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At the moment there seems to be a campaign by the motor trade to inform drivers about the benefits of fitting winter tyres. My question is: if they are so much better than normal tyres, even in dry...
I wonder if the "Grip Control" on cars like the Peueot 3008 replaces the requirement to use snow tyres in countries that require them, such as Switzerland and Germany?
I've read your article on winter tyres in which you specifically state that ALL tyres need to be changed for winter use, not just the drive wheels. Is this also the case for the Bridgestone A001 all weather...
I have a MINI Countryman D All4, I'm going to drive it to the Alps for skiing and am having difficulty finding winter tyres or chains that fit - it has size 205/55/R17 on at present, any ideas? Should...
My 102,000 mile vRS has run its entire life on 205/45/R16 tyres - these are usually rated 83W (all year round use). I am struggling to find identically specified Winter/Snow Tyres. A number of internet...
I picked up my used car, a 57 plate X5. It had a steering issue which pulled it to the left. On taking it back to the dealership I was told it was fine. I pointed out that front nearside tyre on the...
Can I use 205/55 R16 winter tyres on 16" rims in place of current set up - 225/40 R18 tyres on 18" alloys?
I don't do much winter driving around the home counties, and my service place says that they are not necessary. However, is it worth spending £900 on winter tyres for a Volvo S80, it has 225/50/17 fitment...
I have taken your and others advice about fitting winter tyres (Federal Himalaya SUV 225 55 18). I have found that they have affected the handling of my truck. It now tends to follow the contours of...
I'm looking to put four new (premium brand) tyres on my wife's Honda Jazz 1.4 ES Manual (2009 model). It came fitted with Dunlops. I can also get a good deal on Pirelli, Michelin and Bridgestone. (175/65...