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Winter wheels and tyres
I am thinking that to have a spare set of winter wheels and tyres would be a good idea, as I have heard they are much better for grip and braking at temperatuires below 5 degrees.
My S-Max 2.2 Diesel has low profile tyres (235/45) on 18 inch alloy wheels, though, a size which seems a bit inappropriate to match in a winter tyre.
What size wheels and tyres would you suggest I buy for winter use, please?
My S-Max 2.2 Diesel has low profile tyres (235/45) on 18 inch alloy wheels, though, a size which seems a bit inappropriate to match in a winter tyre.
What size wheels and tyres would you suggest I buy for winter use, please?
Asked on 8 December 2010 by gonespare
Answered by
Honest John
Unfortunately you are a bit late as stocks are now exhausted, and panic imports are expensive. Better to leave it until Spring, then buy a spare set of wheels and tyres for next winter.
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