Choosing the Right Tyre for your vehicle

Discover how to choose the right tyres based on your vehicle type, driving habits, road conditions, and budget for a safer, smoother drive.

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  • Check your car’s handbook – It will list the correct size, speed rating, and load rating.
  • Look at your current tyres – The size is printed on the sidewall (e.g., 205/55 R16).
  • Think about how you drive – Mostly around town? Long highway trips? Off-road adventures? Different tyres are made for different conditions.
  • Consider the weather – Wet, icy, or hot conditions call for different tread patterns and rubber compounds.
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  • All-season tyres – A good balance for year-round use in mild conditions.
  • Performance tyres – Designed for grip and handling at higher speeds.
  • Touring tyres – Comfortable, quiet, and built for long-distance driving.
  • Off-road or all-terrain tyres – Extra-tough with deeper tread for unsealed roads and rough conditions.
  • Winter tyres – Specially formulated for icy, snowy, or very cold weather.
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  • Check monthly – Or before any long trip.
  • Measure when tyres are cold – Driving heats the air inside and can give a false reading.
  • Use a reliable gauge – Many service stations have them, but a personal gauge is even better.
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  • Look inside your driver’s door – Most cars have a sticker with the recommended pressure.
  • Check your handbook – It will list pressures for different loads or speeds.
  • Don’t guess – Over- or under-inflated tyres can affect safety, wear, and fuel efficiency.
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  • Uneven wear – Could mean alignment, suspension, or inflation issues.
  • Cracks or bulges – Replace tyres immediately if you see these.
  • Low tread depth – Legally, you need at least 1.5mm in NZ, but more tread is safer in wet weather.
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