Low profile tyres - can I replace them for something higher?
The 17-inch rims and 225/45 tyres on my Skoda Superb are giving me a hard ride. A tyre fitter has suggested replacing the tyres, when worn - soon, apparently - with 225/50 tyres on the same 17" wheels.
Asked on 17 December 2012 by B. H.
Answered by
Honest John
Will alter the speed reading. The speedo will under read. Better to switch to 16" wheels and 205/55 R16 tyres.
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