Tyres & Wheel Alignments in Palmerston North
If you are looking for tyres in Palmerston North, The Tyre Clinic at 312 Rangitikei Street is set up for everyday cars, SUVs and 4WDs used around the Manawatu. We fit new tyres, repair punctures, balance wheels and carry out wheel alignments at the same workshop, so you are not sent across town for the next step.
Rangitikei Street is a main north-south route through Palmy. That makes us a practical stop if you live in town, work nearby, or are coming in from Feilding, Ashhurst, Bulls or Levin. Phone 06 353 3515 or send a tyre quote request if you already know your size.
New tyres in Palmerston North
Most visits start with the tyres already on the car. We check remaining tread, wear pattern, age and whether the size on the sidewall still matches the vehicle. From there we quote options that fit your budget and how you actually drive - short town trips, State Highway 3 to Whanganui, or gravel at the weekend.
We stock and supply a wide range of brands. You can also buy tyres online and arrange fitting here. If you are not sure of the size, bring the car in or use the quote form - sizes often vary between model years and spec levels.
Budget tyres
Budget tyres are a sensible choice when the car is a runabout, the kilometres are modest, or you need a safe, legal set without paying for a touring or performance tyre you will not use. We will still match load and speed ratings to the vehicle and explain the trade-offs in wet grip and wear. Cheap tyres that do not last, or that wear unevenly because the alignment is out, are not a saving.
Premium tyres
Premium tyres make more sense if you cover a lot of open-road kilometres, want quieter running, or need stronger wet performance through Manawatu weather. We can talk through touring, SUV and performance options and how they compare on price versus expected life. If you already have a brand or model in mind - including Cooper and other lines we specialise in - ask and we will confirm availability for this store.
Wheel alignments
A wheel alignment sets the angles of the wheels so the car tracks straight and the tyres wear evenly. Palmerston North roads, speed humps and the odd pothole on rural routes all knock alignment out over time. Typical signs are a pull to one side, a steering wheel that sits off-centre, or inner or outer shoulder wear on the front tyres.
We recommend checking alignment whenever you fit a new pair or a full set, and after a curb strike or suspension work. Alignment at the same time as fitting is the cleanest way to protect a new set. Selected products also include a free wheel alignment as part of our offers and guarantees.
Puncture repairs
A nail in the tread can often be repaired if the damage is in the right area of the tyre and the tyre is otherwise sound. Sidewall damage, a tear, or a puncture too close to the shoulder usually means replacement. Bring the car in and we will inspect it properly rather than sending you back out on a temporary fix that is not safe.
Tyre fitting and balancing
Fitting and balancing are done on site. An out-of-balance wheel shows up as vibration through the steering or seat, often from about 80-90 km/h. We fit the tyres, balance the assemblies, set the pressures and torque the wheels. Online orders can be booked into this workshop for the fit.
Alloy wheels
Need a wheel as well as a tyre? Browse the alloy wheel range or ask the Palmerston North team about sizes that suit your vehicle. We can advise on tyre and wheel packages so offset, load rating and overall diameter stay within a sensible range for the car.
4WD and SUV tyres
Plenty of Manawatu vehicles spend weekdays on sealed roads and weekends on farm tracks, river shingle or the ranges. All-terrain, highway-terrain and more aggressive 4WD patterns each suit a different mix of on-road noise versus off-road bite. Tell us how much of your driving is actually off the seal and we will not upsell a mud tyre you will hate on the motorway.
Buy tyres online
You can compare prices, current deals and stock on our Buy Tyres Online page, then choose fitting at Palmerston North. Online buying is useful when you already know the size. If you want a recommendation first, the quote form or a phone call to the store is faster than scrolling listings.
Buy 1 Get 1 Free offers
Buy 1 Get 1 Free applies to selected Kustone tyres in selected sizes when you purchase online. The matching tyre is included at no charge. Freight and collection options are not available on that offer - it is set up for fitting through our workshops. Check the listing on the online shop and our offers page for the current rules, because sizes and eligibility change.
Visit 312 Rangitikei Street
The Palmerston North store is at 312 Rangitikei Street. There is customer parking at the workshop, with straightforward access off Rangitikei Street. We are open 8am to 5pm weekdays. If you are coming from Feilding, you are already on the same corridor; from Ashhurst or the gorge, it is a short run into town and north along Rangitikei Street.
Call 06 353 3515 or email palmerstonnorth@thetyreclinic.co.nz to check a booking time, especially if you need alignment as well as tyres.
Areas we service
As well as Palmerston North itself, this store regularly looks after vehicles from Ashhurst, Feilding, Sanson, Shannon, Bulls, Whanganui, Marton, Foxton and Levin. If you are further out and want to combine a tyre job with a trip into Palmy, phone first so we can hold the size you need.