Free Tyre Disposal: Your Guide to Hassle-Free Tyre Disposal!

Until recently, disposing of old tyres in New Zealand, was a hassle because tyre fitters charged you, transfer stations charged you, and even storing too many tyres on your property could result in penalties. Fortunately, things have changed. Thanks to new regulations introduced in 2024, it's now easier than ever to get rid of those old tyres sitting in your garage, boot, or backyard, making tyre disposal more accessible and eco-friendly.

New 2024 Regulations Make Tyre Disposal Easier

As of March 2024, new laws have taken effect under the Tyrewise initiative, New Zealand’s first regulated tyre stewardship scheme. This scheme ensures that end-of-life tyres are managed in an environmentally friendly way, and it provides convenient options for disposing of old tyres. Now, you can benefit from free disposal services when buying new tyres or making use of registered collection sites without incurring extra costs.

Free Old Tyre Disposal with New Tyre Fitting

When buying new tyres, it’s now common practice to leave your old ones with the tyre fitter. Previously, this incurred a disposal fee of around $8 per tyre. However, under the new Tyrewise scheme, when you buy new tyres, a Tyre Stewardship Fee (currently $6.65 + GST per standard passenger tyre) is included in the price.

From September 1, 2024, registered tyre fitters and retailers will no longer be able to charge you extra for disposing of your old tyres—it’s already covered by the stewardship fee. This means that when you get new tyres fitted, you can leave the old ones behind without any additional charges.

Free Collection of Up to 5 Old Tyres

Starting from September 1, 2024, if you have a few old tyres cluttering up your space and don’t plan on getting new ones fitted, you can take them to a registered tyre collection site. These sites will allow you to drop off up to five tyres per visit for free.

Collection sites are still being added to, and the public list is expected to grow. Keep an eye out for the announcement of sites in your local area as sites get added.

Paid Hauling Services for Large Quantities

If you’ve accumulated a large number of tyres, it can be overwhelming to manage their disposal. For those with bulk quantities (for example., 50 tyres or more), enlisting a removal service through Ezy Peazy may be the most efficient solution. Although this option comes with a cost, it saves you the hassle of transporting tyres yourself.

A tasker hired via Ezy Peazy can collect the tyres, arrange temporary storage, and transport them to the registered collection site. Whether they choose to stagger the trips over several days or manage it all in one go, you'll cover their time, fuel, and labour, ensuring a swift and stress-free solution.

Post Your Tyre Disposal Task on Ezy Peazy

It only takes a few clicks for you to post your tyre removal and disposal task requirements on Ezy Peazy. All you need to do is post your tyre removal task with your location, budget, and preferred time and then wait for the offers to roll in. Select your preferred tasker for the job and they will sort the rest. It’s that easy with Ezy Peazy!

FAQs

What happens to end-of-life tyres?

In Aotearoa New Zealand, various companies and organisations use old tyres for various purposes. These include playground matting, sports grounds, arena dressing, and cement production, where they serve as fuel and as an ingredient. Ongoing research and testing are uncovering promising uses for end-of-life tyres, like using their rubber in road construction (a method used a lot overseas) and integrating rubber into residential foundations to enhance earthquake resilience.

How do I find the nearest registered collection site for tyre disposal?

A list of public collection sites is available on the Tyrewise website, as are registered partners.

Are there any requirements for preparing tyres for disposal at registered collection sites?

End-of-life tyres must be thoroughly cleaned of debris and dirt inside and out before being collected for processing. If a tyre isn’t clean, registered public collection sites aren’t obligated to accept them. You will be asked to make sure your tyres are clean before they can be accepted for disposal.

Can tyres with rims be disposed of for free, or are there additional charges for rim removal?

The rules about accepting tyres with rims vary between collection sites. Some sites may accept them for free, while others may charge a fee or even offer payment for the metal. We advise you to check with the specific site before you bring tyres with rims to them for disposal.

Conclusion

The tyre disposal landscape is evolving fast, which offers increasing convenience and cost savings for consumers. The emergence of free tyre removal options means the disposal of old tyres is now more accessible than ever before. The key step is to find the authorised collection centre closest to you, whether it’s a public collection site or a registered partner, like a tyre fitter. Whether you’d like to take advantage of free disposal with new tyre fitting, use the free drop-off option of up to five tyres at registered sites, or opt for paid removal services via Ezy Peazy, there are some great ways to get rid of your old tyres without the hassle, or worry that you’re damaging our environment.

Option 1: Free Old Tyre Disposal with New Tire Fitting

Option 2: Free Disposal of Up to 5 Old Tyres

Option 3: Paid Hauling Services via Ezy Peazy

By considering these options, you can efficiently and responsibly take care of the disposal of your old tyres. You’ll cut out the hassle and eliminate the costs while doing your bit for the environment!