Tyres

Your tyres are the only point of contact between your vehicle and the road, making them one of the most critical safety components of your car. At Total Auto, we provide professional tyre inspections, replacements, and advice to ensure your vehicle maintains optimal grip, handling, and braking performance in all conditions. Whether your tyres are worn, damaged, or simply due for replacement, our team will help keep you safe, improve fuel efficiency, and ensure you have confidence on every drive.

Why Your Tyres Matter Most

Your tyres are the deciding factor in handling and traction. You can have perfect suspension, steering, brakes, everything, but if your tyres are worn, none of that will matter. While they may seem simple, tyres are actually the result of impressive engineering. For example, one of the uses of grooves in tyres is to act as channels to divert water away from tyres on wet roads.
Here at Total Auto, we can provide tyres from major brands for all makes and models of:

  • Car
  • 4WD
  • Light Truck

Frequently Asked Questions

Signs include low tread depth, visible wear indicators, cracks in the rubber, vibrations while driving, or reduced grip in wet conditions.

Tyres should be checked monthly for pressure and condition, and professionally inspected during regular servicing or at least every 6–12 months.

In Australia, the legal minimum tread depth is 1.5mm, but for safety, it’s recommended to replace tyres well before they reach this limit.

Not always. It depends on wear levels, but replacing tyres in pairs or full sets is often recommended for balanced handling and safety.

Yes. Incorrect pressure can lead to poor handling, uneven wear, reduced fuel efficiency, and increased risk of tyre failure.

Why you should service your tyres

Regular tyre servicing is essential for maintaining safety, performance, and control on the road. Your tyres are responsible for grip, braking, and stability in all driving conditions, and even minor issues such as low tread, uneven wear, or incorrect pressure can significantly impact your vehicle’s handling. Routine inspections help identify damage early, ensure proper inflation, and extend the life of your tyres. By keeping your tyres well maintained, you improve fuel efficiency, enhance driving comfort, and most importantly, reduce the risk of accidents caused by poor traction or tyre failure.

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Our team of technicians and service advisors are qualified and specialise in all European, American, Japanese, Korean, Chinese and Australian vehicles, using the latest in diagnostic tooling and specialist analysis.

The Total Auto team will ensure your vehicle is serviced, repaired and cleaned inside and out while keeping you fully informed duing the entire process.
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