🚗 Let staff know you have tyres! We need to direct you to the right unloading area. Car and 4×4 tyres only – no truck or tractor tyres accepted.
What We Accept
Car Tyres
Standard passenger car tyres from sedans, hatchbacks, and wagons. Most common household tyre type.
Examples:
4×4 & SUV Tyres
Larger tyres from 4×4 vehicles, SUVs, and light trucks. Bigger than car tyres but still household size.
Examples:
Motorcycle Tyres
Tyres from motorbikes, scooters, and other two-wheeled vehicles. Small but need proper disposal.
Examples:
Tyres with Rims
Tyres still attached to metal or alloy rims. We’ll separate the components for proper processing.
Examples:
Car wheels, alloy wheels, steel rims, complete wheel sets
How to Prepare Your Tyres
Follow these steps to make tyre disposal easier
Check Size Limits
Only car, 4x4, and motorcycle tyres accepted. No truck, tractor, or commercial vehicle tyres.
Remove Weights
Take off wheel weights if you can. Different metals affect processing, though not essential.
Keep Rims On
Don't worry about removing tyres from rims - we'll separate them properly during processing.
Tell Our Staff
Let staff know you have tyres when you arrive. We'll direct you to the right unloading area.
What It Costs
Tyres without rims are free. Small charge for rims covers metal separation. Bring cash or card.
Tyre Type
Quantity
Price
Car / 4×4 Tyres
(Without rims)
Per item
FREE
Car & 4×4 with Rims
(Tyres still on wheels)
Per item
$20.00
What It Costs
Tyres without rims are free. Small charge for rims covers metal separation. Bring cash or card.
| Tyre Type | Quantity | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Car / 4×4 Tyres (Without rims) | Per item | FREE |
| Car & 4×4 with Rims (Tyres still on wheels) | Per item | $20.00 |
Tyre Shop or Mechanic?
Regular tyre disposal from your business? We’ll drop a skip at your place and collect it when you’re done. Same proper processing, but we come to you.
What We Can’t Accept
These items need different handling or disposal methods:
❌ Truck tyres
❌ Tractor tyres
❌ Bus tyres
❌ Aircraft tyres
❌ Industrial vehicle tyres
❌ Earthmoving tyres
❌ Forklift tyres
❌ Commercial trailer tyres
Environmental Impact
In 2020, there were 4.4 million cars in New Zealand – that’s potentially 17.6 million car tyres alone. Tyres don’t break down in landfill and can become breeding grounds for pests. Energy recovery is currently the best option.
17.6m
car tyres in NZ (estimated)
100+
0
Your old tyres go to energy recovery plants where they’re burned cleanly to generate power instead of taking up space in landfills forever.
Questions About Tyres?
Not sure if your tyres are the right size or have questions about rims? Give us a call and we’ll sort it out.
27 Lake Road, Devonport • Open 7 days