Wheel knowledge
We provide tips for a longer tyre service life and provide important information on minimum tread depth and tyre pressure.
How to look after your tyres
Being the only link between your car and the road, tyres play a vital role in keeping you in control while driving. Tyres play a pivotal role in keeping you in control on the road. Ensure your journey is as smooth as can be with the right tyres fitted to your car’s exact specifications. It’s important to check them regularly to avoid any unnecessary stress associated with a flat tyre.
The correct tyre pressure
The correct tyre pressure for your car can be located within your fuel flap or driver’s door frame. Tyre pressures may need to be varied based on the load your vehicle is carrying.
Tyre labels explained
Understanding what all the letters and numbers mean on your tyres will come in handy. Other than the manufacturer and product name, you’ll also find a range of important information on your tyres such as the type, rim diameter and maximum permitted speed limit.
Tyre width in mm
Height/width ratio
Tyre structure
Rim diameter in inches
Load index
Speed index
Tyre pressure monitoring system
An underinflated tyre can be damaging to your car. If the tyre pressure warning symbol lights up, it means your tyre pressure has reduced considerably or the tyre has structural damage. Drive slowly, avoid heavy steering and braking manoeuvres, and check your tyres when it’s safe to do so.
How deep should my tyre tread be?
Your tyres will have wear indicators moulded into the grooves across the tread. These small bumps can be found consistently around the tyre. The tyre is at its limit when these small bumps are level with the tyres tread. The more tread, the better they’re able to dissipate water and reduce the risk of losing contact with the road surface in wet weather.
How far can I drive on a space saver spare wheel?
It’s recommended that once you have changed the wheel you drive to the nearest Volkswagen Tyre Centre or independent tyre centre as soon as possible to have your damaged tyre replaced or repaired.
Be sure to drive more slowly, avoid heavy steering, hard braking and not to exceed the recommended maximum speed of 80km/h.
Self-sealing tyres
Self-sealing tyres
We’re taking the worry out of flat tyres with a self-sealing technology developed by Volkswagen. Self-sealing tyres are filled with a viscous mass which seals against tyre punctures of up to 5mm in depth and prevents pressure loss in the tyre. Your driving behaviour remains stable and you can drive trouble-free to your nearest Approved Volkswagen Tyre Centre.
Your benefits
- No pressure loss after puncture.
- Full protection even in the event of several punctures.
- Same driving comfort in comparison to standard tyres.
- Saves space and fuel due to the elimination of a spare wheel.
Tyre brands we work with
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Recycling our tyres
Volkswagen is Australia’s first vehicle importer to dispose tyres at collectors and recyclers accredited by Tyre Stewardship Australia (TSA).
