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…this value priced tire has indeed been a very popular choice. However, despite the tire's popularity, it is not for everyone. Many on the BMW forums praise this tire for its soft ride quality and long wear, but complain about the slow steering response and describe the tire as "floaty"…
As a moderator of several forums, I was recently asked the following question in a forum in regards to the wear of summer tires compared to all-season tires: "Gary, I currently have Bridgestone Potenza RE760 Sport tires (Ultra High Performance Summer) on my car. However, I do a lot of…
…safety while being driven on at low or no tire pressure. This gave run-flat tires a negative reputation among many enthusiast communities and web forums. I discussed this issue in my blog , "Ditching Your Run-Flat Tires on Your BMW? Read This First!" As I mentioned in that blog, run-flat…
Often times I get this question in the BMW forums: Which are the best tires for my BMW? Or for any vehicle for that matter. Well, that depends! Is there one best golf club to use for your next 18 hole outing? Any golfer will tell you that there is not. Is there one best tool for building a deck? Of…
Here is a question I recently received in one of the BMW forums I moderate: "Speed rating is just about speed, right? I bought Continental ExtremeWinterContact 225/45-17 tires and I can't believe how they messed up my handling. My previous set of Vredestein winter tires were much better for the…
As a moderator of several forums, I have received many questions on snow tires this winter. Recently, a customer had a question about choosing between Studless Ice & Snow tires and Performance Winter / Snow tires: I’m getting ready to order winter tires and wheels. My concern is that here…
…opting to replace their factory run-flat tires with conventional non-run-flat tires. One can literally find hundreds of posts across popular BMW forums filled with disapproval of the Original Equipment run-flat tires. Many customers have complained that the tire is either too stiff, gets too many…
While moderating the BMW forums, one of the most common questions I answer is in regards to upgrading tires to a larger size. Using a wider size on the same wheel while maintaining the same overall diameter is known in the tire industry as "plus zero" sizing. This is typically done to get…
…which I restored myself. If you are online you can also view my vehicle specific recommendations on G35 Driver, EvolutionM, MYG37, and MY350Z automotive forums. Tire buying can be overwhelming for sure. Hopefully my experience and guidence will take some of the speed bumps out of your search.
I received the following question in one of the forums I help moderate: "I have 137,000 miles on my car. I've heard that some people experience sagging springs. Under what conditions, if any, do springs wear out and how can I tell other than a lower ride height?" Springs support the weight…
…winter conditions, read "Ice Traction Comparison of All-Season, Summer and Winter / Snow Tires." Customer Feedback Whether from internet forum posts, customer survey data, customer reviews or just speaking with customers on the phone, I consistently get overwhelmingly positive feedback…
Two of the most popular Max Performance Summer tires being discussed on automotive forums lately are the Michelin Pilot Super Sport and Continental ExtremeContact DW. Both options are highly rated and outstanding tires. In our survey results, the Pilot Super Sport is currently ranked first, while…
Lately, I have been receiving questions in the forums, as well as on the phone about running pure nitrogen in tires. Unfortunately, there are many shops out there that are overstating (and overcharging) for this service. Below are some common facts and myths to consider before filling your tires…
…O.E. tires. Usually the complaint is that the ride is too harsh, especially when going over bumps. There is a post right now in the Club Lexus forum that is a good example of this common complaint. The owner of a 2007 Lexus IS250 with the optional 18-inch performance tires and wheels soon realized…
…drivers looking for a good combination of wet grip, dry grip, ride and wear at a great price. The tire has been an especially popular choice for BMW forum members looking for a great bang-for-the-buck performance tire. Hankook Ventus V12 evo K110 Hankook Ventus V12 evo2 According to Hankook, their…
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