Do cracks in tyres mean I should replace them?
Our reader was washing their car and noticed what looked like cracks in the sidewall of their tyre. They want to know whether this is something they should worry about.…
Tag: Tyres
The weather’s turning bad. What do I need to know about driving in snow?
The first thing to remember about driving in snow is things can happen that we aren’t used to in the UK. First and probably most importantly, your car will be…
Is a string repair on a punctured car tyre as permanent as a repair from inside by a professional tyre fitter?
We’re all looking for ways to save money and what are known as string repairs to tyres may be advertised by some as a simple way of cutting the cost…
How far can I drive on a punctured run-flat tyre?
Run-flat tyres are an increasingly popular puncture solution as car makers try to get away from including a spare wheel with their motors. But how do you know if one…
I have a Nissan Leaf EV that needs new tyres. Is it worth buying special electric car tyres?
Tyres are one of the things we get asked about most by readers. Although most people regard buying tyres in the same way they might look at going to the…
Can I mix tyre brands on my Honda Insight?
Our reader needs two new tyres for their car and wants to know if they can mix tyre brands and replace the worn-out tyres with two new tyres that are…
What summer car checks should I do before going on holiday?
For many of us, the summer holiday gives our car the biggest work out of the year. In addition to covering multiple miles, our cars often have to contend with…
I’ve bought 98V Extra Load tyres for my Vauxhall Zafira Tourer. What air pressures should I run XL tyres at?
Our reader replaced regular tyres with Extra Load tyres on his 2017 Vauxhall Zafira Tourer. He’s read that XL tyres require greater inflation pressure. But he can’t find out what…
What’s best for cheap tyres: a home fitting service or getting them from the garage?
Sourcing new car tyres is a bit like motor insurance. You don’t enjoy buying them but they’re vital to go motoring. Getting the best deal possible for cheap tyres takes…
Some people say change tyres at 3mm, others at 1.6mm. Tyres aren’t fully recyclable so shouldn’t we use them for as long as possible?
The 1.6mm question is a very good one and one to which there isn’t really a right answer, in our opinion. Tyres are critical for road safety We’ve said it…