Automobile Tyres

A car tyre is the rubber exterior of the wheel in a standard car. The typical car tyre is usually made of rubber or rubber compounds, and has a textured surface designed to provide grip on the road. The main function of the car tyre is to reduce friction and lift the wheel off the ground, making for a smoother run. Most car tyres today are the pneumatic or air-pressure type; plastic and solid ones are more common in toys and skateboards.

Types of car tyre

The difference in car tyres usually lies in the lug or tyre pattern, which indicates the kind of road the car tyre is made for. The most common types of car tyre are the following:

  • Standard: Standard tyres have smooth, even treads designed for gripping paved roads. These are ideal for everyday use in good weather.
  • Mud: Mud tyres have raised center treads that keep your car from sinking into mud and other soft surfaces. The treads sling mud away and keep the tyres turning while counteracting the pull of the surface.
  • Off-road: Off-road tyres are for rough, uneven surfaces that could damage standard car tyres. Their treads are large and blocky and are often made of stronger materials, such as fiberglass.
  • Snow: Snow tyres are made for wet, slippery surfaces. The asymmetrical pattern of the treads, keep snow from weighing down the tyres, and the longitudinal blocks offer improved braking and cornering.

Choosing a car tyre

When you've chosen the right type of car tyre, make sure to look for standard qualities such as compatibility and speed ratings. Sidewall markings should indicate basic stats such as wheel diameter and aspect ratio. Find more information on choosing a car tyre at AutomobileTyres.

Yarra Glen Automotive Repairs is based in Yarra Glen, VIC and specialises in Auto Repairs, Brake Repairs, and Car Tyres.
4/1 Armstrong Gr, Yarra Glen VIC
Logic Group Tyres is based in Seven Hills, NSW and specialises in Car Tyres and Truck Tyres.
28 Prince William Dr, Seven Hills NSW
As part of our affiliation with NRMA, our team has been trained and appointed to carry out NRMA and MTA pre purchase inspections and end of warranty inspections for individuals and also private and finance companies.
4 Glebe Street, Wollongong NSW
Specialisining in all your vehicle hoist needs
Po Box 1683, Gawler SA
Maitland Steering Service is based in East Maitland, NSW and specialises in Car Tyres, Servicing, and Wheel Alignment.
130 Melbourne St, East Maitland NSW
Specialising in Car Tyres, Dunlop Super Dealer is located in Tullamarine, VIC.
37 Carrick Drv, Tullamarine VIC
We specialise in auto mechanical repairs, passenger vehicle and commericial tyres, and servicing. We are located in Noble Park, right across the train station. All mechanical repairs, tyres, auto electrical repairs, including suspensions, exhausts, starter motors, alternators, major/minor services, puncture repairs, front wheel alignments.
47-48 Douglas St, Noble Park VIC
Boyanup Auto Repairs is loacted behind the Caltex service station on the South West Highway Boyanup. Our business hours are Monday to Friday from 8am to 5pm
5 South Western Hwy, Boyanup WA
Our machanics perform Pink slips - Rego inspections, wheel alignments, auto repairs and scheduled servicing. Our tyre department can repair and fit all passanger and 4wd tyres.
701 Medowie Rd, Medowie NSW
We are a New and Pre Owned Motor Vehicle dealership with both Peugeot and Citroen new vehicles and a selection of pre owned vehicles of varying makes. We also service and supply parts for new Peugeot and Citroen vehicles-we are one stop hassle free motor garage.
274 Scarborough beach road, Osborne Park WA
At Your Car Servicing we know that you depend on your car. We outline all your car repair and servicing options, including those that suit your budget. Our goal is to ensure you drive away happy after your car is serviced by us
964 Dandenong Rd, Carnegie VIC
Goodyear Autocare Mascot can cater to all your tyre needs, automotive repairs & battery sales. Modern diagnostic and repair equipment available for all modern vehicles, including European. We pride ourselves on being a one-stop shop for all your mechanical needs. Store Owner, George Landau Trikilis has been established at 844 Botany Road Mascot since 1982. Over the years, the business has grown to a full team proudly catering to all auto service needs. Goodyear Autocare Mascot prides itself on being hard working and committed to personalised customer service. These values attribute to their on-going success. Visit Goodyear Autocare Mascot for professional, personalised and easy-to-understand service. You may contact George and his team at Goodyear Autocare Mascot for all your tyre, wheel, battery, brake and auto service needs at the 844 Botany Road or on (02) 9667 1818.
844 Botany Rd, Mascot NSW
Marrickville Tyre Centre has been located in the area since the late 70'swhere we began manufacturing our own factory recapping services to other commercial businesses at various locations around Sydney.
38-40 Cook Rd, Marrickville NSW
At Blackforest Tyre & Auto we offer a wide range of mechanical services and repairs.
., Woodend VIC
Tyres & More is a growing national network of tyre and mechanical stores. The Tyres & More brand was launched in 2005. The network consists of Australian family run tyre stores caring for the needs of Australian families and businesses. Although the network is relatively new, the stores which comprise it have been in operation for up to 30 years. Our stores and their staff have been selected for their wealth of knowledge and experience.
14 Freshwater Point Rd, Legana TAS
Axis Autos have been offering Geraldton motorists a quality service for over 30 years!
284 Marine Tce, Geraldton WA
Spinning wheel tyres is a long established (37 years) totally independent tyre service. We specialise in prestige cars and special fitments.
923 Bourke st, Waterloo NSW
We provide a complete truck maintenance service from Truck Wheel Alignments and Balancing, Truck Repairs, Truck Servicing and also mobile wheel alignments statewide.
21 Ferguson Dr, Quoiba TAS
Your One Stop Shop for tyres, car servicing and mechanical repairs. Visit our website for further information www.carcarecentral.com.au.
742-744 Parramatta Road, Lewisham NSW