Can I use a wheel size of 185/60 R14 on my car?

I am thinking of changing my steel wheels for alloys and have found some at a good price. My current wheel size is 185/65 R14, but the ones I have found are 185/60 R14, will these be OK to use?

Mercedes-Benz A170 T-Reg: Should i buy this type of car?

Should I buy this type of car?

Misfiring, smoking E46 BMW 320i

My E46 started with a misfire then loss of power, uneven idle, white smoke and later it flooded cylinder 4 with fuel, disabling the spark plug and allowing raw fuel to flow into the exhaust system. I thought...

Why doesn't your column promote keeping older vehicles on the road?

I have been reading your letters page for many years, but have become increasingly frustrated by your toleration of the view that 'older' cars should be disposed of. Might I remind you that not all of...

Keep or renew our Auris?

My Camry 3ltr is 18 years old, has done 99,000 miles and never let me down. Repairs have been minimal and due to fair wear and tear, like radiator, gaiters, gaskets etc. I'd like to keep it forever! My...

Servicing away from the dealer - bad idea?

I have a 2006 Mondeo diesel with 112,000 miles. It's always been main dealer serviced. What difference to the value of the car would it make if a one-man operation services it but uses all the correct...

Power cuts when I turn the key on my 206

I have a Peugeot 206 HDi. When I insert my key and turn the ignition on all power is cut off from the battery; car goes completely dead. This happens when the key hits position three. You can hear the...

Do I have to pay for this?

My Vauxhall Omega went in for full service (80,000 miles) plus timing belt change, ignition plugs and brake fluid change. I requested that if additional work was required I would be phoned. A rear spring...

Overreving old Focus

I have a W reg 1.8 Ghia which has suddenly started overrevving - to 4,500 rpm. It is intermittent but getting worse and therefore no engine braking is available. I have disconnected battery to reset...

Should I keep my ageing Primera?

I own a Nissan Primera, 2004 registration, 2.0 manual petrol hatchback. It has done 140K since I bought it in 2005. So far it is doing fine with a few things needed to be replaced. What are your thoughts...