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I have had three tyres failing MOT test due to cuts to the chord, They had done 2,0000 miles and are fitted on a Volvo V40. I have never had this happen before, is it due to the potholes which I try...
My 2017 VW Golf GTE has 225/40-18 tyres which will soon need replacing. The Michelin Cross Climates are attractive and often recommended by you. However, the runflat version (Zero Pressure) only seems...
If the smaller of the two numbers on a tyre relates to height will remaining on the same size wheel with taller tyre not affect speedo readings?
Can I change my wheels to 18-inch from 19-inch on my Volvo XC40 T5? I have had two different opinions from Volvo dealers. I find the ride hard on 19-inch Continentals.
Heeding your advice to use all-weather tyres, what’s the best for my 2021 Skoda Karoq?
The standard tyres on a VW UP GTI are 195/40 R17’s. The choice of tyre options in this size is limited and the tyres themselves do not help the ride. What are the options and implications of moving to...
I have a 2019 (current model) Citroen Berlingo XTR Flair Auto diesel 130, which suits me well with one exception - road noise. It has newish Michelin 205/55 16" tyres, chosen for a good 'outside the car'...
What is the recommended life span of tyres?
We have a 67 plate S-MAX and both the front and rear tyres (245/45 R19) will need replacing soon. I like the look of the Hankook iON evo with it's A ratings and 69dB noise, but I'm unsure whether their...
My wife's 2014 Mercedes C-Class Estate has non-runflats from factory (225/17/50). I would like to fit Michelin Crossclimate + ZP runflats, starting with 2 rear wheels then two fronts. Can I retro-fit...