Buying a Volvo V40 - which wheel size is best?

In considering a purchase of a new Volvo V40 the standard wheel/tyre is a 16-inch alloys (called Matres) with 205/55 tyres. A paying option (assumed to be an improvement) is to select the 17-inch alloys...

Skoda Octavia - which wheel size is best?

Having read numerous reports about the Skoda Octavia Estate SE Business 1.6 TDI CR 105PS DPF it seems to tick most of the boxes. However, I would be grateful for your advice on wheel size and tyres. The...

How can I cure excessive road noise on my Ford Kuga?

I recently purchased a 2012 Ford Kuga Titanium X with 15,000 miles on the clock from a local dealer. The car has Nexen tyres on the front, Bridgestone on the rear and 19-inch alloys. Within days of buying...

Range Rover Evoque - what's the best all season tyre?

I recently bought a new Range Rover Evoque, a car that I am really enjoying. It comes as standard with 19-inch Pirelli All Seasons tyres. Are these any good in the snow and ice? I do have a spare set...

Nissan Qashqai - which wheel size is best?

I have purchased a 2014 Nissan Qashqai 1.6 diesel with 5000 miles on the clock. However, I want to change the wheels and have been unable to find 19-inch winter tyres for this vehicle. What should I do? As...

Chrysler 300C tyre recommendation?

I have a 2012 Chrysler 300C with Firestone P225/60R18 tyres on it. I haven't been much impressed by the grip and think it's time to replace them. What do you think are the best tyres to go with this car?

What are the best tyres for a Mk1 Audi TT?

Which tyres would you recommend for a 2001 Audi TT Roadster on 17-inch wheels? Would you consider all season tyres as an option? My annual mileage is less than 5000.

Tyre size confusion

My Ford Fiesta has 16-inch wheels yet the tyres are 195.50.15. I thought the tyre diameter should match the wheel diameter? On my Ford Focus I have 17-inch wheels and the tyre size is 215.55.17 which...

Where can I sell my tyres?

I see some tyre dealers selling part worn tyres. Where do they get them from? Would they buy off a private seller? I have a set of 3 year old Vredstein Snowtrac 3, 195/60 R15 that I no longer need. All...

Honda CR-V - should we sell or keep it?

Our Honda CR-V (petrol, automatic) needs new tyres before the winter, which I guess will cost £600+. We’ve done 74,000 miles in the Honda and are quite happy with it, although it’s expensive to run with...