What does roadside assistance cover for tyres in Australia? A spare change and a tow—rarely a new tyre. Membership tiers, remote limits and the catches.
Roadside Assistance Tyre Cover: What’s Actually Included
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Spares, Punctures and Roadside
Rear-Mounted Spare Wheels: Legal Requirements and Load Rules
Fitting a rear spare-wheel carrier in Australia? Keep the number plate legible within 45°, lit, and stay under your rear-axle and GVM limits. Full guide.
Spare Tyre Pressure: The Number Everyone Forgets
Spare tyre pressure is the number everyone forgets. Full-size spares follow the placard; space-savers need about 420 kPa. How and when to check it.
How Old Is Too Old for an Unused Spare Tyre?
How old is too old for an unused spare tyre? Age beats tread: inspect from 5 years, replace by about 10, and read the DOT date code to check it.
Puncture-Proof and Airless Tyres: Where the Technology Actually Is
Puncture-proof airless tyres like Michelin Uptis are still prototypes in 2026. What you can actually buy today: self-sealing and run-flat tyres.
Which Australian New Cars Still Come With a Full-Size Spare?
Which Australian new cars still come with a full-size spare in 2026? Mostly utes and 4WDs; many SUVs get a space-saver and most EVs get none.