Can I fit different wheels and tyres to my Honda Civic 2.2 to improve the ride comfort?

I have Honda Civic 2.2 and it is getting near the time for new tyres. The wheels I have fitted at the moment are 18-inch with low profile tyres, and with the roads as they are, are rattling my old bones. Your suggestion for the make of new tyres to smooth the ride would be greatly appreciated.

Asked on 6 February 2012 by GC, Northampton

Answered by Honest John

Ditch the 18-inch wheels and buy a set of standard 16-inch wheels, and fit with 205/55 R16 Toyo J48s, Michelin Primacy 3 or Goodyear Excellence.

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