2026 standards manual

TYRE AND RIM ASSOCIATION OF AUSTRALIA

The Tyre & Rim Association of Australia updates and publishes its comprehensive Standards Manual annually, ensuring the latest industry standards and technical data are available.

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The Standards Manual is the “bible” of the industry and is a valuable tool for all those involved with tyres and rims, whether from sales, design or technical disciplines.

A necessary reference tool

The Standards Manual is a necessary reference tool if you are:

Tyre manufacturers
Rim manufacturers
Tyre and Wheel retailers
Vehicle and implement manufacturers
Vehicle Service organisation
Transport Authority
Government Body
Road and Traffic Authority
Fleet operator
Agricultural vehicle and machinery user

Contents of the Standards Manual

Contents of the Standards Manual for passenger, truck/bus, off the road, agricultural, industrial, and motor cycles include:

All current dimensional specifications for standard rims
Recommended tyre to rim combination
General data, load and inflation tables
Valve standards
Inspection standards
Supplementary standards

Revisions to the 2026 Tyre and Rim Assn Standards Manual

2026 TRAA Standards Manual Revisions – What’s New

The 2026 Australian Standards Manual from the Tyre & Rim Association of Australia (TRAA) is now available in hard copy and online.

Updated annually, the Manual incorporates the latest global technical data for tyres, rims and valves, ensuring Australian industry professionals have access to current specifications and internationally recognised standards.

Key 2026 Updates

  • Passenger Tyres Growth continues across multiple segments
  • Radial Light Truck
  • Metric Radial truck
  • Agricultural Tyres (Metric Radial Ply)
  • Industrial Applications
  • Motorcycle Segment

See a detailed breakdown of the key updates here.

Globally Recognised Technical Sources, Locally Applied

The 2026 updates are derived from internationally recognised authorities including:

  • Tire & Rim Association Inc. (USA)
  • European Tyre & Rim Technical Organisation

These organisations represent the world’s premier technical bodies. Their data ensures the TRAA Manual remains aligned with the world’s leading technical standards while serving Australian regulatory and industry requirements.

Why the TRAA Standards Manual Matters

Considered the definitive technical reference for the Australian tyre and rim industry, the TRAA Standards Manual is the essential technical resource to support:

  • Tyre and rim sales professionals
  • Tyre and rim manufacturers
  • Automotive engineers and designers
  • Technical and compliance specialists
  • Government and regulatory authorities

If your business relies on accurate specifications, correct rim compatibility data and compliant load ratings, the 2026 edition is an essential update.

PLEASE NOTE THAT OVERSEAS ORDERS ARE BY ARRANGEMENT, AND WILL INCLUDE THE APPLICABLE POSTAGE TO THE COUNTRY OF DESTINATION.

Passenger Vehicle tyre and rim selections
Agriculture equipment tyre and rim
Truck and bus tyre and rim selection
Earthmoving Equipment Tyre and Rim
Motor Cycle Tyre and Rim selection
Industrial Equipment Tyre and Rim selection
Valves to suit most tyre / rim combinations

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