Toe In or Toe Out
How parallel the wheels are to one another when viewed from above. Toe in or toe out causes excessive tyre wear: scrubbed or worn inner or outer edges of the tread.
Tyres fitted, wheels aligned and the largest selection of alloy wheels in Cornwall, at Threemilestone near Truro.
We strive to delight our customers and make sure all work is carried out to the highest possible standards, giving a guarantee on all parts supplied and fitted by our staff for your peace of mind.
- 4.9 on Google from 135 reviews
- Threemilestone Industrial Estate
- Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-12pm
Everything your wheels and tyres need, under one roof
With many happy customers from all over Cornwall you can be sure of a great service and total satisfaction every time. Telephone for our very best price on 01872 264200.
Run by Phil Woolley since 2003.
- TyresPremium, mid-range and budget, fitted with care
- Alloy wheelsAlloy wheel specialists with a showroom on site
- 3D wheel alignmentFull geometry: camber, caster and toe
- ServicingKeep your car in good running order
- BrakesBrake checks and remedial work
- ExhaustsExhausts and catalytic converters
- SuspensionShock absorbers, springs and upgrades
- BatteriesBattery testing and replacement
The alloy wheel showroom
We’re Alloy Wheel Specialists, on hand to answer your questions so you get the best possible experience. We have a vast product knowledge and can help with any part of buying and fitting alloy wheels.
Come and see the largest selection of alloy wheels in Cornwall in our Alloy Wheel Showroom.
- A wide range of locking wheel nuts, to help you protect your investment.
- Specialist advice on the best fit and finish for your vehicle.
- We can advise on and supply a massive range of spigot rings.
- Premium tyre brands to add that finishing touch to your alloy wheels.
Top quality tyres and tyre fitting in Truro
We aim to retain our customers for life, with immense care and time taken changing tyres on your usually expensive alloy wheels, so every tyre change is a perfect one.
Tyres up to 22 inches can be changed by our high specification equipment.
We stock a wide range of leading premium, mid-range and budget car tyre brands including Michelin, Pirelli, Avon, Dunlop, Continental & Goodyear, plus high performance tyres for cars, motorcycles, light commercial and 4x4.
Tyre sizes explained
Your size is on the side wall of your existing tyre, or in your vehicle’s handbook. It looks like this:
- 185
- The width of the tyre at its widest point, in millimetres.
- 65
- The sidewall height as a percentage of the width: here 65% of the width.
- R
- Radial. If there is no letter, it is a cross ply tyre.
- 15
- The diameter of the wheel the tyre fits, in inches (yes, tyre sizes mix metric and imperial).
- 88H
- The load and speed ratings: the number is the load rating and the letter is the speed rating.
The full example reads 185/65R15 88H. Call us with your size for our very best price.
Full Geometry 3D Wheel Alignment
Our state-of-the-art 3D aligner allows adjustment of camber, caster & toe. Poor wheel alignment is one of the premier causes of premature tyre wear, and it’s not only the front wheels that can go out of alignment: rear wheels can be too.
As well as better fuel economy and potentially smoother handling and steering, correct wheel alignment will extend the life of your tyres and help to reduce wear and tear on your car.
How do you know if your wheels are out?
Alignment needs checking by us professionals, but signs include your car pulling to one side when you’re driving, or premature and irregular wear across the width of your tyres.
What knocks it out?
It is remarkably easy: accidentally hitting the kerb, thudding through a large pothole, or regularly travelling on bumpy, uneven and gravelly roads.
Wheel alignment can be measured in 3 ways
Camber
The angle of the wheel against the road, viewed from the front. The right camber keeps your tyres vertical to the road; the wrong one wears the tyre edges early.
Caster
The angle of the steering pivot viewed from the side. It matters for straight line stability and the load on your steering components, so it needs to be balanced and equal on both sides.
We have the latest equipment and highly skilled technicians to inspect and set up your vehicle correctly.
Book alignment: 01872 264200In the workshop
Servicing, brakes, exhausts, suspension and batteries, carried out by qualified technicians at the most competitive prices around.
Servicing
You should ideally service your car every year, as it’s a vital part of keeping it in good running order. A correctly serviced vehicle can actually cut running costs significantly: a dirty and clogged air filter alone can increase your fuel consumption by a hefty 10%.
Brakes
We inspect and advise on your vehicle’s braking performance, so you and your passengers are in the very best hands. If braking efficiency is below what is expected for your car, it can also fail its MOT test.
- If you notice any unusual noises or vibration when braking, or excessive brake pedal travel, get your car checked without delay.
- Brakes wear at different rates with vehicle type, parts and driving style, so checks catch problems early.
Exhausts
We can offer expert local service prices that national companies find hard to match. Our range of high quality exhausts and catalytic converters comes from top manufacturers like Walker, Bosul and Timax.
- We can give your exhaust a visual check completely free of charge.
- For an accurate quote we need to know exactly what model your vehicle is, and we can get that from your registration number. Just pop in or call.
Suspension
Your springs smooth the ride and your shock absorbers dampen it, keeping your tyres as firmly planted as possible. Worn shock absorbers can potentially add up to 2 metres when stopping sharply.
Whilst we can fit original equipment shock absorbers, our staff have immense experience with suspension upgrades. Whether it’s just 15mm lowering kits or coilover kits, tell us what you’re after and we’ll give you professional, friendly advice.
Batteries
On modern vehicles, a battery that starts a car perfectly well one minute can suddenly and without warning let you down when you need it most. Make sure you don’t get caught out.
We can inspect and test your current battery and advise if replacement is required, and our friendly, trained staff will fit a new one at the most competitive prices around.
What our customers say
4.9 on Google from 135 reviews
Phil and his excellent team are simply the best. Very professional service being both quick and efficient. 100% recommendation every time and great value too. I would never go anywhere else. Thank you so much.
Great service and crew. Needed two new tyres and a wheel alignment urgently on a Saturday and was well looked after. Everyone was really friendly and obviously enjoying their work. Definitely recommend. Thanks fellas
Great service from really friendly staff, nothing was too much trouble. Tyres fitted and tracking done, and got some great advice. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend.
Very helpful and friendly, and a good price. They sorted out our two front tyres while we waited.
Outstanding service. His book was chokers full and we was 4 hours from home with a lose front wheel dew to bolts fell out. Changed all 20 bolts. 96 quid bargain as now we dont bave to worry about them falling off super job. All the staff was great. And on the ball.
You’ll never tire of our prices.
Out at the shows
Our Truro Tyre & Alloy Wheel Specialist stand and the TTC Alloy Wheels van, with wheels and tyres on display.
Find us at Threemilestone
Pop in, call or send us your details for a quote.
Address
Unit 35Threemilestone Industrial EstateThreemilestone, TruroCornwall TR4 9LDOpen in Google MapsOpening hours
- Mon
- 9am-5pm
- Tue
- 9am-5pm
- Wed
- 9am-5pm
- Thu
- 9am-5pm
- Fri
- 9am-5pm
- Sat
- 9am-12pm
- Sun
- Closed
Handy for
People who need tyres in Redruth, Camborne, Newquay, Penryn, St Agnes, Helston, St Austell and Threemilestone find our location most convenient.
- Redruth
- Camborne
- Newquay
- Penryn
- St Agnes
- Helston
- St Austell
- Threemilestone
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