Is a harsh ride caused by sport suspension or tyres?

I've just bought a new SEAT Alhambra 2.0-litre diesel auto in SEL spec. It has 225/50 R17 self sealing tyres. The ride around town is very harsh and we feel every bump. Is it the sport suspension causing...

What tyres should I replace my 18-inch run flats for a smoother ride?

I must replace the 18-inch run flats on the Mini Countryman Cooper S with something sensible before the car shakes itself to bits crashing around our roads. I would like 16-inch with Goodyear 4 Seasons....

Is there an insurer that will get me to the airport if I sustain a puncture on my way?

I have a three year old BMW 4 Series, 10,000 miles done and runflat tyres with no spare. I live in North Devon and often drive to Gatwick (240 miles, four hours) for a flight. If I sustain a puncture and...

Can I swap run flat tyres for ordinary tyres on my Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate?

I'm considering buying a Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate 220 D AMG line which has run flat tyres on 19-inch rims as standard. Do I have to keep the run flats or can I replace them with ordinary tyres and...

What engine type and tyres should I get on my BMW X1?

I am buying a new BMW X1, considering the xDrive xLine spec. I have a 21 mile journey to work each way that is 90% dual carriageway and motorway. Every 6 weeks I will probably be doing a 430 mile round...

What tyres should I run my MINI Cooper on?

What brand of tyre, runflats or normal, should I use for a 2007 petrol MINI Cooper? It's currently on 205/45 ZR/17.

Are run flat tyres less robust than ordinary ones?

Are run flat tyres less robust than ordinary ones? I currently have a puncture and when I get the Continental tyre replaced tomorrow, it will be the tenth I have had replaced for flats and punctures in...

Can I fit run flat winter tyres to my BMW?

You very kindly recommended run flat tyres for our BMW 2 Series Active Tourer a couple of years ago. The tyre size is 205/55 R17 91W. Please can you tell me if we can get run flat winter tyres in this...

Will my BMW's repair kit ruin the tyre?

I have a BMW 530i (2004 model) with no spare tyre. It does have a repair kit though, will this ruin the tyre?

Best tyres for M135i?

I own a BMW M135i. The tyres have done 30K and are coming up to a change. At present I have run flats (245/35R18 rear and 225/40R18 front), what do you recommend I replace them with?