[j80mfs]

Im in the process of buying two front tyres 235/55/18. Does anyone know the correct speed rating? If i buy a lower speed rated tyre does this really mater as i will never be doing that kind of speed anyway? Will this effect my insurance if i fit the wrong ones?

 

[K.L.Richards]

Spot on..... If you fit the incorrect rating, you give your insurance a way on invalidating the claim.


I agree with you, about speed, but there is more than speed involved, as weight of car will generate higher tyre temprature, which is the same as running at faster speeds.... Although truth is, it is highly likely never to get to the limits.



However, insurance companies will alwaysbe looking to a way of invalidating a claim, and you would be handed that option to them on a plate.



Simple answer... Never go down the rating.

 

[Moboy]

I put a V rated one on mine. Means it's good up to 144mph.

 

[bigiainw]

Dunno about anyone else in here, but I don't know if I would fancy a Captiva at 144 mph, even if it was possible...
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