I get good mileage from my BMW 5 Series on low profile tyres.

I have read with some interest your reader reports about low profile tyres and their problems. I have had a 2007 BMW 535d Sport from new with 245/35x19 (front) and 275/30x19 (rear), all Conti Sport Contact...

Replacement for a problematic Vauxhall Zafira?

I am looking to replace my 2007 Vauxhall Zafira. I love the space of the car, but find it to be unreliable. Any replacement needs to have space to accommodate someone over six foot, with a comfortable...

What's causing the poor ride in my Mercedes Viano?

A terrible ride quality is spoiling life with my otherwise excellent 2006 Mercedes Viano 2.2 Ambiente. It's running on 225/60/16 tyres on standard 16-inch alloys and I’ve had a mechanic check the suspension,...

Which tyres give the best ride on a Ford Mondeo estate?

I need to minimise tyre replacement costs and improve the ride comfort on my Ford Mondeo estate 2.2 TDI. It’s currently on 18-inch wheels and 235/40 ZR18 tyres, but needs a new set. Which should I buy?...

What could I replace my Mercedes-Benz C220 with?

I run a 2006 Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI blue efficiency AMG Sport Estate on a 3-year PCP that expires at the end of November. Since buying this car my driving pattern has changed due to early retirement caused...

How can I improve the ride quality on my AMG Mercedes?

I own a 2011 Mercedes-Benz C220 CDi AMG Sport estate. I love everything about the car except the ride quality, which is overly firm for our wonderful UK roads. Is there anything I could do to improve it?

Why are tyres for my Vauxhall Insignia so expensive?

I retired in 2011 and purchased my 2009 2.0-litre diesel automatic Vauxhall Insignia Elite company car from my employer. It has now covered around 33,000 miles and is in need of new tyres (245/45 R18 96W)....

BMW 5 Series suffering poor ride and handling - are the wheels and tyres to blame?

I have bought a 2012 BMW 520d recently after 12 years with a 530i Sport. So far I love the car, but am comparatively disappointed with the road holding, cornering and noise from tyres. The car is presently...

Can we fit smaller diameter wheels to our Mitsubishi Lancer to improve the ride comfort?

We have a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer GS4 diesel with 30,000 miles. We are very pleased with it: well-equipped, economical 55-60 mpg, and comfortable except for the rather hard ride. I have seen that you have...

Summer tyres for BMW 320d - which set will give the softest ride?

My BMW 320d with 17-inch alloy wheels needs new run-flat tyres. While I have winter wheels with 16-inch steel rims and Dunlop tyres (205-55-16), which are great, I would like a better summer driving experience....