Are radial tyres suitable for use in summer and winter, instead of swapping to winter tyres?

I lived in Canada for nine years in the late seventies to early eighties. At that time we were always told you could avoid switching tyres every winter by using radials. Radials were sufficient for summer...

Which tyres could I fit to my Volvo S60 T5 for all-weather use?

I run my Volvo S60 T5 on Goodyear Eagle F1 235/40Z/R18. We used to travel frequently to Germany in the winter and have carried snow chains for several years, although have never needed to use them. I know...

Winter tyres - is it reasonable for a insurer to increase premium costs?

I am reviewing the insurance on my C4 Picasso HDI VSX + as its due for renewal and the subject of winter tyres has arisen. Speaking to LV, their attitude is that although winter tyres are OK, if they are...

Will my Volvo XC0 be ok on Pirelli Zero Rosso tyres in winter, or should I fit dedicated winter tyres?

I am going to need to replace the original tyres on my Volvo XC60 D5 AWD after 19,500 miles. It is currently fitted with Pirelli Zero Rosso 235/60 R18 V103. My Volvo main dealer says that these tyres are...

Is it safe to fit only two winter tyres to a car for driving in snow?

I have had a few disagreements with friends and colleagues concerning the fitting of two winter tyres only during the British winter. Personally I consider this dangerous but I am not in the majority....

Better car for the snow?

I like driving my BMW 320d Touring. But it's not good in snow. Which car in the same price range is better in the snow/ice and Veras good to drive ?

Snow chains and winter tyres

I have a Skoda Octavia 1.9 TDI with summer tyres fitted. Tyre size 205/55/R16. I have a set of snow chains that fit. I'm planning to get a set of winter tyres and Skoda have recommended 195/65/R15. My...

Winter tyres are stunning

I have followed your column for many years and often follow advice given. I work in the deep country of North Yorkshire at ancient heritage sites often up small lanes and tracks. After last winter i...

Passat poor in snow

I have owned Volkswagen Passat estates for the last 15 years. They have all been good in the snow. My current model is a 2-litre TDi fitted with Contisport 235/45 ZR 17 tyres. The traction in snow is appalling....

Car insurance and winter tyres

My Mercedes-Benz E320 is insured by Mercedes-Benz Insurance. Following your advice recently I contacted them to inform them I was fitting winter tyres. They refunded £53 of my premium - an unexpected surprise.