Should I replace tyres that show signs of cracking on the tread?

I bought a 2017 plate BMW Series two years ago. When I bought it, it had 80,000 miles on the clock. After two years of ownership, it now has 86,000 miles on it. The tyres are all Bridgestone and were on...

Do I need to have four matching tyres on my car?

I have just got a BMW 2 Series Active Tourer M Sport which has three different makes of tyres. The rear two are Bridgestone weather control A005, 225/45 R18 95V, but the front offside has a Sailun Atresso...

Is the alarm going off a sign of a weak battery?

I have a 2017 BMW 440i still running on its original 12-volt battery. Although there are no obvious signs of failure, the alarm went off yesterday for no apparent reason and I’ve been told a weak battery...

Will changing from run flat tyres mean a more comfortable ride?

My 2020 BMW 330i is excellent except that a back injury now necessitates a more compliant ride. The original run flat tyres are quite harsh on 19-inch wheels. Would I notice much difference in the ride...

How many years do tyres last?

I have a 2015 BMW X1 which has covered 45000 miles. The front tyres have been replaced once but the rear ones are originals and now 10 years old. They are still legal and have approx 4mm of tread. Is there...

Can I warranty claim for a cracked windscreen?

I own a BMW X1 MSport 25e which I bought in September 2023 - so the car is still under two years old with about 14K miles on the clock. I have suddenly found that a 6-inch long crack has literally appeared...

What nearly new EV do you recommend?

My wife and I are looking at purchasing an EV for the first time to replace our 2017 BMW X1. After reading your helpful EV guide we seek recommendations for a shortlist of 3 or 4 vehicles/models to consider....

What engaging to drive car do you recommend?

I'm after a used car to replace my rapidly aging Peugeot 207. My criteria are a budget of £18k, 2017 or newer, 50k miles tops, manual petrol, sub 9-ish seconds to 60mph, saloon, hatchback, estate or decent...

What should I replace my Jaguar X-Type with?

I have been driving a Jaguar X-Type Estate 2.0-litre diesel for the last 16 years. Mileage was 33,000 when I bought it and is now 180,000. It is great to drive, very stable with plenty of torque. I am...

Why is my BMW automatic gearbox not smooth?

My previous car was a BMW 730d, the auto box when changing up or down it was seamless, it was always in the correct gear for all road conditions. I’ve recently changed cars and I now have a 2021 BMW 530d....