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5 Best Tire Shops in Johannesburg (2026)

Ranked by real Google ratings and review volume · How we chose

Talise Sterling
By Talise Sterling, Goods and Shopping · ✓ Updated · 7 min read

We compared 20 tire shops in Johannesburg on Google Maps · 5 listed · How we rank

A flat tyre in Johannesburg doesn't wait for a convenient moment, and neither does the search for someone trustworthy to fix it. The tire shops here have racked up more than 2,800 Google reviews combined, and the ratings run from 4.2 up to 4.7, a wider spread than you'd guess from shops all doing roughly the same job. That gap usually comes down to more than the tyre itself, it's how fast the job gets done and whether the person behind the counter actually explains what you're paying for.

Short answer: Supa Quick Tyre Experts Selby tops the list with a 4.7 rating across more than 1,250 reviews, the strongest combination of score and volume here. Evolution Wheel and Tyre, rated 4.5 on nearly a thousand reviews, and BestDrive Braamfontein, at 4.6, are close behind. Most shops here also handle brakes, batteries, and wheel alignment, not just tyres.
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Johannesburg Tire Shops, Ranked

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Supa Quick Tyre Experts Selby 4.7 ★ 1,262 Overall pick / full auto services View ›
2 EVOLUTION WHEEL AND TYRE location km 4.5 ★ 1,088 Online ordering and nationwide delivery View ›
3 Tyremart Braamfontein 4.2 ★ 315 Convenience and pickup service View ›
4 BestDrive Braamfontein 4.6 ★ 156 Multi-brand premium tyres View ›
5 Jeppe Tyre Retreaders Cc 4.4 ★ 176 Rare sizes and retreads View ›
5 Best Tire Shops in Johannesburg (2026)

A closer look at each shop

Supa Quick Tyre Experts Selby logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Supa Quick Tyre Experts Selby

4.71,262 Google reviews

Supa Quick Tyre Experts Selby is a branch of the national Supa Quick chain, handling tyres, brakes, batteries, mufflers, and wheel alignment out of its location in Selby, Johannesburg. It's part of a network of fitment centres across the country, giving it the backing and stock access of a larger chain while still running as a local shop day to day.

What people praise

  • Manager Nadeem singled out by multiple reviewers for professionalism and going out of his way to help
  • Reviewers describe fast, efficient battery installation, including one same-day emergency swap
  • Staff described as friendly and willing to quote for future work, not just the job at hand
Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume1,262 · 100th
Confidencevery high
Recency2 days ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown80% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The highest rating and the most reviews on this page make it the clear default, and the reviews back up the number with specific, repeated praise for the same staff members.

4 Trump St, Selby South, Johannesburg, 2001

EVOLUTION WHEEL AND TYRE location km logo
#2🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

EVOLUTION WHEEL AND TYRE location km

4.51,088 Google reviews

Evolution Wheel and Tyre operates as an online tyre shop and, according to its own site, the largest tyre fitment centre in Johannesburg, selling mag wheels, tyres, car batteries, and car audio out of Booysens. Beyond fitment, the company offers wheel alignment, balancing, brake pad and shocks fitment, aircon regas, and towbar installation, and ships orders nationwide.

What people praise

  • Fast nationwide delivery repeatedly praised, with one customer receiving a full order in three to four days
  • Staff credited for helping customers find better-quality alternatives when the original item was out of stock
  • In-store fitment experience described as comfortable, with a viewing area and coffee while you wait
Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg
Rating4.5 / 5
Review volume1,088 · 95th
Confidencehigh
Recency2 days ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown75% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Nearly a thousand reviews at a 4.5 rating, with the online-plus-fitment model giving it an edge if you already know what tyre size you need and just want it delivered or installed fast.

85 Booysens Rd, Booysens, Johannesburg, 2091

Tyremart Braamfontein logo
#3🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Tyremart Braamfontein

4.2315 Google reviews

Tyremart Braamfontein is a branch of the Tyremart network, offering tyres, brakes, wheel alignment, shocks, run-flat repair, and towbar fitment from its De Korte Street location. The shop offers a car pickup and delivery service for customers who can't wait on-site, according to reviews.

What people praise

  • Pickup and delivery for repairs praised by a customer with a demanding work schedule
  • One reviewer described being treated with patience despite having little vehicle knowledge
  • Staff at this branch specifically credited with sorting out multiple issues on a single visit

Worth knowing

  • Two reviewers described long waits and unresolved issues after their car was returned, so confirm turnaround time before dropping off
Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg
Rating4.2 / 5
Review volume315 · 90th
Confidencemoderate
Recency5 days ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown59% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A 4.2 rating across more than 310 reviews puts it mid-pack. The pickup and delivery option is a real convenience, but the mixed reviews on communication mean it's worth confirming timelines up front.

De Korte St, Braamfontein, Johannesburg, 2017

BestDrive Braamfontein logo
#4🕑 Open 6 days/wk

BestDrive Braamfontein

4.6156 Google reviews

BestDrive Braamfontein has been independently owned by Mr Desai for six years, offering tyre fitment, wheel alignment, batteries, brakes, and suspension repairs from its Vrededorp location. The shop stocks multiple major tyre brands, including Continental, Bridgestone, Michelin, and Pirelli, and serves surrounding neighborhoods including Auckland Park, Melville, and Houghton.

What people praise

  • Owner Mohammed personally credited with sourcing a hard-to-find tyre for a customer at a competitive price
  • Waiting area described as clean, with self-service refreshments and a separate women's restroom
  • Sales staff praised for offering options with references from past customers before a purchase
Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg
Rating4.6 / 5
Review volume156 · 80th
Confidencemoderate
Recency4 days ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown81% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The second-highest rating on this page at 4.6, though on a smaller review base than the top two. The brand selection and six years of independent ownership suggest a shop that's built a loyal local following.

Shop 6, Smit St, Vrededorp, Johannesburg, 2141

Jeppe Tyre Retreaders Cc logo
#5🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Jeppe Tyre Retreaders Cc

4.4176 Google reviews

Jeppe Tyre Retreaders Cc is a tyre shop in Jeppestown specializing in tyre retreading and, according to reviews, unique stock and sizes that other shops don't always carry. It's a smaller, longer-standing operation compared to the chain-affiliated shops on this list, with some reviews going back years.

What people praise

  • Owner Roy specifically praised for fair pricing on hard-to-find tyre sizes
  • Puncture repairs handled quickly, according to one reviewer who didn't wait long
  • Staff described as hardworking and friendly across multiple years of reviews

Worth knowing

  • One recent reviewer described unreturned calls and confusion over a stock check, so confirm availability by phone before making the trip
Reputation scorecardrank in Johannesburg
Rating4.4 / 5
Review volume176 · 85th
Confidencemoderate
Recencyyesterday
Info completenessphone · hours
Rating breakdown64% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: One of the smaller review bases on this page, and the most recent complaint stands out against an otherwise long, consistent history of positive feedback. Worth a call ahead if you're chasing a specific size.

47 Jules St, Jeppestown, Johannesburg, 2094

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How we rank these shops

Rating is the live average pulled from Google. Review volume tracks how many customers actually left feedback, compared against other tyre shops in the area. Confidence weighs the rating against that volume, since a high score on a handful of reviews carries less weight than one built on hundreds. Recency checks how current the feedback is. None of these numbers can be bought or changed by a business.

What does tyre service cost in Johannesburg? (2026)

Tyre and fitment pricing in Johannesburg depends heavily on brand, size, and whether you need a full replacement or a repair, so a single number wouldn’t reflect what you’d actually pay. Several shops here mentioned quote-based pricing and discounts for online bookings, so it’s worth getting a quote from more than one before committing.

Serving Johannesburg’s inner suburbs and beyond

These shops cover Selby, Booysens, Braamfontein, Vrededorp, and Jeppestown, all close to the Johannesburg city centre and easily reached from Melville, Auckland Park, and Houghton. If you’re searching for a tyre shop near me anywhere in the inner city, all of them are within a short drive of each other.

What to ask a tyre shop before you book

  • Do you have my tyre size in stock, or will it need to be ordered in?
  • Is wheel alignment included or priced separately from fitment?
  • What’s your turnaround time for a repair versus a full replacement?
  • Is there a warranty on the tyres or the fitment work?
  • Do you offer pickup and delivery if I can’t wait on-site?
  • Can I get a written quote before you start the work?

Frequently asked questions

Do these shops do more than tyres?

Most of the shops on this page also handle brakes, batteries, wheel alignment, and shocks. Check the individual listing for exact services.

Can I get tyres delivered instead of visiting a shop?

Evolution Wheel and Tyre offers nationwide delivery according to its site and reviews. Others on this list are fitment-focused and expect an in-person visit.

Is it worth going to a smaller, independent tyre shop?

Independent shops like Jeppe Tyre Retreaders and BestDrive Braamfontein can be worth it for rare sizes or personalized service, based on reviews, though it’s worth calling ahead to confirm stock.

The bottom line

Supa Quick Tyre Experts Selby is the safest first call, with the strongest rating and the deepest review history on this page. If you’re ordering online or want delivery, Evolution Wheel and Tyre is worth a look instead. Either way, get a written quote before the work starts.

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