Fuel-Efficient Tyres in New Zealand – Can Your Tyres Really Save You Money?
Can Tyres Really Save Fuel? Fuel prices in New Zealand are top of mind for many drivers, with costs continuing to climb. While most people focus on driving habits or fuel type, one of the biggest factors affecting fuel consumption is often overlooked — your tyres. Your tyres are the only part […]
5 Ways Your Tyres Can Help You Save Fuel in New Zealand
Get the Power of Fuel Efficiency Fuel prices are always top of mind for Kiwi drivers. While many people think about engine efficiency or driving habits, one of the biggest factors affecting fuel consumption is often overlooked — your tyres. Tyre pressure, alignment, tyre choice and wear can all influence how much […]
Tyre Pressure – Getting it Right
How to Check Your Tyre Pressure Two Minutes. Once a Month. It Makes a Bigger Difference Than You Think. — Drive Safe. Get the Power. Tyre pressure is one of the easiest things you can check on your car — and one of the most overlooked. Most people only notice it when […]
Tyre Tread Depth in NZ — What’s Legal, What’s Safe, and How to Check it.
What’s the Legal Tyre Tread Depth in New Zealand? – Drive Safe. Get the Power New Zealand’s roads are some of the toughest in the world — coarse chip seal, wet conditions, rural gravel, sudden weather changes, and high-speed highways. That’s why tyre tread depth matters more here than almost anywhere else. […]
When to Replace Tyres – 5 Warning Signs Every Kiwi Driver Should Know
Get the Power to Drive Safe and Confident Your tyres are the only part of your vehicle that touch the road — and they quietly do most of the work keeping you safe. Over time, wear, age, and road conditions take their toll. Knowing when to replace your tyres isn’t just about […]
What Tyres are Right for my Vehicle?
How to Choose the Right Tyres for Your Vehicle – Get the Power of the Perfect Fit Your tyres are one of the most important parts of your vehicle — affecting your comfort, safety, and performance every time you drive. But with so many options available, how do you choose the right […]
What Should I Consider When Buying New Tyres?
Four Key Factors to Consider When Buying Tyres – Get the Power of Smart Choices Buying tyres isn’t just about picking a size that fits — it’s about finding the perfect balance between price, performance, safety, and quality. The right tyres can improve how your vehicle handles, how long they last, and […]
Wheel Balance
Back to Advice Maintaining the tyre balance on your vehicle is critical to receiving satisfactory service from your tyre investment. In addition to providing a smooth ride, balancing is a key component in tyre wear. The focus of this article is to help you understand the balancing process and to know why it is important […]
Everything You Need to Know About EV Tyres
Back to Advice EV Tyres – What You Need to Know in New Zealand Electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrid cars are becoming more common on New Zealand roads — and with that comes a lot of questions about tyres. Do EVs need special tyres? Do they wear out faster? What are the best tyres for […]
Tyre Loading and Speed Ratings
Back to Advice What is a tyre load rating? The load capacity of a tyre determines what payload each tyre can carry. It is vital that you check with your manufacturer what capacity should be put on your car. Again in cases insurance can be void if you select the incorrect tyres. The following table […]
Mag Wheels And Alloy Wheels
Back to Advice Pimp your ride…properly As kiwis we love to do it ourselves, but trying to fit mag wheels or alloys onto your own car just isn’t worth it. Mag wheels and alloy wheels come in all shapes and sizes and fitting them onto your vehicle is an expert job that if not done […]
Cleaning Tyres
Tyre and wheel care Cleaning of your tyres is a simple procedure. Following these simple steps will enhance the beauty of your car and will help your tyres look great for years to come! Cleaning tyres When cleaning your tyres, use a soft brush, never with metal bristles, and be careful around the edges of […]
Tyre Rotation
Rotating your tyres periodically is an essential part of tyre maintenance. The main purpose of regularly rotating tyres is to achieve more uniform wear for all tyres on the vehicle. If no rotation period or pattern is to be found in your owner’s documentation, rotate your tyres at least every 10,000kms and follow one of […]
Wheel Balance
Maintaining the tyre balance on your vehicle is critical to receiving satisfactory service from your tyre investment. In addition to providing a smooth ride, balancing is a key component in tyre wear. The focus of this article is to help you understand the balancing process and to know why it is important to keep your […]
Tyre Pressure – Getting it right
Air Pressure in your Tyres The benefits of correct air pressure Keeping the correct air pressure in your tyres is as important as giving your engine a tune up. The economic benefits are perhaps even greater! With the right amount of air pressure, your tyres wear longer, save fuel, enhance handling and prevent accidents. The […]
4WD Driving Tips
4WD vehicles are designed to drive through obstacles that conventional (2WD) vehicles would not be able to overcome. Many places in the New Zealand bush are simply not negotiable without a 4WD however simply owning such a vehicle does not mean that you can drive it safely. Driving a 4WD vehicle requires a fair degree […]
Aspect Ratios
Upgrade to low profile tyres Tyre profiles have changed considerably in recent years because of changes in vehicle styling and demand for increased vehicle performance. Today’s tyres have a squat appearance, rather than the tall, narrow look of yesteryear. The aspect ratio is a comparison of the tyre’s section height with its section width (45 […]
Space Saver Tyres
Temporary use spare tyres or space savers are specially constructed spare tyre and rim combinations provided by vehicle manufacturers as standard equipment in many vehicles. These spare tyres are lighter and smaller than those which you normally see fitted to motor cars. Temporary use spare tyres are generally recognizable by their unusual design (yellow rim) […]
