Excessive road noise and hard suspension on my Polo 1.4SE - will new tyres solve this problem?

Two months ago I bought a used Volkswagen Polo 1.4SE from a VE dealer. The safety checklist prior to sale showed the car to be fault-free and the car is well appointed and looks pretty, but the ride is...

Changing tyre size

I would like to know if it is feasable to fit a different size tyre to my 2010 Skoda Octavia VRS (petrol) as the current tyre size (225/40 R18 92Y) is uncomfortable and noisy on roads other than motorway...

Wheel alignment on a used 4x4

I am thinking of buying a 2000 Mitsubishi Shogun on a private sale, it is in good condition with 86k and service history. The current MoT has an advisory due to all four tyres beginning to wear on the...

Consequences of fitting smaller wheels to 180hp Focus

I am planning to change my Mondeo Diesel for the Focus 1.6 petrol 180 bhp. It seems to come with large wheels. I'm no more of a fan than you of large wheels and low profile tyres. Can this car be ordered...

Thanks for endorsing Event Tyres, which I used to supply tyres for my motorhome.

I recently needed to replace all four tyres on my motorhome, so I researched the web and found what looked like a good price on the Event Tyres site. As they had received an Honest John award, I felt confident...

Changing wheels on a Fiesta

I have a 03 Fiesta with 195/45/R16 low profile tyres. The front wheels are distorted and the tyres loose air. I have bought 4 replacement alloys and want to fit normal same size tyres. Can I fit new normal...

Proper spare wheels - is there a list of cars with them?

I'm looking for a recent (or maybe new) car, up to 3 years old, in the Golf/Passat size range. I must have a real spare wheel. Is there a list somewhere that I can access, please?

Sourcing a spare for a Corsa

Please advise where I might safely obtain a spare wheel for a 61 (November 2011) Vauxhall Corsa Auto 1.4. Have tried phoning Vauxhall direct - who could not help. The car has the space for a spare wheel...

Replacing tyres like for like?

My garage have warned me that the tyres on my 2010 plate VW Sharan SE (New style) are approaching the minimum tread depth. The tyres currently fitted are Continental "Conti-Seal" tyres - not run flats,...

TYRE OPTIONS

My wife has a new Mini Cooper SD Auto on the 17" Split Rims, 205/45/17, non run flat tyres and the ride is harsh and choppy. If I change to 205/55/16 tyres will there be any appreciable improvement in...