Best tyre size for a comfortable Zafira?

I'm considering buying a new Vauxhall Zafira Tourer, 1.4 turbo, petrol, auto, Elite. Fitted as standard (I understand) are 235/45R x 18 tyres. My sole concern is a comfortable ride. With this in mind...

Winter tyres on just two wheels?

I would like to buy two spare steel wheels to fit to the front 2 wheels of my Volkswagen Bora in order to fit winter tyres. Can you advise whether this is safe and legal and suggest a preferred wheel and...

New Meriva SE wheel sizes

My wife's motability vehicle is coming up for change. There are only three cars on the scheme that she can easily get in & out of, Kia Venga, Citroen C3 Picasso & the new Vauxhall Meriva. We have chosen...

Wobbly wheels on a Focus

Three days ago I had two new tyres fitted to my Focus, front passenger was worn to 2mm and rear drivers had sidewall damage. The new tyres were both put on the front axle and the existing two tyres on...

Which wheel size for my C4 Grand Picasso?

I am thinking of getting a new company car - C4 Grand Picasso. Depending on trim level , the supplied wheels are 16" or 17" Does the larger wheel have any effect on ride quality? I have read many times...

What tyres for an Outback

I have an 03 old-type Subaru Outback 3.0. I need new rear tyres (size 215/60/R16). The front wheels have mud and snow tyres and the back has a Dunlop on one side and a Yokohama Geolandar on the other...

Which tyres for a Lexus IS?

I need to renew (or refurbish) the wheels and fit new tyres to my 2002 Lexus IS200. Existing ones are low profile. Would ride and tyre life be improved by fitting different wheels? If so what size?

Winter tyres for an Audi TT?

I have an Audi TT quattro on 245/40 R18 tyres and it is now time to order winter tyres. What size and make of winter tyre would you recommend for my car?

Downsizing wheels for winter on a Prius

My Toyota Prius T Spirit is fitted with 17" wheels. I am having great difficulty locating steel wheels to fit replacement winter tyres. I believe that the T3 and T4 are fitted with 16" wheels and thought...

What tyres for my Volvo V70?

I see that you are often being asked about alternative tyre sizes and makes for comfort, wear or performance. I am actually quite content with the 245/40ZR18 size Goodyear Eagle F1 currently fitted to...