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James Anderson is the editor of TireReviewsLab and writes and edits all of its tire reviews, brand guides, tire comparisons and car maintenance articles, nearly 400 in total. His focus is detailed model reviews, side-by-side comparisons and practical DIY care guides that help drivers choose, and look after, the tires their safety depends on. His reviews are research-based: they draw on manufacturer specifications and warranty terms, published independent tire tests and owner reviews from major retailers, with sources linked and prices and warranty figures dated. James does not road-test tires himself, and each review says so. Spotted an error? Contact us and it will be corrected.

396 Articles
Applying brake lubricant to brake parts
Car Care

Brake Lubricant Guide: Where to Use Brake Grease, Which Type to Choose, and What to Avoid

A squeal at every stop, a caliper that drags, or brake pads that wear unevenly on one side often trace back to the...

Check engine light on with no trouble codes
Car Care

Check Engine Light On but No Codes? Why It Happens and How to Find the Problem

The check engine light comes on, you plug in a code reader, and the screen says “No Codes.” Now you have a warning...

Right-hand drive car on a US road
Car Care

Right-Hand Drive Cars in the US: Legality, Safety, Costs, and What Daily Driving Is Like

A right-hand drive (RHD) car puts the steering wheel on the right side of the cabin. That layout is standard in countries that...

Donut spare tire on a car
Car Care

Donut Spare Tire Guide: Speed Limits, Distance, Fitment and Safe Use

A flat tire on the shoulder raises two urgent questions: will the small spare in your trunk actually fit, and how far and...

Overdrive (O/D) button on a gear shifter
Car Care

O/D Off Explained: What the Overdrive Button Does and When to Use It

You pressed a small button on the shifter, an amber “O/D OFF” light appeared on the dash, and now the engine sounds busier...

Tire sidewall height and thickness
Car Care

Tire Sidewall Thickness Explained: Height, Strength and What It Means for Your Ride

When people talk about “thick” or “thin” sidewalls, they usually mean two different things at once. One is how tall the sidewall is,...

Budget, mid-range and premium tires compared
Car Care

Are Premium Tires Worth It? Budget vs. Mid-Range vs. Premium Tires Compared

Walk into any tire shop and you will be offered a spread of prices for what looks like the same product: four round,...

Roadside emergency kit
Car Care

Road Emergencies Made Manageable: Quick Tips for Flats, Dead Batteries, Breakdowns, and Accidents

Most road emergencies arrive without warning: a tire goes flat on the highway, the car will not start in a dark parking lot,...

Preparing a car for winter
Car Care

How to Winterize Your Car: A One-Weekend Plan Before the First Freeze

Winter rarely gives much warning. One week the leaves are falling, and the next you are scraping ice off the windshield with a...