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by David_Smith2003
Wed Jan 21, 2026 2:56 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Which tires for the 530D XDrive?
Replies: 9
Views: 330

Re: Which tires for the 530D XDrive?

I would prefer that over fitting ditchfinders for the same cost.
by David_Smith2003
Wed Jan 21, 2026 2:56 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Which tires for the 530D XDrive?
Replies: 9
Views: 330

Re: Which tires for the 530D XDrive?

I have consistently acquired two sets of Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires for my 20" alloys, never exceeding a cost of £75 per tire.
by David_Smith2003
Wed Jan 21, 2026 2:55 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Which tires for the 530D XDrive?
Replies: 9
Views: 330

Re: Which tires for the 530D XDrive?

To be fair...
by David_Smith2003
Wed Jan 21, 2026 2:13 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Which tires for the 530D XDrive?
Replies: 9
Views: 330

Re: Which tires for the 530D XDrive?

Uniroyal Rainsport or Goodyear Asymmetric
by David_Smith2003
Mon Jan 12, 2026 11:30 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: E60 530D (218 BHP) Diesel Cleaner/Fuel Additive
Replies: 9
Views: 30716

Re: E60 530D (218 BHP) Diesel Cleaner/Fuel Additive

I have never utilised any additives; they seem like snake oil to me. If your vehicle operates as intended, such as on longer journeys occasionally, and I have consistently used Asda diesel gasoline, which is conveniently located nearby, I have never had any operational issues that may be attributed ...
by David_Smith2003
Fri Dec 19, 2025 10:51 am
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Remarkable Tyre Longevity
Replies: 4
Views: 55399

Re: Remarkable Tyre Longevity

Excessive acceleration might lead to rapid wear of the front tires due to the increased torque generated by the electric motor.
by David_Smith2003
Fri Dec 12, 2025 6:40 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Dashboard alert
Replies: 7
Views: 20559

Re: Dashboard alert

;)
by David_Smith2003
Fri Dec 12, 2025 6:39 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Dashboard alert
Replies: 7
Views: 20559

Re: Dashboard alert

Medway, Kent, United Kingdom
by David_Smith2003
Fri Dec 12, 2025 6:38 pm
Forum: General Car Discussions
Topic: Dashboard alert
Replies: 7
Views: 20559

Re: Dashboard alert

The vehicle does not enter full limp mode; power is somewhat reduced but sufficient to achieve 70 mph, and acceleration normalises shortly without the need for powering off and resuming.