Unroadworthy tyres are unsafe, illegal and basically cost you money

Woodward's Auto Repairs are the professionals in Wangaratta when it comes to the supply, fitting, repair and maintenance of tyres for a range of vehicle types. You should have your tyres checked by a professional on a regular basis to ensure the safety, comfort and reliability of your vehicle in addition to the life span of your tyres.

Tyres play a vital role in the safety and stopping power of your car, they are not just about a comfortable ride. Their main role being to keep your car in contact with the road and provide the traction to both move the car forwards and to stop safely when you need to.

The braking system simply cannot be expected to work to its maximum performance if the tyres are worn or otherwise unsuitable for the car or type of driving you undertake. You should always ensure that your tyres and wheels are in good condition and set up correctly to help maximise your vehicle's braking performance

If you are experiencing unusual vibrations, poor handling of the vehicle, have problems keeping tyres at the correct pressure, have low tyre tread or can see obvious damage to your tyres, you should probably have your tyres checked by experts such as the service team from Woodward's Auto Repairs.

Regular car servicing can keep your car in good condition and having the tyres checked by a qualified mechanic at the same time can help you be aware of the condition of your tyres and alert you to any potential problems. Your Woodward's Auto Repairs mechanic can also let you know if your car could do with relatively low cost solutions that can greatly improve your driving experience as well as overall vehicle safety, such as a wheel alignment or wheel balancing.

Tyres eventually wear out, an unavoidable process quickened by hard braking and regular high speed driving, as well as uneven road surfaces. Unless there are problems causing uneven tyre wear or bald spots or there is other significant damage, the depth of the tread on the tyre is usually the best indicator your tyres are due for replacement.

Although the legal minimum tread depth varies, a good rule of thumb is when tread depth is approaching 1.6mm you should talk to your Woodward's Auto Repairs mechanic about buying new tyres.

Tread on a tyre is very important as this is where you get the traction to both move the car forwards and also the friction required to stop safely and efficiently. Tread is also the method by which water is dispersed away from the tyre surface in a manner which prevents aquaplaning and maintains maximum grip and control. The less tread depth you have, the less control you will have in wet driving conditions.

So if you need new tyres, tyre repairs, a wheel balance or wheel alignment or even just a simple bit of wheel related advice, perhaps it is time to pop in to our Wangaratta workshop for some expert advice.