Where to check if I need new tyres?

If you own a car, it is necessary for you to ensure that it is roadworthy. The overall safety and performance of your vehicle are determined to a large extent by the condition of the tyres. If you are wondering how much tread ensures for a roadworthy vehicle or want to know when to change tyres, the following guide will help.

Australian Law provides that tyres must have a minimum of 1.5mm of tread across the full tread width although It is recommended that tyres be replaced when the tread depth gets to around 2mm.

Unsure about how to check tyre wear? Most tyres have wear markers evenly spaced around their circumference. They usually look like small blocks in the tread. The tyre wear indicator can help you figure out when to replace car tyres. If the wear marker is flush with the tread it means the tyre is unroadworthy and you risk not only a fine from the Police but the potential for a crash.

Tread depth isn’t the only factor to consider when replacing your tyres. Tyres contain moisture and oils that help keep them supple and assist in dispersing heat. As a tyre ages, it loses its suppleness as the oils evaporate out. Generally speaking, a tyre should be replaced after 5 years even if it still has sufficient tread depth.

These days all tyres are stamped with a date of manufacture although it’s not that obvious. It’s usually a 4-digit number where the first 2 digits represent the week of manufacture and the last 2 the year. For example, a stamp of “2107” means the tyre was manufactured in the 21st week of 2007.

If you’re not sure whether you need new tyres simply contact us or call us on 1300 687 000 and one of our Tyre Specialists will quickly assess whether you need new tyres and provide a quote if you do.

Tyre wear Indicators