Car Tyre Maintenance Tips

Car tyres support the weight of the vehicle while absorbing shocks caused by uneven road surface. Tyre friction with the road surface transmit traction and braking forces and they also change and maintain direction of travel.



Tyres transmit the driver’s intentions and the vehicle’s power.

To ensure safety on the road and top mileage, never use worn out, damaged or low inflated tyres.

To keep tyres at their best: -

a) Use the same brand and size of tyres and tubes at all times. Use the right ream type and size.

b) Tyres should be replaced with new tyres when the tread wear indicator (1.6mm height) is exposed.

c) Check and maintain manufacturer recommended tyre inflation pressure regularly, once per week or before long trips. Check pressure only when the tyres are cold. Do regular pressure checking for the first 3,000 Kms of new tyres as the tyres undergo road adaptation and expansion. Proper inflation pressure levels will prolong tyre life and improve fuel consumption.

d) After every 5,000 Kms, after mounting or de-mounting tyres, whenever you notice uneven wear or whenever some vibration is experienced, subject your car tyres to professional wheel alignment and tyre-ream assembly balancing and also get the driving angles of your car measured.

e) Rotate tyres to even out wear, stick to manufactures rotation formula throughout the life of the tyres.

f) Machine mount your tyres according to the rolling direction arrows on the sidewalls of the tyres. Ensure that ream and tyre inside is free from particles before fitting the tube.

g) Conduct a physical tyre check for damage, daily before driving off.

h) Drive soft and smooth.

Take care of your car tyres and stay safe.