Cheap Tyres NZ | Quality Tyres from $70
Former wholesaler selling direct to you. Free delivery for non-rural North Island, same-day dispatch, and over 15,000 tyres in stock.
💰 Why Choose Tyre Dispatch?
Looking for cheap tyres in New Zealand without compromising on safety? At Tyre Dispatch, we're former wholesalers who started selling direct to customers 5 years ago. We specialise in affordable, WOF-compliant tyres for all vehicles — from compact cars and hybrids to 4WDs, utes, and commercial vans.
We're not just another online tyre store. We're the team that created New Zealand's most comprehensive tyre guides — trusted by thousands of Kiwi drivers to make informed decisions. When you buy from us, you're getting quality tyres backed by real expertise and honest service.
Expert Knowledge
Created NZ's Ultimate Tyre Guide, WOF Guide, and interactive calculators (Tyre Type Finder, Load Calculator) — education tools no other retailer offers
Proven Trust
250+ five-star Google reviews, 1,100+ positive Trade Me ratings
100% Kiwi Owned
Based in Te Puke, Bay of Plenty — supporting local communities
WOF Compliant
All tyres meet NZ safety standards with correct speed ratings and load indexes
📦 Real Stock, Real Warehouse, Real Business
We're not dropshipping from overseas. Our 15,000+ tyres are physically stocked in our Te Puke warehouse, ready for same-day dispatch across New Zealand.
Former wholesale operation now selling direct to the public. Same supplier networks, same bulk buying power, better prices for you.
⭐ What Our Customers Say
Over 250 five-star Google reviews. Here's what real Kiwis say about our tyres, prices, and service:
🧭 Find Your Perfect Tyre Type
Not sure which tyre category is right for you? Answer a few questions and we'll recommend the best tyre type based on your vehicle, driving conditions, and priorities.
🛞 Shop Cheap Tyres by Category
Browse our most popular budget tyre collections. All tyres are brand new, WOF-compliant, and ready for same-day dispatch.
💰 Under $100 Tyres
Brand-new budget tyres for less than $100 each — perfect for compact cars and daily drivers
🔥 Clearance Tyres
End-of-line and overstock deals — limited quantities at huge discounts
🚗 Passenger Car Tyres
Comfortable, safe tyres for sedans, hatchbacks, and wagons from 14" to 18"
🏔️ All Terrain (A/T) Tyres
Versatile tyres for both road and off-road adventures — popular for SUVs and utes
🚙 4WD & SUV Tyres
Rugged options for Hilux, Ranger, Navara, and other off-road vehicles
🛣️ Highway Terrain (H/T) Tyres
Smooth, quiet tyres designed for long-haul motorway driving
🚐 Light Truck & Commercial
Heavy-duty tyres built to handle loads for vans, trailers, and commercial vehicles
🏎️ Performance Tyres
Enhanced grip and handling for sports cars and spirited driving
🔋 Electric Vehicle (EV) Tyres
Designed for the extra weight and instant torque of electric vehicles
📏 Popular Tyre Sizes in NZ
We stock New Zealand's most common tyre sizes with hundreds of options in each size. Can't find your size? Contact us — we probably have it.
12" Light Truck / Commercial Tyres
155R12C, 155R12LT, 145R12C, 155/70R12C
13" Light Truck / Commercial Tyres
165R13C, 165R13LT, 175R13C, 175/70R13C, 155R13C, 185/70R13C
14" Passenger Car Tyres
165/65R14, 165/70R14, 175/60R14, 175/65R14, 175/70R14, 185/55R14, 185/60R14, 185/65R14, 185/70R14, 195/60R14, 195/65R14, 195/70R14
14" Light Truck / Commercial Tyres
185R14C, 185R14LT, 195R14C, 195R14LT, 195/70R14C, 205/70R14C, 215/70R14C
15" Passenger Car Tyres
165/60R15, 175/55R15, 175/60R15, 175/65R15, 185/55R15, 185/60R15, 185/65R15, 195/50R15, 195/55R15, 195/60R15, 195/65R15, 205/60R15, 205/65R15, 215/65R15
15" Light Truck / Commercial Tyres
195R15C, 195R15LT, 205R15C, 205R15LT, 215/70R15C, 225/70R15C, 215R15LT, 235/75R15LT
16" Passenger Car Tyres
185/55R16, 195/45R16, 195/50R16, 195/55R16, 205/45R16, 205/50R16, 205/55R16, 205/60R16, 215/55R16, 215/60R16, 225/50R16, 225/55R16, 235/60R16
16" Light Truck / Commercial Tyres
195R16C, 205R16C, 215/65R16C, 215/75R16C, 225/65R16C, 225/75R16C, 235/65R16C, 245/70R16C, 255/70R16C
17" Passenger Car & SUV Tyres
205/40R17, 205/45R17, 205/50R17, 215/45R17, 215/50R17, 215/55R17, 215/60R17, 225/45R17, 225/50R17, 225/55R17, 225/60R17, 225/65R17, 235/45R17, 235/55R17, 235/60R17, 235/65R17, 245/45R17, 255/60R17
17" Light Truck / Commercial Tyres
215/60R17C, 225/65R17C, 235/65R17C, 245/70R17C, 255/60R17C, 265/70R17C, 275/70R17C, 215/65R17LT, 225/70R17LT
18" Passenger Car & SUV Tyres
215/45R18, 215/50R18, 225/40R18, 225/45R18, 225/50R18, 225/55R18, 225/60R18, 235/40R18, 235/45R18, 235/50R18, 235/55R18, 235/60R18, 245/40R18, 245/45R18, 255/55R18, 265/60R18
18" Light Truck / Commercial Tyres
225/60R18C, 235/60R18C, 245/60R18C, 255/60R18C, 265/60R18C, 265/65R18LT, 275/65R18LT, 285/60R18LT
High Performance Tyres (18"-20")
225/35R18, 225/40R18, 235/35R18, 235/40R18, 245/35R18, 245/40R18, 255/35R18, 235/35R19, 245/35R19, 245/40R19, 255/35R19, 245/30R20, 245/35R20, 245/40R20, 255/30R20, 255/35R20, 265/35R20
4WD & SUV Tyres (15"-18")
215/75R15, 225/75R15, 235/75R15, 265/70R16, 265/75R16, 245/70R16, 255/65R17, 265/65R17, 265/70R17, 275/65R17, 285/70R17, 265/60R18, 265/65R18, 275/60R18, 275/65R18
Imperial Sizes (4WD & Utes - 15"-20")
31×10.5R15, 32×10.5R15, 32×11.5R15, 33×10.5R15, 33×12.5R15, 35×12.5R15, 31×10.5R16, 33×12.5R17, 35×12.5R17, 37×12.5R17, 37×13.5R17, 35×12.5R20, 37×12.5R20
Large SUV & 4WD (19"-22")
255/50R19, 255/55R19, 265/50R19, 275/45R19, 265/45R20, 265/50R20, 275/45R20, 275/50R20, 275/55R20, 285/50R20, 295/40R20, 275/45R21, 285/45R22
✅ The Tyre Dispatch Difference
🏭 Former Wholesaler, Now Selling Direct
Five years ago, we made a decision that changed everything: cut out the middleman and sell direct to customers. We're traditionally wholesalers who supplied tyres to retailers across New Zealand. Now, we bring that same wholesale quality directly to you at prices other retailers can't match.
💪 Volume Purchasing Power = Lower Prices for You
Here's how we keep prices low while maintaining quality:
- High-volume container orders — selling more means buying more
- Increased purchasing power — larger orders mean better deals from manufacturers
- Savings passed to customers — our profit comes from volume, not margin
- No retail markups — you're buying at near-wholesale prices
Our tyres may seem cheap, but the quality isn't. We've simply removed the layers of profit-taking that happen in traditional retail.
⭐ Quality Backed by Real Customer Reviews
We've sold tens of thousands of tyres to the New Zealand public and gathered over 1,000 reviews across platforms — with a perfect rating. Think about that:
- 10,000s of customers — surely some have high expectations
- Perfect rating maintained — if quality was poor, wouldn't there be negative reviews?
- Zero quality complaints — in fact, the opposite
- Real reviews — customers claiming Anchee outperformed Bridgestone, Michelin, and Pirelli
Don't just take our word for it — check the reviews yourself. Real people, real experiences, real results.
💚 100% Customer Satisfaction Guarantee
We offer something most tyre retailers won't: 100% satisfaction, no questions asked.
- Never turn down returns — if you're unhappy, we'll sort it out
- No restocking fees — you don't pay to return tyres
- No courier fees — we organise and cover return shipping
- Up to 12 months — even if you no longer need them (car sold, etc.)
Why can we offer this? Because we believe in our products and stand by them. The only returns we process are wrong sizes (either sent or ordered) or customers who no longer need tyres for personal reasons. No one claims refunds because the quality isn't there — they claim refunds because life happens.
🎓 We Advocate for Tyre Education
We created New Zealand's most comprehensive tyre guides because we believe educated customers make better decisions — and keep themselves safer on the road.
People assume "cheap price = cheap quality" but this isn't true when you understand how tyre pricing actually works. We advocate for education so you can:
- Identify quality tyres — regardless of brand name
- Understand fair pricing — know what you should actually pay
- Avoid retailer tricks — unnecessary upselling and "matching brand" myths
- Maintain your tyres properly — correct PSI, alignment, rotation
🤝 Honest Service Over Sales
We turn away customers all the time. Sounds crazy for a business, right?
Customer walks in: "I was told I need new tyres"
Big retailers: "Yep, and actually all four should match — that'll be $1,200"
Us: "Let me check... actually, these are fine. Come back in 6 months."
We've had customers come in needing one tyre replaced, with two brand-new matching tyres on the rear. Big retailers tell them all four must match. That's rubbish. We'll sell you the one tyre you actually need and send you on your way.
Why? Because we want you to:
- Try our quality and become a long-term customer
- Tell your mates about our honest service
- Come back when you actually do need tyres
- Trust us with your safety — not just your money
We also teach proper tyre care. Not just because it's the right thing to do, but selfishly — if you know the right PSI, understand rotation schedules, and maintain alignment, our tyres will last longer and perform better. Then you'll see we weren't lying about quality.
⚖️ How Big Retailers Profit From Confusion
Ever wonder why big tyre chains charge $300+ for the same tyre category? Or why they don't educate customers?
- They profit from misinformation — confused customers buy more expensive tyres
- They upsell unnecessarily — "you need Michelins to match" (you probably don't)
- They replace all four — even when only one or two are worn
- They don't ask about vehicle use — collector car that never drives? Here's a $1,500 set
- Hidden fees — shipping, installation, disposal, stewardship
If we can afford to:
- Bring in top-quality tyres
- Offer free delivery for non-rural North Island
- Keep delivery under $18 for rural South Island
- Include all fees (GST, Tyrewise) in our prices
- Cover return shipping with no restocking fees
...why can't the "big guys" do the same? Because they're not selling tyres — they're selling fear and confusion at premium prices.
📦 Free Delivery Across New Zealand
We proudly offer free delivery to all non-rural North Island addresses — making it easier than ever to buy cheap tyres online without worrying about shipping costs.
Same-day dispatch on all orders placed before 12 PM on weekdays. Get back on the road faster with our efficient warehouse in Te Puke, Bay of Plenty.
📍 Delivery Timeframes by Region
These are typical timeframes based on previous orders and may vary depending on courier schedules and weather conditions.
⚡ Next Day (1 Business Day)
Bay of Plenty: Tauranga, Mount Maunganui, Papamoa, Te Puke, Whakatāne, Katikati, Maketu, Rotorua
Waikato: Hamilton, Cambridge, Te Awamutu, Matamata, Morrinsville
Auckland: Auckland City, North Shore, Manukau, Waitakere, Papakura
🚚 1-2 Business Days
Northland: Whangarei, Kaitaia, Kerikeri, Dargaville
Central North Island: Taupo, Tokoroa, Turangi
Taranaki: New Plymouth, Hawera, Stratford
Hawke's Bay: Napier, Hastings, Gisborne
Manawatu-Whanganui: Palmerston North, Whanganui, Feilding, Levin
Wellington: Wellington, Lower Hutt, Upper Hutt, Porirua, Kapiti Coast
📦 3-5 Business Days (South Island)
Canterbury: Christchurch, Timaru, Ashburton, Kaikoura
Otago: Dunedin, Oamaru, Queenstown, Wanaka, Alexandra
Southland: Invercargill, Gore
West Coast: Greymouth, Westport, Hokitika
Nelson-Tasman: Nelson, Richmond, Motueka
Marlborough: Blenheim, Picton
🏞️ Rural Areas (Add 1-2 Days)
Rural addresses outside major towns may take an additional 1-2 business days. Rural delivery charges may apply for some South Island locations (max $18).
💳 Flexible Payment Options
We accept a wide range of payment methods to make buying budget tyres as easy as possible.
Online Payments
- Visa, Mastercard, AMEX, Union Pay
- Shop Pay, PayPal, Google Pay, Apple Pay
- Afterpay & Zip — Buy now, pay later with no interest
- Bank Deposit — May take 1 business day to process before dispatch
In-Store Payments (Te Puke)
- EFTPOS
- Credit/Debit Cards (2% surcharge on Paywave/credit)
- Cash
We support Work and Income (WINZ) tyre quotes. Just provide your full name, delivery address, and whether the quote is for tyres only, fitted, or delivered. Request a WINZ quote here →
🔧 In-Store Tyre Fitting & Balancing
Located near Te Puke? We offer fast, affordable in-store tyre fitting and wheel balancing.
We regularly service customers from: Tauranga, Mount Maunganui, Papamoa, Rotorua, Whakatāne, Katikati, Maketu, and surrounding Bay of Plenty areas.
⏱️ Typical Service Time: Approximately 15 minutes per tyre. Time may vary depending on wheel condition, lug nut condition, or special requirements (e.g., TPMS sensors, aftermarket wheels).
Fitment Guarantee
We'll make it right if anything isn't perfect
Free Air Checks
Pop in anytime for pressure checks
Local Service
We're locals who care about our community
While-You-Wait
Most jobs done while you wait (typically 60 mins for 4 tyres)
📚 Helpful Tyre Guides & Tools
We created New Zealand's most comprehensive tyre guides to help you make informed decisions. Check them out:
Ultimate NZ WOF Tyre Guide → Ultimate NZ Speed Rating Guide → Tyre Size Calculator & Visualiser → Load Rating Chart & Guide → Tyre Pattern Types Explained → PSI Tyre Pressure Guide →⭐ Trusted by Thousands of Kiwi Drivers
We don't hide reviews — we earn them. Full transparency badges displayed on all product reviews.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, when bought from a reputable supplier. All tyres we sell meet NZ WOF requirements and international safety standards (ECE/DOT). "Cheap" doesn't mean unsafe — it means we've cut out the middleman and pass the savings to you.
Our Anchee brand is manufactured using Yokohama technology and performs comparably to mid-range brands in wet braking, temperature resistance, and treadwear tests.
Absolutely. Every tyre we sell has the correct speed rating and load index for NZ vehicles. As long as you maintain proper tread depth (minimum 1.5mm) and have no damage, budget tyres will pass WOF just like expensive tyres.
For a complete breakdown of WOF tyre requirements, check our Ultimate NZ WOF Tyre Guide.
Typical lifespan: 40,000-60,000 km depending on driving style, alignment, and maintenance. Budget tyres generally wear 10-20% faster than premium brands, but at half the price, you're still ahead financially.
Factors that affect tyre life: Alignment, inflation pressure, driving style (hard braking/acceleration), road conditions, and vehicle load.
Yes, but with important rules: Tyres on the same axle must be the same size, pattern type, and construction (radial vs bias-ply). You can mix brands front-to-rear, but it's recommended to put better tyres on the rear axle for stability.
Read our Speed Rating Guide for detailed mixing rules.
Yes, at our Te Puke location. We offer fast, affordable tyre fitting and wheel balancing for customers in the Bay of Plenty region (Tauranga, Rotorua, Whakatāne, etc.).
For customers outside our area, we can deliver tyres directly to your preferred mechanic. Learn more about our fitting services.
We'll help you exchange them. We offer hassle-free returns on unused tyres within 12 months. In most cases, we cover return and reshipment costs if the error is reasonable.
Not sure what size you need? Use our Tyre Size Calculator or contact us before ordering — we're happy to help.
Yes, we support WINZ tyre quotes. Just let us know your full name, delivery address, and whether the quote is for tyres only, fitted, or delivered.
Because we're not just tyre sellers — we're tyre educators.
- We created NZ's most comprehensive tyre guides (read by 30,000+ Kiwis)
- 100% Kiwi owned and operated from Te Puke, Bay of Plenty
- 250+ five-star Google reviews from real customers
- Free North Island delivery with same-day dispatch
- Honest pricing with no hidden costs
- Personal service from people who actually care
The main differences are in R&D investment, marketing, and minor performance margins. Premium brands invest hundreds of millions in research, testing, and advertising. Budget brands use proven designs and manufacturing processes to keep costs down.
What's similar: Both pass the same safety standards (ECE/DOT), use similar rubber compounds, and are manufactured with comparable quality control.
What's different: Premium tyres might last 10-20% longer, have marginally better wet grip (1-2 metres shorter braking distance), and slightly lower road noise. But for most daily driving, the difference is hard to notice.
Yes, all our tyres meet international safety certifications:
- DOT Certification (US Department of Transportation approval)
- ECE Certification (European Economic Commission standards)
- ISO 9001 (Quality management certification)
- EU Tyre Labelling (Fuel efficiency, wet grip, noise ratings where applicable)
Every tyre on our website displays its DOT and EU grading where available. Learn more about tyre grading →
Absolutely! We display all available grading information on every product page:
- EU Grading: Fuel efficiency (A-E), Wet Grip (A-E), External Noise (dB)
- DOT Ratings: Treadwear, Traction, and Temperature resistance
- Speed Rating: Maximum safe speed (H=210km/h, V=240km/h, etc.)
- Load Index: Maximum weight capacity per tyre
Not all tyres have every rating (some don't require EU grading), but we show everything we have. Full transparency, always. See our grading guide →
All our tyres come with manufacturer warranties against defects. Warranty periods vary by brand:
- Anchee: Manufacturer's warranty against defects
- Comforser/Hilo/Joyroad: Manufacturer's warranty against defects
- Premium brands (Maxxis, Goodyear, etc.): Full manufacturer's warranty
Important: Warranties cover manufacturing defects only — not wear, punctures, or damage from road hazards, improper inflation, or alignment issues. Keep your receipts and maintain proper tyre care for warranty claims.
Three main reasons:
1. Marketing & Brand Premium: Premium brands spend millions on advertising, sponsorships, and dealer networks. You're paying for the brand name, not just the tyre.
2. R&D Investment: Premium brands invest heavily in developing new compounds and patterns. Budget brands use proven, established designs that don't require expensive research.
3. Manufacturing Scale: Budget brands produce high volumes to keep unit costs down. They also skip expensive custom features and focus on core safety and performance.
Example: A $250 premium tyre might cost $80 to manufacture. The rest covers marketing, retail margins, and brand positioning. A $120 budget tyre with similar construction costs $75 to manufacture — you're just paying less markup.
Sometimes, yes! Many budget tyre brands are manufactured in modern facilities that also produce tyres for premium brands through licensing agreements or technology sharing.
Example: Anchee uses Yokohama technology and rubber compounds, manufactured in factories that meet the same quality standards as major brands.
The key factor isn't WHERE a tyre is made — it's the quality control standards, certifications (ISO 9001, ECE, DOT), and whether it meets NZ safety requirements. All our tyres do.
Not for normal daily driving. Budget tyres meet the same safety standards as premium tyres. The differences only matter in extreme conditions:
Normal Driving (95% of situations): No noticeable difference in handling, braking, or safety.
Spirited Driving: Premium tyres might provide slightly better feedback and grip at the limit, but you're unlikely to notice on public roads.
Wet Conditions: Premium tyres might stop 1-2 metres shorter from 100km/h. Important for emergency braking, but proper following distances matter more.
Bottom line: If you're commuting, running errands, and driving sensibly, budget tyres are perfectly safe and suitable.
Yes, we're 100% transparent. Every product page displays all available grading information:
- EU Tyre Label: Shows fuel efficiency, wet grip, and noise ratings (when applicable)
- DOT Ratings: Treadwear grade, Traction grade, Temperature resistance (when available)
- Speed Rating: Maximum safe operating speed
- Load Index: Weight capacity per tyre
Note: Some tyres don't require EU labelling (e.g., certain sizes or markets), so those sections may be blank. But if the data exists, we show it. Learn what each grade means on our Tyre Grading Guide →
🔬 What Actually Makes Up a Tyre?
Ever wondered what you're actually paying for? Here's an honest breakdown of tyre construction and what premium vs budget brands actually do differently.
🏗️ Tyre Anatomy (Every Tyre Has These)
💎 Premium Brands
- $500M-$1B+ annually on research
- Proprietary tread compounds (e.g., Michelin's EverGrip silica)
- Custom mold designs for each pattern
- Years of real-world testing before launch
- High-silica compounds for wet grip
- Advanced polymers for longevity
- Specialized sidewall reinforcement
- Low rolling-resistance compounds
- Longer curing times (quality control)
- More precise tolerances
- Extensive QC testing (every batch)
- Higher rejection rates (stricter standards)
- 1-2m shorter wet braking (100km/h)
- 10-20% longer tread life
- 2-3 dB quieter road noise
- Slightly better fuel efficiency
✅ Mid-Tier Brands
- Example: Anchee uses Yokohama (premium brand) technology & rubber compounds
- Technology sharing between manufacturers
- Proven manufacturing processes
- Same factories, different branding in some cases
- ISO 9001 certified facilities
- Modern equipment and QC
- Established tread patterns (tested & validated)
- Reliable rubber compounds (not experimental)
- DOT approved (US standards)
- ECE approved (European standards)
- EU Tyre Label grading
- Meet or exceed NZ WOF requirements
- Skip expensive marketing campaigns
- Use proven designs (no R&D cost)
- High-volume manufacturing efficiency
- Direct-to-consumer where possible
💵 Budget/Value Brands
- Free-to-use tread designs (no IP costs)
- Simplified patterns (fewer grooves)
- Functional but not optimized
- Meet minimum safety standards
- Cost-optimized rubber blends
- Less silica (adequate wet grip)
- Standard natural/synthetic rubber ratios
- Faster curing times
- Pass DOT/ECE certifications
- WOF compliant when new
- Safe for normal driving conditions
- Basic quality control
- May wear 15-25% faster
- Slightly longer braking distances
- Higher road noise (1-3 dB)
- Less refined handling feel
🎯 The Bottom Line
All tyres sold in NZ must meet the same safety standards. The differences are in:
- Performance margins: Premium tyres stop 1-2m shorter, last 10-20% longer, run quieter
- Materials & testing: Premium uses advanced compounds and extensive validation
- Brand positioning: You pay extra for the name, warranty, and dealer support
For most daily driving, mid-tier brands like Anchee deliver 90% of premium performance at 40-50% of the cost. They use proven technology (Yokohama compounds), meet all safety standards, and provide excellent value.
Budget tyres are perfectly safe for normal use but wear faster and have slightly less grip in extreme conditions. If you're on a tight budget and drive sensibly, they'll do the job.
↩️ Hassle-Free Returns & Exchanges
- Return unused tyres within 12 months
- Used tyres under 1,000 km assessed case-by-case
- Ordered the wrong size? We'll help with an exchange
- In most cases, we cover return and reshipment costs if reasonable
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