Alpha Auto & Tyres is a Christchurch tyre and automotive servicing workshop located at 3 North Parade, Richmond. The business describes itself as a one-stop shop for tyre care and car care, covering everything from new tyre supply and fitting through to wheel balancing, wheel alignment, tyre rotation, puncture repairs, and broader auto servicing and repairs.
The workshop carries leading automotive brands and positions itself on competitive pricing alongside quality workmanship. The team is experienced across all vehicle types and the range of services is designed to cover regular maintenance as well as reactive repairs — whether that's a puncture on the way to work or a scheduled service.
On puncture repairs, Alpha Auto & Tyres follows New Zealand Standard 5423 — the legal requirement for all tyre repairs in NZ. Only tread-area punctures meeting specific criteria are assessed as repairable: the puncture must be within the tread belt (not the sidewall), no larger than 6mm, and the tyre must retain at least 1.6mm of remaining tread depth with no signs of under-inflation or runflat damage. String repairs are not used. This approach reflects an emphasis on safety rather than convenience repairs.
Alpha Auto & Tyres holds MTA (Motor Trade Association) membership, which is a recognised quality indicator in the New Zealand automotive industry.
The workshop is open Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 6:00pm, and is closed on weekends. Bookings can be made online for puncture repairs. Contact the team at [email protected], on 03 365 1070, or mobile 027 736 5107.
Alpha Auto & Tyres is a Christchurch automotive workshop covering the full range of tyre and car care services — from new tyre supply and fitting through to wheel alignments, wheel balancing, tyre rotation, puncture repairs, and general auto servicing and repairs. Located at 3 North Parade in the Richmond suburb, the workshop is an MTA (Motor Trade Association) member and positions itself on competitive pricing alongside quality workmanship.
The business is set up as a single point of contact for most common automotive maintenance needs — the kind of place where you can get new tyres fitted and a wheel alignment done in the same visit, rather than heading to separate specialists.
The tyre service range at Alpha Auto & Tyres covers every stage of tyre care:
**New Tyres** — the workshop supplies and fits new tyres across all vehicle types. Leading automotive brands are stocked.
**Wheel Balancing** — state-of-the-art balancing equipment is used to ensure tyres are correctly balanced for a smooth, comfortable ride and to avoid uneven wear patterns.
**Wheel Alignment** — professional alignment is carried out by the team's technicians to keep steering true and reduce wear on tyres and suspension components.
**Tyre Rotation** — regular rotation across axles promotes even tread wear, extending tyre lifespan and maintaining consistent handling. It also gives the team a chance to visually inspect tyres for early signs of damage or uneven wear.
**Puncture Repairs** — this is handled with a clear safety-first approach. Alpha Auto & Tyres follows New Zealand Standard 5423, the legal requirement for all tyre repairs in NZ. Only tread-area punctures meeting specific criteria are assessed as repairable: the damage must fall within the tread belt (not the sidewall), the puncture must be no larger than 6mm (10mm for truck/bus tyres), and the tyre must retain at least 1.6mm of tread depth with no signs of under-inflation or runflat damage. String repairs are not used under any circumstances. A maximum of three repairs per tyre is permitted, with at least 150mm between each.
Beyond tyres, Alpha Auto & Tyres offers auto servicing and repairs for all vehicle types, stocking leading automotive brands to support this work. The workshop's service range is described as covering all vehicle types, making it a practical choice for everyday passenger cars as well as larger vehicles.
The team can be reached on 03 365 1070, mobile 027 736 5107, or at [email protected]. Online booking is available specifically for puncture repairs via the website's booking calendar. The workshop is open Monday to Friday, 9:00am–6:00pm, and is closed on weekends.