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Which size for cold weather tyres?
I'm considering winter tyres this year as my partner drives about 50 miles a day and I want her to be as safe as possible during the colder months.
I saw in various other posts that you rate the Michelin Alpin as a good winter tyre. The issue I have is what size of tyre to fit?
I currently have Michelin 225/45/R17 tyres fitted on the standard alloys but on the Michelin website tyres for my car go down to 195/65/R15? is it worth fitting the smallest possible as this would cut through the snow?
I saw in various other posts that you rate the Michelin Alpin as a good winter tyre. The issue I have is what size of tyre to fit?
I currently have Michelin 225/45/R17 tyres fitted on the standard alloys but on the Michelin website tyres for my car go down to 195/65/R15? is it worth fitting the smallest possible as this would cut through the snow?
Asked on 6 September 2011 by youngyoung

Better to go down to 16" wheels, probably with 50 or 55 profile tyres. Steel wheels best for winter.
HJ
HJ
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