Why do insurance companies pressurise car accident victims to accept courtesy cars and initiate personal injury claims?

On the A12 last Saturday a car violently braked in the outside lane in front of me at about 70mph. I managed to stop in time, but the car behind hit me and pushed me into the car in front that had caused...

Will the addition of a Union Jack vinyl wrap to my Jaguar X-Type devalue the car?

I have an X-Type Jaguar and have been quoted £1500 to have it vinyl wrapped with a Union flag. Do you think it will devalue the car? Is it a waste of money?

Are replacement boot linings available for the Ford C-Max which offer more room for luggage?

The internal width of my Ford C-Max's boot prevents me from putting my golf bag and clubs in without lowering one of the rear seats. This problem does not exist in my wife's Focus estate because the boot...

Why is my autogas-converted Chrysler Sebring stalling, and why won't Chrysler repair it under warranty?

I have a Chrysler Sebring which was professionally converted to run on autogas. It ran fine for 25,000 miles but then started to stall, particularly when cold. It stalls now for no reason, and when you...

If I have my FIAT Grande Punto serviced at a non-franchised dealer, will it invalidate the warranty?

I own a FIAT Grande Punto 57-reg, and have just been quoted £440 for a 36,000 mile service from my local FIAT dealer in Slough. This seems a bit excessive to me. Should I opt to get the service done elsewhere...

Can you recommend a simple, easily-maintained replacement for my ageing Citroen 1.9TDi?

I currently drive a Citroen 1.9 TD on a 'P' plate and marital pressure is pushing for a change. The current car has no value. I only do less than 7000 per annum, mostly on short journeys, but need to be...

I''ve found a Land Rover Freelander 2 for sale in Spain - is it safe to buy?

I am in the process of buying a car UK registered car currently in Spain. The owner moved there some months ago and is arranging the sale via a shipping company. I have received an email with an eight-stage...

Does the 1999 Honda Accord feature Isofix for child seats?

Does a '99 Honda Accord have Isofix so I can attach a baby seat in the back?