Tyre Maintenance

Inflation Pressure

The tyres on your vehicle are responsible for transmitting all steering driving and braking forces from your vehicle to the road. Poor inflation pressure maintenance can compromise your car's performance and therefore your safety. Regular tyre pressure checks will also minimise the cost of motoring by improving fuel consumption and tyre life.

Why is maintaining tyre inflation pressure important?

Tyre inflation pressures naturally decrease with time as air slowly bleeds through the tyre's inner liner. Correct tyre inflation pressures are essential for optimum tyre grip. Under-inflation and over-inflation both compromise tyre grip. Correct tyre inflation pressures optimise tyre life. Under-inflation increases the rolling resistance of the tyres and therefore vehicle fuel consumption.

When do tyre inflation pressures need to be checked?

Inflation pressures need to be checked when the tyres are cold before the vehicle is driven. Inflation pressure checks every 2 weeks is considered optimum every 4 weeks could be considered a maximum interval.

Tyre Rotations

Regular tyre rotations are recommended to maximise tyre life. For most cars tyre rotations are recommended every 10000 running kilometres. Diagonal rotations are recommended for non-directional and asymmetric tyres. Tyres with directional tread patterns should be rotated from the front to the rear axle only.

Balance

Small weights are placed on your wheels when new tyres are fitted to balance the wheel & tyre assembly and eliminate vibration.

Wheel Alignment

Correct wheel alignment is essential for optimum tyre performance and life. Poor wheel alignment can compromise car handling tyre life and fuel consumption.

Tyre Inspection

At least once a month closely inspect your tyres for signs of damage such as cuts or punctures as well as uneven or excessive wear.

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