Hi folks.I'm replacing the two front tyres on my 1.9tdi octavia estate, size 205/60/15/91v. Its presently fitted with Michelin Pilot Primacys which are great but have been replaced with HP's. Can anyone recommend a good brand to replace them with. Longevity is more important than outright grip. The tyre dealer I normally go to suggests Pirelli p6/p7 or Conti eco contacts and says to stick to the top end tyres for longevity as the budget brands don't wear as well for the mainly motorway/a roads I'm driving on. Any suggestions would be appreciated.Thanks.

Hi Alhendo,

Just a quick reminder that most tyre companies now recommend fitting new tyres to the rear axle even on a front wheel drive car.

Hi Alhendo,

Just a quick reminder that most tyre companies now recommend fitting new tyres to the rear axle even on a front wheel drive car.

Yep - agreed . Seen circuit tests on TV to prove it - always have the grippiest tyres on the rear even with FWD.

Vredestein Ultrac or Sporttrac. Top in many tyre tests, good lifespan and mpg.

Having had crappy dunlop sports, i've gone for 2 michelin energy's which are excellent, very quiet & hopefully they should last well.