I bought new tyres but they only came with 6.5mm tread depth - is this normal?

I had two Michelin Primacy 4 tyres fitted and I measured the depth of the tread and was expecting 8mm but there is only 6.5 mm. The tyres had a 10% discount but with 25% less tyre. Is this the new norm...

Would switching from run flats mean a more forgiving ride?

I have a 2016 BMW X4 which has just been MOT'd, I was discussing the merits of changing my run flats for cross climates with the tester in order to have a more forgiving ride as the X4 is very fidgety...

Which tyres do you suggest for a comfortable and quiet ride?

Which 18-inch all season tyres will give the most comfortable and quietest ride with a Lexus NX 300H currently on 225 x 60 x 18 summer tyres - and can 235 be fitted instead of 225?

What are the best tyres for a soft ride?

I have a 2012 Ford Fiesta which needs new tyres. Which tyre would give me the softest ride?

What tyres will give good grip and feel but also a better ride?

I have a 2016 Skoda Octavia vRS TSI owned from new, with 18k on the clock. The Bridgestone Potenza 225/40 R18 tyres have 2 or 3 mm tread left so will need replacing soon. I'd like to replace them with...

Should new tyres be put on the front - and those switched to the back?

I had to buy two new tyres because of a puncture as a result of the tyres being old - not worn out. I suggested to the fitter that the new tyres should be fitted to the front wheels and the front wheels...

Do I need to replace all four tyres on my BMW if the front two are wearing?

My BMW agent say that it isn't recommended that (in my case with wearing front tyres) the front tyre pair should be replaced without the rears being replaced at the same time. The reason is that the 4WD...

Can I put Goodyear Vector 4 seasons tyres on my Volkswagen Up?

I note your recommendation of Goodyear Vector 4 seasons for a Vectra - does this also apply to a Volkswagen Up - and do the insurance company need to be advised?

Which tyres for my Kia Sorento KX-3 diesel (early 2012 reg)?

I have a Kia Sorento KX-3 diesel (early 2012 reg), with its original Roadian tyres 235/60R18 103H. While these are very hardwearing, they feel ‘hard’ & seem to pick up and transmit every small irregularity...

Tyre noise

I have owned a 57 plate Audi A6 3.0 TDI Quattro for seven years. The first few years I replaced all four tyres regularly with Pirrelli P Zero. The price became too much so switched to Avons ZZ5. The car...