FAQ

When you are looking for a quote for new tyres, you will need to provide us with the tyre size currently on the vehicle.

Note: vehicles can be fitted with multiple tyre sizes (found on the tyre placard on the driver’s door). Unless you are changing all 4 tyres, it is best to provide us with the size currently on the vehicle.

Your tyre size will be a series of numbers and letters printed on the sidewall of the tyre, broken down as below:

When changing 1 tyre, it is particularly important to match the Speed Rating (as above) and Tread Pattern with the tyre on the other side.

Directional – Typically recognized by their arrowhead shape

Non-directional – Both halves of the tread pattern are the same when split down the middle.

Asymmetric – Different tread patterns on the inner and outer shoulders

Advantages of each tread pattern: 

Directional: sporty & safe on snow

• This aids faster water displacement so protects against aquaplaning
• Great on wet roads and snowy conditions
• Offers good road holding and stability at high speeds

Non-directional: cost-effective and comfortable

• Due to their symmetry, tyres can be fitted and rotated in any direction, allowing even wear so that the tyres last longer
• Provide lower rolling resistance, and therefore offer smoother driving

Asymmetrical: safety in all kinds of weather 

• The inner shoulder provides protection against aquaplaning, while the stiff outer shoulder provides grip and control and dry conditions.
• Therefore, excellent all-weather tyres.

A Wheel Alignment is part of standard automobile maintenance consisting of adjusting the angles of wheels to the car manufacturer specifications.

There are 3 elements:

– Camber
– Caster
– Toe

Why?
The purpose of these adjustments is to reduce tyre wear and to ensure that vehicle travel is straight.

When?
Wheel alignment should be checked at least every 10,000km and every time you change 2 or more new tyres.

What are the symptoms of your car being out of alignment?
– Uneven tyre wear
– Steering wheel being crooked when you are driving straight
– The car is pulling to one side
– Tyres are making a squealing noise

There are many cases that a puncture can be repaired, however, in some instances you will unfortunately have to replace the tyre straight away. The main reasons for when the puncture is NOT REPARABLE:

– it’s in the side wall
– it’s too deep (over 6mm)

Tips to avoid getting punctures:
– regularly check your tyres treads for any sharp objects
– make sure your tyres are inflated correctly

1. Check your tyre pressures

An underinflated tyre can cause premature wear and blowouts, while an overinflated tyre decreases traction on the road. The correct tyre pressure is therefore not only important for improving tyre longevity, but for safety and fuel efficiency.

2. Rotate your tyres

This extends the life of your tyres by ensuring even wear

3. Proper Wheel Alignment

Another important way to ensure even wear on each edge of the tyre

4. Complimentary tyres

There are many factors to consider when purchasing new tyres – including the type of vehicle, what it is used for and how often it is used etc. Ensuring you have the correct tyres fitted to your vehicle improves its safety, efficiency and performance.