We know that when it comes to changing tyres, it’s always safer to swap in pairs. But which axle should you prioritise for predictable, progressive handling? Watch
Michelin’s expert demonstration to find out.
Front or rear? It’s a simple but often debated question when it comes to replacing your car tyres. From your local mechanic to someone you spoke to down the pub, everyone seems to have an opinion on which axle should get the freshest rubber. So who’s actually right?
Michelin are here to set the record straight once and for all. With over three decades of tyre development and testing know-how, Technical Manager, Brian Porteous, leads an impactful demonstration on the importance of new tyre placement.
Using the sort of ubiquitous hatch that millions drive daily (
Seat’s Leon 1.0-litre TSI) shod with Michelin’s versatile
CrossClimate 2, Brian takes to MIRA’s expansive wet handling facility to illustrate how improper tyre placement can have a dramatic effect on your vehicle’s handling characteristics. You might be shocked by what he reveals.
Changing tyres: should you put new rubber on the front or rear wheels?
