Should I get a proper dual dash cam set up or just buy two different dash cams?

Is the Nextbase 512GW and 512GW rear camera a better setup than separate front facing and rear facing dash cams?

How do I insure a car purchased on a PCP?

I am about to buy a car on PCP in order to take advantage of Volkswagen's generous deposit contribution. The vehicle will be registered new in my name and I will be the keeper. But what do I need to tell...

My girlfriend damaged her car on a crash barrier at a hospital - should it be liable for the cost of repairs?

My girlfriend was moving her car that was parked on hospital grounds. As she moved the car forward and turned slightly, the car collided with a low crash barrier that was not visible from the driver's...

Does my car need a service every year?

We have had our Hyundai i10 main dealer serviced since new in 2010. This year it has only done 3500 miles so do I really need a service, or will the MoT pick up any problems?

How much would a decent dash cam cost?

What would be the cost of a reasonably priced, good dash camera?

How do I get rid of my van's DPF warning light?

I have a 2015 Volkswagen Transporter T5. The DPF warning light has come on four times since last December. I do a lot of short journeys, but try to do a long journey once a week. Three weeks ago I travelled...

My friend damaged someone's uninsured car - should she just settle it herself without involving her insurance?

My friend's caused slight damage to a neighbour’s car, which was parked on a public road. She admitted liability and asked for his insurance details. He refused saying that his vehicle was uninsured and...

My car was written off because of its age - can I ask to retain it?

My car was scratched by another driver and subsequently written off because of its age. Can I ask to retain the car and will I still be insured with my company? Plus is it easy to insure again?

What's the best, used pick-up to buy?

What's the best automatic, double cab pick-up truck to buy second-hand?

How do I unlock a Ford Fiesta radio?

My granddaughter just got a Ford Fiesta, but the radio code for it is wrong. How do we unlock the radio?

I was injured in a car accident - should I go to the doctor before agreeing to anything?

I was recently involved in an accident. The insurance company are happy to go ahead knowing it was not my fault and have valued my car at £700 for a 2003 Renault Clio with 112,000 miles on the clock. I...

I want a dash cam to sit hidden inside my car's grill - what do you recommend?

I'd like a dash cam, but would prefer a hidden unit in the grill. want something waterproof, but I can't seem to find one. Am I best just looking at motorbike cameras and adapting it? Suggestions would...

How do I clean the air conditioning to remove bad odours?

How do I clean the air conditioning to remove bad odours?

Can you permanently turn off start/stop on a car?

I am considering buying a Vauxhall Insignia 1.4T but it has start/stop which puts me off. Is there a way to permanently turn off the function?

Should air conditioning be used all the time?

Should the air con be used 24/7 or only when required to cool the car?

My car was written off - how will my insurer calculate the premium increase for all four policies I'm on?

A guy drove into the back of my old trusty Volkswagen while parked and unattended outside of my house. The amount of damage has been enough to be declared a write-off. The driver wishes to pay for the...

What's a good car for driving in winter?

I know it is high summer, but can you recommend a winter runaround that can be used on untreated rural roads? My current car is a BMW 5 Series estate which is a great drive but even with winter tyres is...

I'd like a small automatic campervan - does such a thing exist?

I'd like a smallish automatic campervan. What would recommend? I'd prefer it to be quiet over performance.

Why does my air con sometimes blow warm air?

My Ford Transit Custom's air con is cold, but sometimes goes warm. There's no pattern to it. It's had a new relay and regas. When it's warm the fan isn't running, what could the issue be?

What's the best van-based MPV?

I bought Citroen Berlingo Multispace XTR a year ago. I love the concept and the space. It suits my country life and the two dogs love it but the automatic gearbox is poor. I am thinking of swapping it...

I think the Honda CR-Z deserves a higher overall rating?

I think the Honda CR-Z car deserves a higher overall rating on your site.

How much is my Mitsubishi Lancer GLS worth?

My dad is 82. He has an old Mitsubishi Colt Lancer GLS (W reg). It’s very low mileage and the interior is immaculate. Could you tell me roughly how much it would be worth?

When it comes to claims - how far back do insurance companies expect you to go?

When requesting an online insurance quote I know you have to declare all claims, but how far back do insurance companies expect you to go back, or do they only go back so many years? Do you reckon it was...

Do any manufacturers offer free insurance on new cars?

When searching for a good small used car for my 19 year old daughter in 1996, we found that the brand new Citroen Saxo came with two years free insurance, so she bought a new one. My 20 year old grandson...

Someone drove into me and has now changed their story with their insurers - what do I do?

My car was hit by a car which was in a traffic lane controlled by a red light. My car suffered damage to the rear o/s door and wheel arch. We stopped immediately and the first words she said was "I'm sorry"....

What classic sports car should I buy?

I am thinking of buying a classic sports car - an MG Midget or MGB. I'm buying for investment and summer use. Which is best and are there any problems to look for on either model?

Is buying a used LPG van, or new that needs converted, a good idea for fuel economy?

I drive 200 miles once a week from London to Devon and need to buy a van (used or new) that's smaller than a Citroen Dispatch. I have two children so it will need three seats. I'm looking at LPG in the...

My son's newly bought Mazda CX-5 cut out and the engine management light is on - what's wrong with it?

My son purchased a 2014 Mazda CX-5 2.2d with 27,000 miles on from a Mazda dealer. It cut out at a roundabout and would not start and the Engine Management light was on. It was towed back to the dealer,...

If I inform my insurer that I've retired will I be charged admin fees on all my policies?

I retired a couple of days ago. Do I have to tell my insurers? We have two separate car policies in the household, a motorhome policy, and a bike policy as well. Will I be charged exorbitant admin fees...

My insurance company won't give me cash in lieu - what can I do?

I was recently involved in an accident whereby the insurance company has written off my car. They have valued my car at £2285 and the repairs at £3400. If I want to buy the same car with similar mileage...

Is an engine management light an automatic MoT fail now?

My four year old car was in for service and the MoT at a main dealer when shortly before I took it in the engine management light came on. It was diagnosed electronically as a wiring problem underneath...

My MG 1100 has cracked underneath and come away from the body. Can it be repaired?

My 1968 MG 1100 has cracked underneath and come away from the body. Can it be repaired? It is made of what looks like a hard cardboard. Could I buy a replacement? The only metal under the car is the exhaust...

The automatic gearbox on my 1991 BMW became very stiff - what's wrong?

I have a 1991 BMW 525i in very good condition, it has covered 135k mile since new and has never given a problem. I drove it robustly the other day in very hilly terrain so the auto gearbox was working...

How accurate are car speedometers?

How accurate are car speedometers and what is the effect on accuracy of changing running radius of tyre as tyres wear?

Personal injury claim companies keep contacting me after an accident - where are they getting my details from?

Some very minor damage occurred to my wing while my car was parked on the road. The dash cam caught everything and the errant driver owned-up and elected to settle via her insurance. Direct Line were the...

I hit a cyclist at a junction - if he claims will I lose my No Claims Bonus?

Yesterday I had an accident with a cyclist. I was at fault; I went into the back of him at a junction on a roundabout. I expected him to move as I had seen the traffic was clear to my right, so I moved...

What's the best car for a 90-mile daily commute?

I am going to be commuting about 90 miles a day and have a £5000 budget. What car do you suggest?

I bought a car from eBay without doing an HPI check and have now discovered it’s Cat N write off - what can I do?

I just purchased a vehicle without doing an HPI check before and bought the car from eBay but now discovered it’s total loss Cat N. I need help please?

I bought a used car that didn't come with the promised warranty - what can I do?

I bought a Nissan Pathfinder with a tow bar and 12 months warranty from a ltd company in Dec 2017. The guy handed me the documents and a leaflet about some bronze warranty and said he would get his secretary...