Tyreplus is an independent network of tyre retail stores that was established in 2002. It is currently present in Australia, China, Thailand, Russia, India, Taiwan and Mexico.
Now the brand has arrived in New Zealand with the September opening of two Tyreplus stores in Hamilton.
Tyreplus retail stores will offer Michelin and BFGoodrich tyres as part of a complete range of tyre products in addition to tyre repairs, wheel balancing and wheel alignment.
In a first for the brand, Tyreplus in New Zealand will partner with Pedders Suspension, one of the market leaders in Australia.
Offering a comprehensive range of products for all suspension, braking, load carrying and steering needs to suit passenger cars, four-wheel drives, light commercial and performance vehicles, this partnership will offer a complete tyre and suspension service.
The New Zealand Tyreplus network will be supported by Michelin’s New Zealand distributor, Tyreline Distributors Ltd.
“The launch of Tyreplus will offer consumers quality products that they can trust and be provided products and services that benefit the customer long after the purchase,” says Tyreline Distributors managing director Grant Rushbrooke said.
“Customers will also be offered the information and services to get the best out of their tyres and know how tyres can affect their safety on our roads.”
Although New Zealanders are passionate about their vehicles there is still a lack of knowledge and education of the importance of tyres and how they can keep us safe on the road.
According to Rushbrooke, Michelin has always emphasised the importance of investing in research and development that enable them to produce tyres that offer benefits to the customer such as fuel efficiency and longevity as well as helping to reduce the impact we have on the environment. 
“Michelin’s partnership with Tyreplus exemplifies their shared values and our commitment to provide consumers with quality and convenient solutions to meet the challenging demand of their vehicles,” he says.
Alvin and Jessica Cobb, owners of the two Hamilton Tyreplus stores, say they are privileged to have the opportunity to be the first to launch a Tyreplus store in New Zealand.
“The brand is recognised worldwide as providing excellent technical expertise and customer service thanks to Michelin’s reputation in the tyre industry, says Alvin Cobb
In addition to the Hamilton stores Tyreplus will be opening in other centres across New Zealand in the near future.