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The low profile tyres on our BMW 530d xDrive are easily damaged by potholes, as are the alloy rims. Is there a safe alternative?
I recently exchanged my 2019 Mazda CX-3 Sports Nav for a new Mazda CX-30 SkyactiveX. I retained the full size 18” spare wheel from the CX-3 fitted with a 215/50R18 tyre. It fits the studs and fits into...
What are the best tyres for a comfortable ride on a Volvo XC40 hybrid?
I own a Kia soul with 18" wheels and the tyres I have at the moment our very flat from road to rim if that makes sense? Can you suggest a cheap tyre type for my car that's bigger in height from road to...
I have a 2015 VW Tiguan 2.0 TDI 4 motion Sport. I find the ride quite hard and as I am about to replace all tyres what could you recommend as a reasonable priced tyre that would give me a softer quieter...
I have recently purchased an Audi A7 on 20-inch wheels. If I replace the wheels for 18-inch wheels would I achieve a greater level of comfort? Would you recommend run flat tires on 18-inch wheels?
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.
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...
My 2016 Fiesta has alloy wheels and there are two different recommended tyre sizes- 195/45/16 and 195/50/16. I currently have 4 x 195/45/16's on the car. Which size tyre should I be using and does it make...
 

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