08/10/2026
Give Your Tyres a Post-Winter Check! ππβ‘οΈπΈ
Winter roads can be brutal on your tyres, making spring the perfect time to give them some much-needed attention. Before you hit the road for your next sunny weekend getaway, take 5 minutes to do these quick checks:
π What to look for:
β’ Tread Depth: Check your tread across the whole tyre.
β’ Wear & Damage: Look closely for any cracks, bulges, or uneven wear.
β’ Tyre Pressure: Make sure they are pumped to the correct levels, and donβt forget to check the spare!
πͺ The 20c Coin Trick:
Want a quick way to check your tread depth? Grab a New Zealand 20-cent coin and insert it into the main tread groove. If the tread doesnβt reach the bottom of the number β20β, your tyre is getting dangerously close to the minimum legal limit of 1.5 mm. If that's the case, itβs time to get it sorted!
β οΈ Notice anything unusual?
If your steering wheel vibrates, your vehicle pulls to one side, or you spot uneven wear, your wheel alignment might be out.
π οΈ Let us do the work for you!
Don't fancy checking them yourself? Drive on in to Pohutukawa Motors for a FREE tyre inspection. We'll make sure you're safe and road-ready! ππ
Remember, your tyres are the only part of your vehicle touching the road. Looking after them keeps you and your family safe. β¨