HUW Lewis Tyres of Llanbadarn has partnered with General Tire to raise money for a new helicopter for the Children’s Air Ambulance.

Boss Huw Lewis made the commitment to the charity following the arrival of the General Tire’s roadshow to launch the new Grabber X3 and AT3 tyres.

Staff at the tyre specialist received special training from General Tire to increase their expertise in providing expert advice to Llanbadarn motorists on the new products.

Now the business is looking to use this knowledge to raise money for the only dedicated national helicopter service that transports critically ill children across the UK, with General Tire donating money from the sales of the new range of tyres.

Mr Lewis said: “We are delighted that General Tire chose not only to invest in training for the team, including sending out a fully fitted-out tour van, but to help us raise money for the Children’s Air Ambulance.

“The charity is currently campaigning to raise funds for a second helicopter. It’s worrying to think that if there are any kids in this area who need urgent medical care, there’s currently only one specialist helicopter that could help them, and this helicopter has to cover the whole country. Helping the charity get a second helicopter will save lives.”

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