What can I do to improve the ride quality on my car?

I am planning on replacing all four shock absorbers on my Audi A3. Is there anything else I should get done along with the shocks which will improve the ride quality as currently over speed humps and pot...

What are the best tyres for my Volvo XC60?

What tyres would you recommend for a 2015 Volvo XC60? The car is presently on Pirelli Scorpion Verde 235/60/18.

Can I fit all-weather tyres to the front of my car only and then change the rears when they are worn?

I have read with interest all your posts about all-weather tyres. I will need new front tyres soon for my 17 plate Fiat Tipo 1.4 T-Jet 120 Station Wagon with 205/55 R16 wheels after the last set of budget...

Is it safe to mix normal and reinforced tyres on different axles?

I have recently bought a 2010 Honda Civic 1.8 on 225/45 R17 wheels. It came with a mixture of Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tyres - reinforced/XL on the front and normal on the back. The ride is rubbish and noisy...

Can I change the wheels on my Jaguar XJ40 to Kent alloys?

I own a 1990 Jaguar XJ40 and want to replace the teardrop alloys with the older Kent alloys. I'm told they may not fit because of the size difference on the inside rim touching the XJ40 brake calipers....

Is one missing wheel nut now an MoT fail?

Is one missing wheel nut now an MoT fail? On a similar subject, can you still have an MoT a month before and still use the car even if it fails (unless it's considered unroadworthy) or has that changed...

Is there a reason to put steel wheels on a Hyundai Ioniq?

Is there a reason to put steel wheels on a Hyundai Ioniq? Motorpoint has them listed as standard equipment/

Have I been ripped off paying for a new exhaust and tyres?

The exhaust pipe on my Vauxhall Corsa came unstuck and Kwik Fit charged me £375 for a new one and told me that the front tyres needed changing. They recommended a £79 alignment check which apparently showed...

If I change the wheels on my car will I have to tell my insurer?

I wish to follow your advice and change to a smaller wheel and higher profile tyre to improve ride quality. Will this affect the guarantee of my eight month old car? And will I have to advise the insurance...

Should a spare wheel be smaller than the standard wheels?

I have a Kia Niro which I am taking to France this autumn and to France and Spain next spring. I don't wish to rely on the supplied tyre repair kit so have purchased online (not from Kia) a spare steel...