Ask Honest John

Most recently answered winter tyres questions
I'm strongly considering buying winter tyres for my Seat Altea XL with 205/55/r16 (91V) tyres. Can you recommend a good set? Also, do winter tyres have a different load and speed rating than summer tyres...
I need to buy new tyres for my 2011 BMW 116i Sport, with 17-inch wheels. It currently has runflats, but I’m not sure whether to go for steel wheels and new tyres or just buy a good all weather tyre for...
I’m in the process of replacing my 2005 BMW 330D E91 with a new F31 edition. Can I swap the wheels and winter tyres to the new car?
I retired in 2010 and, having driven company cars for most of my working life averaging 40,000 miles per year, I never changed to winter tyres. Having read many items in your columns, when I bought my...
Pulling my hair out trying to find a reasonably priced source to buy winter wheels (steel will do) and tyre sets for my BMW 7 Series 2008 diesel. BMW want nearly £2000 for a set! Any ideas very much appreciated!
Access to my house is via steep single track lane which does not get gritted. In the past I would avoid going out if I woke to a fresh fall of snow but now commitments mean I am going to have to go out....
Please advise how to best store wheels with winter or all season tyres when not on vehicle as I am not sure I will have enough suitable space. Or alternatively, if I opt for All Season tyres can I safely...
Do I have to fit four winter tyres to my car? Or can I fit just two tyres to the front?
I'm thinking of buying a set of winter tyres, which makes would you recommend?
I own a Lexus IS220d. I am trying to find the best possible winter tyres for my car, having suffered so many problems in the snow beginning of this year. I have young children and wanted your advice on...
 

Value my car

Save £75 on Warranty using code HJ75

with MotorEasy

Get a warranty quote

Save 12% on GAP Insurance

Use HJ21 to save on an ALA policy

See offer