going on a road trip this Easter?
Wheel alignments, balancing and tyre rotations are critical parts of regular vehicle maintenance to ensure your vehicle is running at peak performance and operating as safely as possible.
When should my wheel alignment be checked?
After getting vehicle repairs because of an accident.
Why should I get my wheels balanced?
If the tyre and wheel assembly are not balanced or balanced incorrectly, this can result in vibrations occurring at a range of different speeds. A vibration can manifest itself and be felt through the steering wheel, the floor, the dashboard or the seats.
Correct tyre balance is achieved using modern sophisticated and accurate balancing machines that we use to identify the inherent imbalance of wheels, tyres and valves. Incorrect wheel balance can also cause mechanical stress and wear within the steering, drive and suspension components thereby leading to costly repair charges. Unusual or abnormal tyre wear can also be caused by poor wheel and tyre balance which can lead to shortened tyre life and tyre mileage.
Nearly every vehicle and tyre manufacturer suggest you intermittently rotate your tyres so they wear consistently and last for a longer period of time. Tyre rotations are one of the most effective ways to prolong the life of your tyres and get the maximum value from your tyre investment.
Whether you drive a sedan, 4×4 or SUV, your tyre health will benefit from being rotated periodically because the weight and workload they carry are unevenly distributed among the four wheels, making the tyres wear unevenly over time. Rotations help to rectify this by distributing the tyre wear more evenly.
The frequency of tyre rotations is dependent on the vehicle itself and the manufacturer recommendations (these guidelines are listed in the owner manual). As a rule of thumb, get your tyres rotated every time you get an oil change or every 10,000 KM. For example, if you drive 20,000 KM per year you should be rotating your tyres twice a year.
Our friendly staff will do an inspection of your car's tyres – including the spare – making sure your tyre pressure and tread depth are ok, check your oil level and confirm your car battery has plenty of spark.
Easter Tyre Care Package ONLINE Offer: *$99 Passenger Car Easter Care Package refers to a standard passenger car wheel alignment, front wheel balancing and tyre rotation (as required). $115 SUV/4WD Car Easter Care Package refers to a standard 4WD/SUV wheel alignment, front wheel balancing and tyre rotation (as required). All Packages include a FREE 4 Point Safety Check which consists of a Tyre Pressure Check, a Tyre Tread Depth Check, a Battery Check and an Oil Level Check. Strictly available ONLINE only. Valid from 12 April – 30 April 2019. Applies to cash, credit card and finance transactions only. Finance transactions are subject to standard finance criteria. Offer excludes fleet, commercial and trade customers. Cannot be redeemed with any other voucher, coupon or discount.