Unroadworthy tyres are unsafe, illegal and basically cost you money.

Urangan Service Centre are the professionals in Urangan 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.

The braking system cannot work to its maximum performance if the tyres are worn or otherwise unsuitable for the car or type of driving you undertake.

You should have your tyres checked by experts such as the service team from Urangan Service Centre, if you are experiencing these symptoms:

• unusual vibrations
• poor handling of the vehicle
• have problems keeping tyres at the correct pressure
• have low tyre tread
• obvious visual damage to your tyres.

Regular car servicing will keep your car in good condition. Having the tyres checked at the same time can help you be aware of the condition of your tyres and alert you to any problems. Your Urangan Service Centre mechanic can also let you know if your car would benefit from a wheel alignment or wheel balancing. They are relatively low-cost solutions and can greatly improve your driving experience, as well as vehicle safety.

New tyres, wheel alignment and wheel balancing go hand in hand to ensure good handling and maximising the expected lifespan of your new tyres. Urangan Service Centre are experts at inspecting and maintaining tyres and related components and can give you good advice on purchasing the correct tyres for your car.

So, if you need new tyres, wheel balancing and wheel alignment (or just a simple bit of wheel related advice), perhaps it is time to pop into our Urangan workshop for some expert advice.

Urangan Service Centre are independently owned and operated and known locally for our honest service, years of experience and knowledge. We have a range of tyres and specialist equipment to perform your new tyre fitting or wheel alignment and balance. All our work is backed by the Repco Authorised Service Nationwide Warranty.

While checking your tyres is something you can do yourself - as professionals, Urangan Service Centre can check out the internal condition of your tyres as well as the entire outside surface. We are well aware of the correct methods of disassembly, repair and reassembly, along with any manufacturer or legal requirements involved.

Urangan Service Centre can also advise you if there are any problems with your tyres, your wheel alignment, tyre balance or other areas of your car affecting your tyres, such as brakes or suspension which you should be aware of to protect you and your vehicle, including the tyres themselves.

Tyres eventually wear out over time, an unavoidable process that is 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 the tread depth is approaching 1.6mm, you should think 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 dissipated away from the tyre surface in a way that prevents aquaplaning and maintaining maximum grip and control. The less tread depth you have, the less control you will have in wet driving conditions.

Tyres generally last between six and ten years and the better you look after them, the more chance there is that it will be the latter rather than the former.

Tyre pressure is not just important to ensure you get the best fuel economy from your vehicle. Incorrect tyre pressure is a common cause of tyre damage as pressure and wear are directed at areas of the tyre not designed to take it. Perhaps most importantly, the pressure of your tyres can have a direct impact on the driveability - and therefore the safety - of the vehicle.

You should check your tyres yourself on a regular basis to ensure they are in good condition. Be on the lookout for bald or flat spots, tears and cuts in the surface of the tyre and any foreign objects likely to cause problems - such as stones, nails and other road debris. You should also have a tyre specialist give them a check on a regular basis, as professionals have the knowledge and equipment to properly check the entire tyre and may spot issues you simply don't see.

Tyres will suffer from wear and tear at varying rates. The front and rear tyres, for example, will wear at different rates - as front tyres generally carry more weight than rear ones, meaning faster heat build-up and therefore increased wear. The tyres on either side of your car will also tend to wear at different rates to those on the opposite side.

Having your tyres rotated regularly, every 8000 to 10,000 km, for example, can help to ensure that all of your tyres wear at a similar rate and in the same areas. Urangan Service Centre will be happy to undertake this task for you and inspect each tyre as they do it, letting you know of any issues that might present a problem or you should otherwise be aware of. We can undertake all types of tyre rotation for you, including cross rotation, straight rotation, 5 wheel rotation and four-wheel drive rotation.

Regular wheel alignment helps to protect against premature or uneven tyre wear, increases the safety and handling of your vehicle and improves ride performance and fuel efficiency. Wheel balancing helps to minimise vibration through the wheels, thereby minimising premature or uneven tyre wear. Either wheel service (or both) will go a long way in helping to maximise the life of your tyres along with safety and handling benefits.

No matter how well you care for your tyres, there will come a time when the only option for maintaining the safety, comfort and fuel economy of your car is to have the tyres replaced, such as when they have reached the minimum tread depth. Urangan Service Centre supply and fit a range of tyres suitable for most vehicle types in our Urangan car service workshop.