As the main role of tyres is to keep your car in contact with the road, they play a vital role in the safety and stopping power of your car.

Regular car servicing will keep your car in good condition and having the tyres checked at the same time can help you be aware of the condition of your tyres while alerting you of any potential problems. Your Roper River Transport 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 overall vehicle safety.

Why get tyre and wheel services from Roper River Transport?

Roper River Transport 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 Roper River Transport can check out the internal condition of your tyres as well as the entire outside surface and they are well aware of the correct methods of disassembly, repair and reassembly, along with any manufacturer or legal requirements involved.

Roper River Transport 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 which 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 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 which 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 to 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 is 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 professional give them a check on a regular basis as they 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 places. Roper River Transport 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.

Will a regular wheel alignment or balance help look after tyres?

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 safety, comfort and fuel economy of your car is to have the tyres replaced, such as when they have reached the minimum tread depth. Roper River Transport supply and fit a range of tyres suitable for most vehicle types in our Mataranka car service workshop

Roper River Transport are offer some advice on keeping these crucial components of your vehicle in the best condition for when you need them the most…

Tips on how to care for your Tyres

Tyre Care Tips from Roper River Transport

Our fleet of recovery vehicles is on standby, guaranteeing quick and effective response times for towing service in Mataranka, Katherine and beyond.

Offering a range of Towing vehicles - Tilt Tray, Tow Truck, Super Tilt , Semi Tilt Tray, Salvage, Drop Deck and Flat Top Trailers.

So whether its due to a breakdown, an accident or it's simply been sitting too long - needing to get an undriveable to a mechanic workshop to fix it can be a daunting prospect, but it doesn't have to be.

After-hours towing assistance call 0428 397 100 directly, ensuring immediate help is just a phone call away, making us a premier towing service provider in the region.

Roadside Breakdown service - 
- we can replace flat tyres (Small passenger vehicles, 4X4’s, trailers and some truck and semi trailer tyres), fit new Wheel Rims and Balance tyres, 
- replace Flat Batteries (we carry the AANT road service batteries, Bosch batteries and some Century batteries for most types of vehicles), 
- windscreen replacement (we stock some windscreens and offer replacements, if we do not have stock we can usually get one in within a couple of days).
- bogged vehicles (recovery of bogged vehicles)
- Accident Recoveries for Insurance

We can transport vehicles small and large, Unregistered Vehicles, Dwellings, Shipping Containers, general Freight, Machinery. Relocation services include an escort vehicle for wide and oversize loads. Call us to discuss your needs.

For anyone in need of Towing, Breakdown Assistance or Recovery service in Katherine or Vehicle/Equipment Transport and mechanical services in Mataranka, Roper River Transport are the workshop to call.

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Roper River Transport take great pride in offering their clients personalised, and friendly service at all times.
Conveniently located in Mataranka, NT, the business is a member of the Repco Auto Tech training program, ensuring their technicians are kept fully up to date with modern vehicle repair methods.
Roper River Transport have a wealth of experience in servicing all makes and models, including commercial fleet vehicles. As a Repco Authorised Service centre, they have a commitment to high quality workmanship, ensuring the very best in automotive care.


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Offering a range of Towing vehicles - Tilt Tray, Tow Truck, Super Tilt , Semi Tilt Tray, Salvage, Drop Deck and Flat Top Trailers.

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