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My new 2004 Mondeo Estate (2Ltr Petrol) was supplied fitted with Continental Premium Contact 205/55/16 tyres. These lasted on the front for an acceptable 21000 miles with the rears following on a few K...
I would like to swap my 205 45 16 winter tyres from my Fabia VRS to another car. Any ideas which cars are suitable for a swap?
I would like to know what the standard tyre sizes are that where fitted to a Volkswagen Golf 1.6FSI 2006 (55 plate) - 225/40/18 on there?
A large stone has damaged one of my diamond faced alloy wheels on the diamond facing and I wanted to know if you could suggest any recommended repairers as I understand that this is a specialist job, rather...
A few weeks ago you recommended ‘Event Tyres’ to one of your readers. I too needed two, possibly four replacement tyres and decided to take your advice, Event Tyres were very efficient, notifying me exactly...
I served in Germany, in the army, where winter tyres are the law in the winter. However, if you lived in hilly areas that were snow covered you used studded tyres or snow chains. A lot of British drivers...
My V70 Volvo Estate 2WD with the 2.4-litre diesel engine has been very good for comfort, speed when required and carrying my golf gear. I now require 4WD as I attend regular point-to-point race meetings,...
Running a Freelander 2011 model - it has Pirelli Scorpion tyres - 235-60-18 - and need to change them. The car is used every day approximately 18,000 miles per year, with 99.999% on road. What are your...
I have just ordered a new Discovery 4 HSE and specified the 20in wheels as a "cost" option. I still have time to change my spec. In your opinion would I better off sticking with the standard 19in wheels?...
I recently traded my 2005 Ford Focus 1.6 TDCi titanium in for a VW Golf 6 2.0 TDI GT. The car is a 3 door fitted with the optional 225 40 R18 wheels, it was a late 21st birthday present to myself. The...