Which tyre size for an X1?

A friend is buying a BMW X1, due for delivery in October. I asked him if he knew which profile tyres he was getting and he though that it would have 18 inch wheels. The spec says 17 or 18 inch wheels....

Winter wheels and tyres for my new Boxster

I'll shortly be taking delivery of a new Porsche Boxster, just as it's time to start thinking about winter tyres (which I've never had before). I can buy a set of Michelin Pilot Alpin for the existing...

Does a wheel size change require a speedo correction?

You keep advising people to change the size of wheels/ tyres to improve travel/ ride condition. When a different size wheel and tyre is fitted will the speedo need recalibration?

Lost wheel security bolt key - can I get a replacement?

I have lost the security bolt key for the wheels of my Volvo S40. Is there a quick and (comparatively) inexpensive way of replacing it or will the current bolts have to be cut off and replaced with another...

Which reinforced tyres for my van-based MPV?

I need some advice on tyre choice for my 1998 Nissan Elgrand MPV. The standard tyre is 215/65 R15 96 S and it has been suggested that I use reinforced tyres because of the Elgrand's weight. I will only...

Tyre noise on my Citroen C5

My recently bought 2009 Citroen C5 HDi 173 Tourer Estate with 225/55 R17 Primacy , has excessive front tyre noise as diagnosed by the dealer who says it is a characteristic of the model, a diagonal tyre...

TPMS caused a flat

I've owned by Renault Laguna 52 plate for about a year now and hubby unforutnately had a flat tyre on it this week which will result in the tyre being replaced as it has been damaged. The tyre has been...

Refurbishing alloy wheels

The wheels on my RAV4 are looking scruffy and peeling. I have looked at powder coaters in Bromsgrove area but am confused reading all the companies. Should I have them done or not bother? I am just about...

Best tyre size for a comfortable Zafira?

I'm considering buying a new Vauxhall Zafira Tourer, 1.4 turbo, petrol, auto, Elite. Fitted as standard (I understand) are 235/45R x 18 tyres. My sole concern is a comfortable ride. With this in mind...

Winter tyres on just two wheels?

I would like to buy two spare steel wheels to fit to the front 2 wheels of my Volkswagen Bora in order to fit winter tyres. Can you advise whether this is safe and legal and suggest a preferred wheel and...