We're big on 3 things around here: transparency, trust, and bringing back the art of service with a smile. Because it's not just about offering a premium service & product range - it's the lasting connections we build with everyone who walks through our doors that really sets us apart.
Our team of tyre experts will work closely with you to minimise costs & downtime, while maximising safety & efficiency.
It’s not just commercial fleets we look after, we have agricultural customers, as well passenger and trade vehicle fleets. And of course we can do your car, 4WD, van, trailer, motorhome and even your wheelbarrow.
We meant what we said before: if it’s got a tyre, we can help!
Here's everything you need to know about arriving & parking at Carter's HQ.
(Our coffee while you wait or refill on the run offer doesn't seem to go down too badly either.)
Come in and see for yourself »Our philosophy is simple — hire a team of diverse, passionate people and foster a culture that empowers them to do their best work.
Chief Tread Officer
Dean’s love affair with tyres kicked off the moment he left school, and he hasn’t looked back since. With over 42 years of experience under his belt, Dean is a tyre guru, always ready to share his vast knowledge and deliver top-notch customer service.
His workplace yarns, often starting with "Back in my day...," are a mix of fun and humour that never fail to entertain and inspire. He has a real passion for the tyre industry and values the friendships and connections he has made along the way.
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Kelly-Anne's focus is on people, systems and customer experience, supporting the team while ensuring the business remains safe, compliant and well connected. She takes pride in being an owner of this rural business with strong Southland roots and a forward looking approach.
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Right hand man & Mag Wheel Expert
Curly joined our team when he left school. His journey began looking after the Fonterra fleet of trucks at Edendale. Over the years, his dedication and expertise have seen him work his way up to our right-hand man. While he still takes charge of the West Otago fleet run, Curly is primarily based on-site, helping out front and in the workshop. He is the man to see if you need a flash set of mags.
Health & Safety Co-ordinator and Admin
Mary-anne is our health and safety coordinator and admin superstar. She is the friendly voice you hear when you call, always ready to assist. Mary-anne's excellent organisational skills have been crucial in achieving our gold Sitewise accreditation, ensuring our workplace is safe and compliant.
Wheel Alignment & Fleet Service
Cullum is the clever guy behind the camera that takes some great photos out on jobs for our marketing.
He is no stranger to tyres, having worked in Carters Tyre Service stores in both Mount Maunganui and Timaru. He loves get out and about doing all tyres agricultural. When he's not doing that you'll find him on in the Wheel Alignment bay in the workshop.
Workshop Tyre Technician
Shaun is the friendly face you might meet when dropping off tyres for repair.
Based at our workshop, his exceptional memory for farm and customer names is very handy.
Fleet Serviceman
Sam is a key member of our fleet team, looking after our Southern clients on his weekly run.
He also is one of the friendly faces to assist customers after hours if they have a tyre emergency.
Wheel Alignment & Fleet Service
Saxton is based at our workshop doing wheel alignments as well as other tyre work.
He is also a part of our fleet team that is ready to help customers when a tyre emergency happens out on the road.
Fleet Serviceman
Rob is our Northern Southland Fleet serviceman.
He works from his truck two days a week servicing transports and agricultural customers. On the other days you will find him at our workshop ready for the next fleet job.
He loves keeping a clean truck, winning the Gore Truck Show's best Isuzu three years in a row.
Fonterra Fleet Service
Jerm brings nearly thirty years of experience and skill in tyres.
Based at Fonterra Edendale, he is a familiar sight to drivers making sure the fleet is running smoothly.
Our values guide how we work, how we look after one another and how we treat every customer. They help us provide safe, honest service while continuing to learn, improve and enjoy what we do.
There's nothing more important than the safety of our crew & customers, which is why we worked hard to gain a collective gold certification in health and safety.
Mon - Fri: 7.30am - 5pm
Sat: 9am - 12pm
