Choosing Tyres for Your Vehicle | Blog
August 12, 2019
Some may argue that tyres aren’t as important as other aspects of your car when it comes to safety. However, this is not correct. Tyres are actually one of the most important components and making sure that they’re in their best possible condition is something every car-owner should keep in mind. If you’re ever unsure, please don’t hesitate to ask or have a look at our other tyre services available.
Depending on where you live and depending on the places that you regularly drive to, you may need specific tyres that cater to your surrounding environment. Here at Advance Tyres, we have many tyre varieties to suit any driving surface. If you are someone who doesn’t know too much about the ins and outs of car mechanics, there is no need to worry, we are here to help. Here is some important information to help you choose the right type of tyres for your vehicle. If you’re looking for tyres in the Gympie area, please contact us.
New or Part Worn Tyres?
You may think that purchasing part worn tyres is always the better option but sadly, that is not always the case. When doing so, it is important to check the tread depth meets the legal requirement of 1.6mm and overall quality is still roadworthy. Although this may seem like a simple task, it is always best examined by an expert.
Generally, for someone who will be continuing to use the car for some time, new tyres are the way to go. However, if you’re looking for a cheaper fix for short term use, this may be your go-to.
Premium Winter or Budget Winter Tyres?
Many drivers pay more attention to getting new tyres for the winter months, so look out for the differences between Premium Winter Tyres and Budget Winter Tyres. The more expensive winter tyres will have a deeper tread and be much more proficient at sudden stops on slippery and wet surfaces. It really is a case of you get what you pay for when it comes to special seasonal tyres, although there are certainly bargains to be found.
How Important Is Proper Tyre Inflation?
One of the biggest mistakes drivers make is not checking that their tyres have been inflated properly. No matter what kind of tyre you end up choosing, make sure that it is inflated to the right amount of pressure for your specific vehicle. This kind of information can be found in the user manual that comes with the car. If you are unsure, please contact your trusted mechanic and they will be able to assist you.
Next time you're looking for tyres in Gympie, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us and we will happily assist you in ensuring you find the best tyres fit for you.
