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Tyres - Time to get a grip on things

Tyres are perhaps the most constantly used part of your car - whenever you drive, the tyres get worn.

Given the constant stress tyres are under each day, carrying the weight of the car across varying road conditions, not to mention excessive friction from both driving and braking, it is not too hard to understand the need to look after your tyres. Pay attention and care to your tyres and they will generally reward you with prolonged life. Accurate tyre pressure and regular maintenance can save a few minutes from your commute every day - and a whole lot of money in long term car maintenance and repairs.

Allround Tire Mart Ulladulla offers comprehensive tyre repairs and maintenance services. Whether performing a simple visual inspection, tyre rotation, ensuring proper air pressure, repairing a damaged tyre, or fixing a flat tyre, our mechanics can help you to keep moving, enhance wheel safety and even reduce fuel consumption.

When you bring your car in for a tyre service at Allround Tire Mart Ulladulla, our mechanics will visually inspect the tyres and confirm the needed tyre service. Our tyre services include;

  • Inspecting tyre threads to ensure that the thread on each tyre is at least 1.6mm deep across*
  • Ensuring that your tyres are correctly fitted to each axle and are the same size, type and structure
  • Inspecting for any serious cuts or bulges on your car tyres
  • Tyre sales, fitting & repairs
  • Wheel alignment, balancing and geometry

*(the minimum legal limit in Australia is 1.6mm deep across central three quarters of thread width going around the complete circumference of the tyre, however it is recommended to replace tyres at 3mm tread depth or less - before your tyres reach this critical legal limit)

When you need a dependable tyre service centre, whether your car tyres need to be rotated, balanced, repaired or replaced, be assured that Allround Tire Mart Ulladulla mechanics have got you covered for these and other car services, including Wheel Alignments and Wheel Balancing. Make sure your tyres are in best working order and call Allround Tire Mart Ulladulla now!

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Tyres FAQ

When do tyres need replacing?

Tyres eventually wear out over time, an unavoidable process which is quickened by hard braking and regular high speed driving as well as uneven road surfaces. Unless there are problems causing uneven tyre wear or bald spots or there is other significant damage, the depth of the tread on the tyre is usually the best indicator your tyres are due for replacement. Although the legal minimum tread depth varies, a good rule of thumb is when tread depth is approaching 1.6mm you should think about buying new tyres.
Tread on a tyre is very important as this is where you get the traction to both move the car forwards and also the friction required to stop safely and efficiently. Tread is also the method by which water is dissipated away from the tyre surface in a way which prevents aquaplaning and maintaining maximum grip and control. The less tread depth you have, the less control you will have in wet driving conditions.

Tyres generally last between six to ten years and the better you look after them the more chance there is that it will be the latter rather than the former.

How do I check if my tyres need replacing?

There are small rubber grooves in between your tyre treads called a tread wear indicator (TWI). When the tread has worn down to the TWI it is time to get your tyres replaced.

Why check tyre pressure?

Tyre pressure is not just important to ensure you get the best fuel economy from your vehicle. Incorrect tyre pressure is a common cause of tyre damage as pressure and wear is directed at areas of the tyre not designed to take it. Perhaps most importantly the pressure of your tyres can have a direct impact on the driveability, and therefore the safety, of the vehicle.

Why should tyres be checked regularly?

You should check your tyres yourself on a regular basis to ensure they are in good condition. Be on the lookout for bald or flat spots, tears and cuts in the surface of the tyre and any foreign objects likely to cause problems such as stones, nails and other road debris. You should also have a tyre professional give them a check on a regular basis as they have the knowledge and equipment to properly check the entire tyre and may spot issues you simply don't see.

Why do tyres need to be rotated?

Tyres will suffer from wear and tear at varying rates. The front and rear tyres for example will wear at different rates as front tyres generally carry more weight than rear ones, meaning faster heat build-up and therefore increased wear. The tyres on either side of your car will also tend to wear at different rates to those on the opposite side.
Having your tyres rotated regularly, every 8000 to 10,000 km for example, can help to ensure that all of your tyres wear at a similar rate and in the same places. Allround Tire Mart Ulladulla will be happy to undertake this task for you and inspect each tyre as they do it, letting you know of any issues that might present a problem or you should otherwise be aware of. We can undertake all types of tyre rotation for you including Cross rotation, straight rotation, 5 wheel rotation and four wheel drive rotation.

Will a regular wheel alignment or balance help look after tyres?

Regular wheel alignment helps to protect against premature or uneven tyre wear, increases the safety and handling of your vehicle and improves ride performance and fuel efficiency. Wheel balancing helps to minimise vibration through the wheels, thereby minimising premature or uneven tyre wear. Either wheel service (or both) will go a long way in helping to maximise the life of your tyres along with safety and handling benefits.
No matter how well you care for your tyres there will come a time when the only option for maintaining safety, comfort and fuel economy of your car is to have the tyres replaced, such as when they have reached the minimum tread depth.

Why get tyre and wheel services from Allround Tire Mart Ulladulla?

Allround Tire Mart Ulladulla are independently owned and operated and known locally for our honest service, years of experience and knowledge. We have a range of tyres and specialist equipment to perform your new tyre fitting or wheel alignment and balance. All our work is backed by the Repco Authorised Service Nationwide Warranty.
While checking your tyres is something you can do yourself, as professionals Allround Tire Mart Ulladulla can check out the internal condition of your tyres as well as the entire outside surface and they are well aware of the correct methods of disassembly, repair and reassembly, along with any manufacturer or legal requirements involved.
Allround Tire Mart Ulladulla can also advise you if there are any problems with your tyres, your wheel alignment, tyre balance or other areas of your car affecting your tyres such as brakes or suspension which you should be aware of to protect you and your vehicle, including the tyres themselves.

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