How can I improve the ride in my Ford Fiesta?

I own, and really enjoy driving, a 2008 Ford Fiesta Titanium (bought about six months ago at Dagenham Motors, Sidcup) fitted with low profile tyres, which are good and fine for ride on decent roads. But...

Should all tyres be changed at once on a 4WD vehicle such as our Freelander?

My wife's 2005 Freelander had an irreparable puncture. Four new Yokohamas had been put on about 15 months earlier and had done about 10,000 miles. The local Yokohama outlet explained that the precise tyre...

Why are runflat tyres so difficult to find?

Why are runflat tyres so expensive and difficult to source? I always have trouble finding replacements for my BMW 730. Any advice on where to find them quickly and obtain the best value?

Replacing my Focus tyres - what brand?

I will need to replace the tyres on my Ford Focus soon. The tyres on the car are all Michelin Primacy HP 205/55/R16. Are these the best for reducing road noise to the minimum?

Do I need all four wheels to be alloy?

I have been a victim of the winter potholes and have ruined one of my alloy wheels. As my car is seven-and-a-half years old and has nearly done 100K miles, I am loath to spend £200 replacing it. Do I need...

Alloy wheel warranties - worth it?

I have seen a number of ads recently offering insurance cover for alloy wheels. The ads mention cover for accidental damage but I wonder if hitting one of the many potholes in the road networks today would...

Which car offers easy access and reliability?

We live in the far north-west of Scotland and have a 2005 Honda Accord Tourer Executive 2.2i CTDi with 115,000 miles. It’s now time to change. We are now finding it too low to get out of due to age and...

Where can I get new tyres sourced and fitted?

I need to replace all four tyres on my Volvo V70, but with only one tyre garage locally I don't believe their prices are competitive. Rather than wasting petrol trawling around distant tyre garages are...

Which convertible to replace our Hyundai i30?

I drive a Vauxhall Insignia Elite hatchback with leather upholstery, satnav and all the bells and whistles. Terrific car, I'm delighted with it. Currently, my wife drives a Hyundai i30 hatchback, which...

Will a BMW Z3 be suitable for touring in France?

My wife and I are retired and want to go touring in France this summer. What do you think of a BMW Z3 about 10 years old for the tour? It will only be used for the trip and will be sold upon return. Any...