Skoda Superb estate - which tyres are best?

I am planning to buy a new Skoda Superb estate 2.0 TDI 170PS. On the Elegance trim, 18-inch wheels are the only option. The dealer thinks he might be able, by various complicated arrangements, to swap...

Tyre problems with Jaguary XF Sportbrake

I took my Jaguar XF Sportbrake 3.0 V6 Portfolio for its first service on 06/12/13 (new in March 2013) having covered 17,802 mainly motorway miles. I was told that all four tyres needed replacement although...

Audi A3 Sportback - which wheel size is best?

I am buying a new Audi A3 Sportback Sport which can be specified only with 17-inch wheels and 225/45 R17 tyres. I have de-selected Sports suspension as I value ride quality over the ability to go round...

Which tyres should I get for a quiet ride?

My car is fitted with Michelin Energy Saver tyres. The road noise is considerable and tiring on a long journey. Can you suggest an alternative tyre?

Mixing tyres on a modern car?

I know that you do not advise using winter tyres on only some of the wheels. However, would this also apply when it is not winter - we have 2 cars (a Kia Venga 1.4 petrol manual and a Volkswagen Transporter...

Are run flat tyres worth the expense?

I am looking to replace my 2004 Ford Mondeo with a new estate car. I have looked at Audi A4 and BMW 3 Series amongst others. A problem with the BMW is that they only come with run flat tyres. I fear...

Should I replace a repaired tyre?

I have recently bought a 2005 Porsche Boxster S and a recent inspection has shown the front offside tyre has had a plug repair in the middle of the tyre and part of the plug is proud of the tread. I...

Volvo XC70 - which wheel size is best?

I have finally decided to buy a new Volvo XC70, what tyre size do you recommend for the best ride? Also, can you tell me if there are any known faults with this model?

Cracked tyres - are they dangerous?

I have a 10 month old Kia Sorento fitted with Nexen N8000 tyres. The tyres have covered 8000 miles over the past year and still have 6-7mm of tread, but just recently I have noticed channel cracking at...

Blistering on Skoda alloy wheels – what should I do?

I own a 2013 Skoda Octavia Scout and a few weeks ago I noticed blisters on two of the alloy wheels. I returned the car to the dealer, but they said the damage was caused by stone chips and they would not...