Can we mix all-weather and summer tyres on my wife's Tiguan?
The front Goodyear Eagle Summer tyres on my wife's Tiguan are due to be replaced, but the rear tyres still have 4mm tread. Given the recent winters, we have had I wondered if it would be advisable to switch to all-weather tyres? If so, is it safe to replace just the front tyres and have a mix of all-weather and summer tyres, until the back tyres also need replacing?
Asked on 28 January 2012 by NE, Moreton in Marsh
Answered by
Honest John
No. The car will be uncontrollable and will crash. Watch this video: www.tyrereviews.co.uk/Article/Video-Can-you-fit-ju...m (TinyURL: tinyurl.com/7htb9p2)
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