Most recently answered alloy wheels questions
I am looking to buy winter tyres for my daughters Puegeot Partner Combi(03) which is fitted with alloy wheels 185/65/15. I do not wish to buy steel wheels. Can they be fitted to alloys? What would you...
I've just bought a July 2009 Fiesta 1.4 Titanium. It has low profile Pirelli tyres on it, and has a tyre repair kit in the boot. Ideally I'd like to replace the tyres with 'normal' higher-profile ones,...
I bought a Mercedes-Benz E350 CDI Coupe in July 2009 on a Personal Contract Purchase and have to hand it back next month, having covered 34,000 miles. The alloy wheels have deteriorated to such an extent...
I recently started driving a 2004 BMW 116i, and I really enjoy driving it. It's fitted with steel 16in wheels. What benefits (other than cosmetic) would swapping over to alloy wheels give?
The reason...
I am considering buying a Citroen C4 eHDi 110 Airdream EGS6. The car is fitted with 18-inch alloy wheels as an extra over the standard 17-inch alloys. Do you consider this an advantage?
My wife has a new Mini Cooper SD Auto on the 17" Split Rims, 205/45/17, non run flat tyres and the ride is harsh and choppy. If I change to 205/55/16 tyres will there be any appreciable improvement in...
I am considering buying a new MINI Countryman Cooper S. Am I better off buying the 18-inch or 17-inch wheels? Is there anything else I should consider?
When swapping from steel to alloy wheels, the most important thing to check is the length of the bolts. An alloy wheel is thicker and will need longer bolts, otherwise the bolts will not be secure in the...
I am taking delivery of a new BMW 1 Series later this month. The new car will have 17-inch wheels. I have been enquiring about winter tyres, as you will know that the BMWs are not much good in the snow....
I have a 2008 Skoda Octavia Scout, 66,000 miles. It is almost ready for a complete tyre change and I am considering fitting winter tyres until March and then replacing them with a new set of standard tyres....

