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I have a 2006 aluminium Jaguar XK4.2 on 19-inch rims fitted with Dunlop 'Sport' 245/40 ZR19 front and 275/35 ZR19 rears. Could you please recommend the best combination of rim diameter and tyre choice...
I shall soon be changing my six-year-old Mercedes-Benz A180 and was wondering if you could suggest a few options. My main criteria are for low CO2 emissions, good fuel economy and excellent comfort, plus...
I have a 2011 Honda CR-V EX on 18 inch wheels the ride is not as good as I had hoped. Would 17 inch wheels improve the ride and what tyres would you recommend for mostly road use?
On my regular commute from Le Havre to Barcelona in the 1980s I suffered pain in the sciatic nerve. Eventually, after trying everything, I took my wallet from the right hip pocket and thereafter my XJ6...
I drive a Seat Arosa fitted with 185/55 alloys. What tyres would give me the softest ride?
I currently own a 2002 Renault Laguna II which I've found to be an excellent car to drive and is extremely comfortable, particularly on long journeys. However, I no longer need such a large car and need...
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...
I am thinking of getting a new company car - C4 Grand Picasso. Depending on trim level , the supplied wheels are 16" or 17" Does the larger wheel have any effect on ride quality? I have read many times...
My car is a Lexus IS250, 2008, with 225/45/R17 tyres (front) and 245/45/R17 (rear). I recognise that 16 inch rims may have been better but, with the existing 17 inch wheels, which tyres will give the...
We have a Honda Jazz on a 58 - great car but hard ride. How can we improve on this? Cars we are considering; Ford Focus, Vauxhall Astra, Audi A3, Hyundai i30 and Mazda 3. Our budget is £15K. Mileage...