mycar is one of Australia’s largest tyre and automotive service networks. If you have driven past a Kmart Tyre & Auto in years gone by, you have effectively watched the same business change its name. This review explains who mycar is, how its tyre pricing and deals actually work in 2026, what its guarantees cover, and how to make sure the number on the quote is the number you pay.
Who owns mycar and what happened to Kmart Tyre & Auto?
mycar was previously Kmart Tyre & Auto Service. German tyre and technology giant Continental AG acquired the business in November 2018, and the rebrand to mycar was announced in June 2019 and rolled out across the network by around September 2019. The stores, the staff and the workshops largely carried over — only the branding changed. If you are searching for “Kmart Tyre & Auto”, you are now looking for what became mycar.
Today mycar runs over 260 stores nationally with roughly 1,300 staff. Because it is Continental-owned, you will often see Continental and its sister brands featured, but mycar sells across the market — premium, mid-tier and budget — alongside its own house brand, avandra.
How much do tyres cost at mycar?
mycar sits in the mid-market on price: typically dearer than a pure budget outlet, but competitive against the big franchises thanks to its price beat guarantee. Fitted prices vary enormously by tyre size, brand and store, so treat the figures below strictly as a 2026 guide and get a real quote for your car.
| Tyre tier | Typical fitted price each (guide) | Example use |
|---|---|---|
| Budget / house brand (avandra) | $120–$180 | Hatch and small-car commuting |
| Mid-tier (Kumho, Hankook, Falken) | $180–$260 | Family sedans and SUVs |
| Premium (Continental, Michelin, Bridgestone) | $260–$400+ | Performance, EVs, large SUVs |
These figures usually include fitting, balancing, a new valve and disposal — but always confirm. A wheel alignment is normally charged separately.
What is the mycar Tyre Price Beat Guarantee?
mycar’s headline promise is to beat any price on an identical, stocked tyre from any Australian competitor. The important detail is that it compares the fully fitted price — fitting, balancing, valve, disposal, freight and GST — not just the sticker on the tyre. Key conditions, as published for 2026:
- The tyre must be identical (same brand, model and size) and in stock at a competitor within about 30km.
- You need a genuine, current competitor quote.
- It excludes clearance, discontinued, demo, refurbished or previously fitted tyres.
- It is for private buyers, not fleet or trade.
This is why the fitted price matters so much: a rival’s cheap tyre with pricey fitting can end up dearer than mycar’s all-in number, and vice versa.
What deals does mycar run?
mycar cycles through promotions rather than holding one permanent discount. Over 2025–2026, recurring offers have included:
- Percentage-off events — for example 30% off SUV and 4×4 tyres, 30% off Kumho, and large Pirelli sales (20–50% off at various times).
- “20% off selected brands” promotions that typically exclude Continental.
- Credit-card cashback tie-ins (AmEx and NAB offers such as $100–$150 back on qualifying spend).
- Logbook servicing discounts bundled with tyre visits.
Because deals rotate, the best move is to check whether a current promotion beats the price beat guarantee on your specific tyre, then take the cheaper path.
What do mycar’s guarantees actually cover?
Beyond price, mycar backs its work with an Australia-wide guarantee that sits on top of your Australian Consumer Law rights:
| Cover | What it means |
|---|---|
| Lifetime workmanship guarantee | The labour on work performed is guaranteed for life |
| 24,000km / 24-month parts guarantee | New parts supplied and fitted, whichever comes first |
| Lifetime tread guarantee | Pro-rata replacement against manufacturing faults in the tyre |
| Mileage guarantee (selected tyres) | 50,000–80,000km on selected Kumho and avandra tyres, with 2+ tyres and a wheel alignment |
The mileage guarantee usually requires you to keep up rotations and alignment through mycar’s free maintenance program, so keep your paperwork.
mycar vs the other big chains
mycar’s real point of difference is that it is a genuine full-service workshop — tyres, brakes, batteries, logbook servicing — not just a tyre bay. If you want everything under one roof, that is convenient. If you only want the cheapest set of tyres, compare it against Bob Jane T-Marts, Tyrepower, Beaurepaires and JAX Tyres & Auto, and read our Beaurepaires vs mycar comparison. Whatever the sticker, judge tyres on cost per kilometre, and never fit below your car’s placard load and speed ratings.
Bottom line: mycar is a solid, nationwide, full-service option whose price beat guarantee makes it hard to overpay — provided you bring a real competitor quote and compare on the fully fitted price. Confirm current deals and mileage-guarantee conditions in store before you commit.
Frequently asked questions
Is mycar the same as Kmart Tyre & Auto?
Yes. Kmart Tyre & Auto Service was rebranded to mycar in 2019 after Continental acquired the business in 2018. It is the same store network under a new name.
Does mycar price match?
It goes further than matching — its Tyre Price Beat Guarantee promises to beat an identical in-stock competitor’s fully fitted price, subject to conditions such as the tyre being in stock within about 30km and excluding clearance stock.
Does mycar do wheel alignments and servicing?
Yes. mycar is a full-service chain offering wheel alignments, mechanical repairs, batteries and logbook servicing as well as tyres.
What is avandra?
avandra is mycar’s own house-brand tyre. Like other house brands it is a rebadged value tyre that meets Australian Design Rules; some avandra models qualify for the mileage guarantee.
Are the advertised prices the final price?
Ask for the fully fitted, drive-away price including fitting, balancing, valve, disposal and GST. Wheel alignment is usually extra. Prices change, so confirm the current figure for your exact tyre size.
Prices, deals and guarantee terms in this article are a 2026 guide only and change frequently — confirm current pricing and conditions with mycar. Sources: mycar guarantees, mycar company history, ACCC consumer guarantees.
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