Winter tyres - which are best for the C-Class?

I shall be taking delivery of a new Mercedes-Benz C-Class 200 Sport next month and want to get winter tyres fitted, as it is a rear-wheel drive car. What tyres would you recommend and what price should...

Which winter tyres should I get for my Fiesta?

I have just sold my old Ford Fiesta Zetec Michelin Alpin winter tyres as they were 195/50/R15 and my new Titanium X Ecoboost 125 has 95/50/R16. I wanted the new Alpin 5 but they don't seem to make them...

What's the best all-weather tyre for the Mitsubishi Outlander?

I'm looking for a decent all weather tyre for my wife's 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. The Goodyear Eagle LS2 seems popular in the US and I believe carries the M + S marker, but I can't find much opinion on...

Are rear-wheel drive cars rubbish in the winter?

We're looking at buying a newish (2-3yr old) sporty car and we've been looking at BMW 1 Series, specifically the 116 or 118. All good so far however given that BMWs are all rear wheel drive my wife is...

Best winter tyres for Audi A6 Avant?

I bought a set of spare wheels and fitted them with winter tyres. My local tyre shop suggested Yokohama W - Drive 225/50 R17 winter tyres for my Audi A6 Avant. As expected, I have been delighted with the...

BMW 5 Series - should I fit non-runflats?

I have a 2010 BMW 520SE and I've been told that I have to have fit runflat winter tyres. My son has a similar car but he has fitted ordinary winter tyres. Which is the correct option?

Buying a new BMW X3 - petrol or diesel?

I'm considering buying a used BMW X3 and running it with winter tyres during winter. I've seen some petrol versions available at reasonable prices compared to diesel. I will do mostly 15,000 miles this...

Winter tyres for Auris Hybrid Touring Sports

I have 225/45/ R17 91W Tyres on my Auris Touring Sports Hybrid. I am considering getting winter tyres for this and would probably like a second set of wheels for ease. Do I have to stick to R17 wheels...

Winter tyres - which size?

I have a Ford Fiesta with 195/50/R16 tyres. The full size spare is 175/65/R14. This will be a long term ownership, so I am happy if it is necessary to purchase a set of wheels for my winter tyres. If...

Best car for trips to Switzerland?

I am looking to buy a car for approx £4000. As a snowboard instructor I will be driving to Switzerland in October for 7-8 months then returning to the UK. While in the UKI will be doing mostly town driving...