Is my brother's Porsche Boxter fitted with the correct tyres?

My brother has just purchased a 2001 Porsche Boxster 3.2 S which appears to be in excellent condition, but I am concerned that the tyres fitted may not be compatible front/rear. Fronts are Pirelli P Zero...

How can I improve the ride comfort in my Evoque TD4?

I drive a 2012 Evoque TD4 model and am very disappointed with the suspension. It provides a rough ride on country roads and is especially uncomfortable for rear passengers. Can the suspension be adjusted...

What is the advantage of low profile tyres on large alloy rims?

Changing my Volvo V70's winter 16-inch steel rims and Cooper ‘WeatherMaster Snow’ 205/55 R16 tyres back to the factory 17-inch alloy rims with Pirelli P6000 225/50 R17 tyres for the third year annual changeover,...

Should we order our new Vauxhall Mokka with 18-inch wheels?

We have ordered a Vauxhall Mokka SE and are a bit surprised at the four month waiting list. You regularly comment on the size of tyres and comfort of ride. The SE comes with 18-inch wheels. Should we ask...

Odometer readings and alternative tyre sizes?

I bought a second hand Qashqai N-Tec in 2012. The specification is for 17 inch wheels. The car was fitted with 16 inch wheels from new due to a shortage of 17 inch wheels. (I have seen the technical paper...

My car is meant to have self-sealing tyres but it doesn't

I've recently bought a 2011 SEAT Alhambra from a SEAT dealer. I wasn't aware when I bought the car that the standard tyres fitted are self sealing tyres - therefore no jack, wheel brace, or sealing foam/compressor...

Are these the right wheels for a DS3?

My Wife is viewing a DS3 Orla Keily soon. These cars all seem to have 17-inch low profile wheels. Are these the tyres/wheels for this car? Or was the DS3 designed with a smaller type? Are you aware of...

Buying a spare wheel and jack for a Chevrolet Aveo?

I am trying to find a spare wheel and jack for my Chevrolet AVEO 2013 Tyre size 205/55R16. The price from Chevrolet is around £175 so looking for a more reasonable price. Noticed that HJ found an alternative...

How can I improve the ride quality of my Lexus IS250?

I have purchased a secondhand Lexus IS250. It’s very nice, except the ride is very rough. It has alloy wheels fitted with 255/40 ZR18 99Y tyres. How can I improve the ride?

Will a Honda CR-V offer good ride quality on 18-inch wheels?

I am interested in a 2010 Honda CR-V 2.0 i-VTEC petrol automatic, which is fitted with 18-inch alloys. Noting your earlier comments on ride quality with larger wheels, do you have any views on this model?