Summer Camping Tyres: Which Type Do You Need & What PSI Should You Run?
Taylor Houghton
Not sure whether you need all-terrain, highway or mud-terrain tyres for your camping trip? Here's how to choose the right type for DOC sites, gravel roads, and beach access — plus loaded PSI recommendations by vehicle.
Beach Driving NZ: Complete Guide to Tyre Pressure, Permits & 15 Driveable Beaches (2025/2026)
Taylor Houghton
The complete New Zealand beach driving guide for 2025/2026. Features vehicle-specific tyre pressure charts covering Suzuki Swift, Toyota Corolla, Mazda CX-5, Toyota RAV4, Ford Ranger, Toyota Hilux, Mitsubishi Triton, and LandCruiser 300. Includes all 15 driveable beaches from Te Oneroa-a-Tōhē (Ninety Mile Beach) to Muriwai and Oreti Beach. Covers beach permits, access restrictions, fines up to $500 for violations, trailer towing regulations, and sand recovery techniques. Plus recommended all-terrain and mud-terrain tyres for beach driving.
12% of 'Cheap' Facebook Marketplace Tyres Failed NZTA Tests: How to Avoid Fakes
Taylor Houghton
In 2024, NZTA audited tyres sold on Facebook Marketplace, Trade Me, and Gumtree. The results were alarming: 1 in 8 failed mandatory safety tests. This guide shows you how to spot fakes, understand your legal rights, and buy safely.
Smart Tyres NZ 2025: The Complete Guide to Connected Tyre Technology
Taylor Houghton
Your tyres are about to become the smartest safety feature on your car. Sensors, real-time monitoring, predictive alerts, and vehicle integration — smart tyres are already here. This guide covers what they measure, how they work, the EV connection, environmental benefits, and what's actually available in NZ right now.
Tyre Pollution NZ 2025: The Hidden Emissions From Every Km You Drive
Taylor Houghton
Every time you brake, accelerate, or corner, your tyres shed microscopic particles into the environment. A 2024 NZ estimate suggests 6,500–15,500 tonnes of tyre wear is released annually — and it's not just rubber. Here's what tyre pollution actually means for New Zealand, why 6PPD-quinone is making headlines, and what you can do about it.
Summer Tyre Safety NZ: How Heat Affects Your Tyres & What To Do
Taylor Houghton
The jandals are out and the road trips are calling — but is your car ready? Learn how Kiwi summer heat changes your tyre pressure, the real risks of overinflation, and exactly what to check before heading to the Mount, the Coromandel, or anywhere in between. Free PSI calculator included.
2025 NZ WOF Changes: The Complete Guide for Kiwi Drivers
Taylor Houghton
Major changes are coming to New Zealand's WOF system. Some are already live (annual WOFs for vintage vehicles), others close for consultation on 17 December 2025. This guide breaks down what's confirmed, what's proposed, and what it all means for your tyres.
Which Terrain Tyres Do You Really Need? A 4×4 Guide for NZ Drivers
Taylor Houghton
New Zealand’s terrain can be unpredictable at best and brutal at worst. From loose gravel in Central Otago to muddy paddocks in Taranaki and rugged coastal tracks in Northland, it’s clear that no single tyre suits every road. If you drive a 4WD or SUV, the real question isn’t whether...