Points to consider when getting new tyres

Generally speaking, many drivers take tyres for granted, but it is critical to ensure that your vehicle has excellent quality tyres that are properly inflated and tested on a regular basis.

Tyres with wrong pressures or poor quality tyres will not only shorten their lifespan, but they can also put you and your passengers in danger.

Tyres also have an impact on ride comfort, road noise, braking, handling, and fuel efficiency. As a result, it is critical to ensure that your tyres are in excellent condition and are well-maintained.

That’s why it’s important to consider the following factors when buying new tyres:

Know your tyre’s potential lifespan

Depending on the brand and the type of tyre you select, its lifetime will vary significantly. The environment, tyre pressure, vehicle usage, road surface, and even your driving style all have an impact on the life of your tyres.

Relationship between tyre price and durability

More often than not, the quality of a cheap tyre may not be as good as that of an expensive tyre, but you may be able to get decent quality tyres at a reasonable price. In addition to the price, a tyre's lifespan is affected by a range of factors, including tyre type, performance, and brand.

All tyres supplied and fitted at Tyres R Us meet the standards specified in the ADR (Australian Design Rules). We offer a range of tyres aimed to suit most makes and models, but also budgets. You can contact us to speak with one of our knowledgeable team members who can help you find the best tyre for your needs.

You can also find specific information about individual tyres when you browse our range online. This normally specifies what the tyre is intended for, such as low road noise, performance, and economy. This information can help you to select the right tyre for you to ensure that with proper maintenance and care, you get the most out of your tyre purchase.

Choose well-known brands

For almost a century, well-known companies such as Michelin and Goodyear have designed and manufactured tyres. Every year, they invest millions of dollars in product research and development to guarantee that their tyres are safe, dependable, and perform well.

Brands from outside your region that are new or unknown may lack the experience or understanding necessary to produce a tyre that is fully capable of managing your specific circumstances.

Avoid buying tyres from shady web retailers.

When purchasing tyres online, you run the risk of overpaying or accidentally purchasing grey market tyres or parallel imported tyre. Basically, these types of tyres are imported and sold in Australia without the permission or support of the authorised local distributer.

Parallel import tyres often seem identical to those provided by legitimate importers, if the name didn't give it away. Talking with the experts at Tyres R Us assures you purchase a high-quality product from a respected manufacturer.

When purchasing tyres online, additional charges such as delivery or returns due to purchasing the incorrect tyre size may be incurred. Talking to professionals pays off. Our trusted and knowledgeable tyre professionals can provide you with expert advice to guide your buying process with confidence.

Why is buying budget tyres not the best choice?

All the factors that we’ve discussed here are important to take into consideration when buying new tyres. We want to emphasise that selecting a tyre because it is cheap might not be a reasonable approach when purchasing tyres for your car.

The Australian Design Rules require all tyres sold in Australia to meet certain requirements (ADR). Any tyre purchased from a reputable tyre dealer willfulfill these minimum requirements. However, there are significant differences between budget and premium tyres that should be taken into account.

Budget tyres are usually made of a harder rubber compound. This is less expensive to manufacture, however harder tyres generally do not give as much traction and handling characteristics may cause your vehicle to drive differently to what you are used to. This may jeopardise your vehicle's safety.

More sophisticated rubber formulations are used in premium tyres. These can help you perform better, last longer, and grip better in any situation. Most significantly, a premium tyre will give you and your passengers increased safety, with many premium tyres performing more consistently in both wet and dry conditions.

Your local tyre experts.

Here at Tyres R Us, we are your local automotive tyre, mechanical and trailer experts servicing Sunshine and the surrounding region including Sunshine, Sunshine North, Avondale Heights, Keilor East, St Albans, Ardeer and Kealba.

You can find our workshop at 122 Munro Ave, Sunshine with convenient access and easy parking. Phone us on 03 9362 1611 to book your vehicle to see us, today!