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I am thinking of buying a 2016 Ford Focus Zetec with 16 or 17-inch wheels. Is there much difference in ride quality between the two?
I need to replace my 225/65/R17 tyres in the near future, do you know when this size in Michelin CrossClimate might be available? Can you also give any recommendation alternatives such as Goodyear 4 season...
I have a tyre wear issue with my Nissan NV200 van. The fronts usually last for 27,000 miles, yet the rears wear out (mostly on the outer rim) at 14,000 miles. I have spoken to other NV200 drivers and...
I've just bought a 14 year old Nissan Almera 1.5 Petrol. It wobbles at low speed. Its not wheel balancing because I know what that feels like. But in gears 1 and 2 it just wobbles slowly. Stops slightly...
I own a used kia Rio (52 plate) with 42,000 miles on the clock. Eight days ago I had it serviced. Now, 50 miles later, the wheel bearings have failed, melting the drum and points. It is going to cost me...
What's your view on tyre rotation. Is it necessary or worth it?
I bought a two year old BMW 640d Gran Coupe from a main dealer four weeks ago. During a routine inspection at another BMW dealership today it was pointed out that the front tyres were badly worn, one...
Three sets of new tyres in 12 months, tracking adjusted 3 times, new wish bones and bushes twice and still wearing. I can't afford to go on like this and can't afford another car. Any ideas?
I'm thinking of buying a 12 month old BMW X3. However, I've noticed that lots of the cars have 19-inch wheels. Is this a no-no when it comes to ride quality? I've driven an SE with standard 17-inch wheels...
My (2009) Vauxhall Astra 1.6 diesel is currently has 225/50/r17 tyres. I want to change these to 225/45/r17 as they are much cheaper. Is this possible and also what issues will I face?