Special feature: Tyre buying guide
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Q&A;: Retreads or new tyres?
Drive Team I drive a 2003 Toyota Camry and the tyres are due for replacement. Mainly on "environmental" grounds, I was thinking about replacing the tyres with retreads.
Ask the experts: Replacing tyres
Q. I have a current-model Nissan Maxima (2009 with 53,000 kilometres) and the tyres are due to be replaced.
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Buying new tyres: The first step
The first question you have to ask yourself when buying new tyres is what are you going to use them for?
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How much should I pay for new tyres?
Joshua Gliddon Tyre prices range from less than $100 to more than $1000. How much should you spend on your next tyres?
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Should I consider retreads?
Joshua Gliddon They may be cheap, but retreads have many drawbacks.
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Caring for your tyres
Joshua Gliddon Regular checks can prolong the life of your tyres while making your car safer to drive.
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What does a wheel alignment do?
Toby Hagon If your car's wheels are out of alignment you could be adversely affecting tyre wear, fuel consumption and more.
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What does a wheel balance do?
Toby Hagon Are one or more of your car's wheels vibrating at speed? They may need a wheel balance.
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What tyres should I put on my car?
Joshua Gliddon With so many choices, which tyres should you put on your car when it comes time to replace them?
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Tyre guide: What's written on the side?
Joshua Gliddon The side of a tyre contains plenty of information. Here's your guide to deciphering it.
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When does my car need new tyres?
Joshua Gliddon Driving on old or worn out tyres can be illegal and dangerous. But when does your car need new tyres?
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New tyres: Too cheap to be true?
Joshua Gliddon ‘Grey imports' may look the same as tyres designed for Australia, but there can be crucial differences.
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Run flats and space saver tyres
Joshua Gliddon They may suit car makers, but run flat tyres and space saver tyres aren't ideal if you get a puncture.
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What does the law say about new tyres?
Joshua Gliddon They may look simple, but tyres are a crucial part of your car's safety system and must adhere to strict regulations.
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Fitting bigger wheels and tyres
Joshua Gliddon Larger wheels and tyres may look sexy, but make sure they adhere to the law and keep your insurance company happy.
