal case. nine0003
New mayor and governor
Dashing 22nd: what will Yaroslavl residents remember the outgoing year
Photo: Mikhail Evraev / VK
In the elections for the governor of the Yaroslavl region, which took place on September 9-11, Mikhail Evraev won.
82.31% of voters voted for him - over 217.9 thousand people
Recall that he began to temporarily act as head of the region on October 12, 2021.
On November 7, deputies of the municipality elected a new head of the regional center - Artyom Molchanov became mayor of Yaroslavl. nine0003
Raids of military enlistment offices
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On September 21, in connection with the ongoing armed conflict on the territory of Ukraine, the President of Russia announced the start of partial mobilization throughout the country. nine0003
Thousands of people received subpoenas and were sent to prepare, then to go to the NWO zone.
The delivery of the subpoenas was not without oddities.
So, on October 26, in Rybinsk, the military commissars, together with the police, cordoned off the entrance of the Gas Turbines UEC plant in order to issue subpoenas to the employees of the enterprise. The workers said that they were detained and taken to the bus, and the summonses were filled out by hand.
And the day before, on October 25, in Yaroslavl, traffic police officers stopped drivers and handed subpoenas. At that time, the regional Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia refused to comment, but did not refute the fact that the inspectors served the summonses. nine0003
On October 28, Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu reported on the completion of mobilization and the fulfillment of all assigned tasks.
"Aggravation" shooters
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Photo: “Overheard from drivers | Yaroslavl / VK
In the fall of this year, cases of shooting at passing cars, public transport and from the windows of houses became more frequent in Yaroslavl.
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On October 21, not far from Mashpribor, unidentified people fired at a car. The owners of the affected cars, who received damage - dents and broken windows, wrote about this on social networks. And one of the drivers got a bullet right in the arm.
On October 24, in the Dzerzhinsky district, in the courtyard of a house at 16 Stroiteley Street, building 3, several cars were fired upon. Residents of the high-rise building reported that they heard about eight shots. The police confirmed the fact of the call at around 1 a.m., but there were no reports of damage to the cars. nine0003
On November 8, residents of Yaroslavl complained about unknown people who, for fun, shot crows in the village of Krasny Bor, Zavolzhsky district. An unknown person opened fire, presumably with an air rifle - he fired at trees where crows nest.
On November 18, on Almaznaya Street in the Zavolzhsky district of Yaroslavl, a drunken man opened fire from the windows of his apartment.
The rapid reaction squad that arrived at the call opened the shooter's door with a grinder.
Demolition of legendary elevators
Dashing 22nd: what will Yaroslavl residents remember the outgoing year
A historic moment occurred in Yaroslavl on November 7 - the demolition of the famous elevators in the Zavolzhsky district began.
It was planned that three elevators would be blown up that day, and the remaining ones in two weeks. However, the work was stopped after two elevators were blown up, and the demolition did not continue. Completion of work is expected in 2023.
After the closure of the grain base, this place became a cult for the Yaroslavl residents. Photo shoots were organized on the towers and fans of bungee jumping gathered. Therefore, the demolition caused a great stir, the residents of Yaroslavl closely followed the explosion of buildings live and in social networks. nine0003
Intermediate results of transport reform
Dashing 22nd: what will Yaroslavl residents remember the outgoing year
On July 14, 2021, transport reform began in Yaroslavl.
It's been a year, has it gotten better? There is no obvious answer to this question, but for now we can say that urban transport is going through hard times.
The number of vehicles is decreasing. Starting from the new year, there will be fewer trolleybus routes, and employees of enterprises complain about low salaries and say that there is nothing to repair electric vehicles - there are no necessary spare parts. nine0003
By the way, at the end of December, a concession agreement was signed to develop the tram service in Yaroslavl. The concessionaire is to upgrade 45.3 kilometers of tram tracks, two overpasses, build eight traction substations and a new tram depot, and purchase 47 trams.
The authorities of the region promise to radically upgrade the bus fleet in the coming spring. But for now, this is all at the level of plans and promises, and now it is already known that from January 1, the fare will rise by four rubles - the new ticket price will be 32 rubles.
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The weather surprised, pleased and upset
Dashing 22nd: what will Yaroslavl residents remember the outgoing year
Last winter, Yaroslavl residents were tested for strength: roads and sidewalks were poorly cleaned, which made moving around the city a real torture.
May also brought a surprise: for the whole month there were almost no warm sunny days, and then on May 24, just a week before the start of summer, snow fell. At night, the thermometers dropped to -2 degrees. nine0003
The summer of Yaroslavl pleased: stable heat and good weather. And autumn came strictly on schedule - September 1.
With the beginning of December, heavy snowfalls occurred in Yaroslavl, for which public utilities were not ready. As a result, the city was in huge traffic jams in the mornings and evenings due to uncleaned roads. And after the frosts, a thaw and sleet began, due to which hundreds of Yaroslavl residents turned to local emergency rooms.
