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I've got about £8k to spend on a big auto estate - so naturally the Ford Mondeo is an option. However, I've heard bad things about Ford's double clutch Powershift gearbox - tales of it failing at low mileages...
I've recently ordered a new Golf GTI 245 Performance DSG which is a factory order due to options and colour choice. The dealer expects delivery time to be 12-16 weeks, mentioning that WLTP tests will not...
Is the Jazz CVT any good? Do you drive a CVT in the same way as a "normal" auto?
Do older (2016-2018) Focus and Fiesta have auto gearbox problems?
I started driving in the 1970s and have always had negative thoughts about automatic transmission - namely slow and thirsty. Clearly the world has moved on and there are some very good auto/semi auto transmission...
I want to buy a nearly new Ford Fiesta similar to my Ecoboost Powershift. I understand that the later model year cars have a torque converter and are more reliable than my 2015 dry clutch version of the...
Based on my experiences with the Volkswagen DSG I want a proper old-school torque converter automatic. What do you suggest?
Are there any problems with the Ford Galaxy 2008 automatic gearbox?
What five-door automatic costing £10k would you recommend for urban use?
I recently had a Powershift new clutch pack fitted to my 2015 1.6 petrol Focus at 17000 miles under warranty due to the normal judder problems. The car now drives very well. Has Ford improved the clutch...
 

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