Tyre & car tips

Straightforward advice on tyres, wheels and keeping your car safe on the road.

Why Electric Cars Wear Out Tyres Faster (and What to Do)

EVs are heavier and torquier than petrol cars, so tyres wear faster. Here's why it happens and how to get more kilometres from each set.

Tyres are a top reason cars fail roadworthy inspections in Victoria. Here's what testers check and how to pass first time.

Cold weather quietly lowers your tyre pressure, costing you fuel and grip. Here's how to check and set it right this winter.

Those extra numbers and letters after your tyre size aren't decoration — here's what they tell you about safety and legality.

Regular tyre rotation evens out wear, extends tyre life and keeps your car handling safely. Here's how often to do it.

Not every puncture means a new tyre. Here's how to tell when a repair is safe and when it's time to replace.

Those numbers and letters on your tyre's sidewall aren't random - here's what they actually tell you.

Pulling to one side, uneven tyre wear or a shaky wheel? Here's how to tell if your alignment is off.

Australia's legal tread depth limit explained, and why worn tyres are riskier once the wet-weather season sets in.