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MY 2022 BMW M340i Touring failed its first mot yesterday. Yes, you’ve guessed, pothole damage to the front near side tyre. This will be the third tyre I will have had to replace in 18 months (this tyre...
MKy Astra is now over 7 years old but has only done 25000 miles. At the recent MOT which it passed they said that the rear tyres were perishing and cracking due to age. I changed the fronts two years ago,...
Is it recommended to rotate the tyres on a Skoda Octavia and if so at what intervals?
I have a Seat Mii electric which requires new tyres. I am being told by tyre suppliers that Ev cars require special tyres due to the extra weight. Surely the load index in this case 81 and speed rating...
I have a 2018 Focus ST with 19-inch wheels. I always set the pressures to the plate on the door frame - 41PSI front and 38 rear. I only ever carry no more than 3 people. Several times I've had new tyres...
Should two new tyres go on the front or back of the car?
The tyre on my BMW needs changing. I contacted a BMW dealer regarding my tyre change, I was told that I will have to put the same brand of tyres on my BMW. The tyre on my BMW is a Bridgestone 225/50R18W99. Can...
A recently purchased Fiesta has continental tyres except the near side front which is a goodyear with a similar tread pattern. Is this acceptable?
Have you a view of Autogreen tyres? We're thinking of a set for my wife's Hyundai Ix20, mostly local use, very occasional 100 mile motorway travel.
Due to having had a puncture we now have a 95V rating tyre whereas all the remaining three original tyres are 91V. Is this illegal or dangerous? The supplying dealer says this is causing tyre pressure...