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My son has a 2008 Ford Focus with Goodyear Efficient Grip tyres on both front wheels. Whilst cleaning the wheels the other day, he noticed that the outer edge grooves of the front driver's side tyre ended...
I have a Toyota RAV4 estate 2002. I wish to purchase 4 winter tyres and would like to know if there is a make you can recommend. The tyre size is 215/70R 16. I am obviously looking for good performance...
I'm finding it increasingly difficult locating tyres for my classic 1961 Mercedes 190SL. I'm currently using 185-80R13 with a 1-inch white wall (which I think looks very smart). Many owners of these cars...
I have been offered 4 steel wheels, 16inch diameter, from a 2004 Touran that I want to use for new Winter tyres. My car is a 2007 1.6 FSI Touran. Are these compatible? Price £70.
We currently have low profile run flat tyres - front 215/40 rear 245/35. We find the ride most uncomfortable on the worst county roads in the midlands as recently stated by the BBC. I am nearing to change...
Can you suggest new tyres for my Scirroco 2.0 TSI which is on 235/40 R18 Dunlop Sport?
I have a 2006 petrol CR-V which I am experiencing wheel vibration between 50-60mph. I have had the wheels balanced and the tracking checked which has helped but I can still feel the vehicle vibrate between...
I wish to change my tyres for a deeper profile. It currently has 215/45 R17W and I wish to improve the comfort and protect the rims better from kerb damage. Can I fit a deeper profile such as 50 or 55? Will...
When I took my VW Golf for its service today I was asked if I wanted to have the tyres filled with nitrogen at a cost of £5.99 for four. The alleged benefits were 1. Safer motoring (better road holding...
Hi, The all terrain pack has mud/snow tyres on steel wheels for all year round driving. The dealer says handling, ride, noise, fuel consumption and wear are all unaffected. Do you think its a good safety...