What can I use to restore and protect the hood on my convertible?

My 2007 Jaguar XKR soft-top is in need of some TLC. The car is kept outside on my drive and the fabric is beginning to look a bit tired with some discolouration in places. The fabric is a light tan colour...

My BMW is being recalled and the replacement car isn't a suitable replacement - what do you advise I do?

My diesel BMW 5 Series Touring has a recall. When booking I was told (verbally) that the replacement part was in stock and that an X2 was available for loan - so I could load my fishing tackle. On taking...

Are disabled drivers exempt from paying the higher rate of VED on cars costing over £40,000?

A relative of mine has just been awarded the enhanced mobility on Personal Independence Payment. The car that he wants to buy (a Discovery Sport) isn’t available on the Motability scheme and he prefers...

I car reversed off a drive into me as I was carrying out a three-point turn - who is at fault?

I was doing a three-point turn at the bottom of a cul de sac and as I clicked out of reverse to go forward, a car reversed off their drive into me. They are claiming we were both in reverse for a 50/50...

What's the best way to clean suede car seats?

My son has an Audi Q7 with half leather seats. What is the best way and the best products to use to clean the suede type upholstery in the middle of the seats?

I want to reduce the cost of my motoring - what electric car should I choose?

I would like to swap my 15-plate BMW 1 Series M Sport for an electric car to do the school run, which is a 20-mile round trip, and occasionally a 65-mile run to the airport. On the assumption there is...

What should I replace my Land Rover Freelander 2 with?

I currently have a 9-year-old Freelander 2 which limits the downhill speed in bad winter weather to about 3 mph down a narrow private country hill road where I live. I am considering replacing the Freelander...

Which city car suits very low mileage use?

Which city car suits very low mileage use?

My car doesn't meet the Ultra Low Emissions Zone standards - what car do you recommend I buy to tow a 1420kg caravan?

I live in London within a mile of the proposed new extended boundary of the South/North Circular for the ULEZ, due to start in October 2021. I drive a 2013 Kia Sorento CRDi, which I need to tow my caravan...

A friend and I have decided to drive to Italy - what used car would you suggest for a road trip?

A friend and I have decided to drive down to Italy and meet our wives (they are flying down) for a weeks holiday. We thought we would take in the Nurburgring for a lap or two. We need to buy a car to get...

I took out car insurance two months ago but my car still shows as uninsured - have I been the victim of a fake insurance firm?

I took out an insurance policy two months ago. Until today, my car is still not showing as insured on the MID website. The insurance company are no longer accepting any calls. It's like they have vanished....

Are there any dash camera apps you'd recommend?

I saw an advert for a dash camera app for my iPhone. Are any of dash cam apps worth getting and would they be as efficient as a proper dash cam?

If I buy a small van that runs on LPG - will I be able to drive it around Europe?

I am interested in buying a small camper (Transit size). I am concerned about new diesel regulations but I want to be able to tour Europe. What base model would you advise? Can you get small vans run on...

I unwittingly bought a stolen car - how can I find out who the insurer was when it was written off?

I fell victim of a car cloning scam and now the police have seized my car. How can I find who was the insurer that paid the legitimate owner off when it was declared stolen so I can discuss the possibility...

Do insurers charge higher premiums if a car is leased rather than owned?

Do motor insurers charge higher premiums if a car is leased rather than owned by the insured?

What hybrid car would you recommend?

We are thinking of buying a hybrid car for up to £20,000. Which would you go for and why?

What's the best value for money car to do 36,000 miles per year?

I'm starting a new job and will travel 120 miles round trip each day, about half motorway and half A/B roads. I don't know if it'd be better to buy new, take out a finance deal or buy a high mileage secondhand...

My sons insurance was cancelled - for how long will this affect his future insurance costs?

My son had his insurance cancelled after eight months due to three telematics warnings from his insurance company. They are saying that they can still insure him, albeit with a hike in price by £1300....

What's the best app to find public charging points for electric cars?

What apps do I need for a holiday trip around the south coast and West Country with my new e-Golf?

Which electric car polisher would you recommend?

Can you recommend an electric car polisher for home use, please?

Should brake fluid in a new car be changed after three years?

I have just taken my 2016 Ford Kuga in for its three year/30,000 mile service. Ford apparently does not change the brake fluid unless you specifically ask for it to be done and it is at extra cost? Surely...

We bought a car on a PCP but when it arrived it had a smaller engine than was stated - what can we do?

We recently purchased a car on a PCP, using our old car as a trade in. The car we purchased from the dealership was advertised as a 2.0-litre. All signed paperwork states this. On receipt of the V5C, it...

We had the front tyres on our Sportage replaced and Kia says this has broken the four-wheel drive system?

We had the front tyres only replaced by a local tyre company on our Kia Sportage. Kia says the difference in tread between front and back has broken the four-wheel drive system and will cost £2k to repair....

How do I know when the AdBlue in my car needs refilling?

I have a Skoda with AdBlue. It has been showing 5500 miles till it needs to be refilled. Currently, the car has covered just over 500 miles, but it's still showing 5500 miles on the AdBlue. Does the counter...

We want a comfortable car for our retirement - what do you suggest?

I am looking for a retirement car. The vehicle should be comfortable - as we will do around 7k motorway miles a year - as well as having a practical boot for a dog. Overall mileage will be around 11k per...

Can I tow a caravan with an electric car?

Are any electric cars able to tow caravans?

What's the best small automatic car for £12,000?

What's the best small automatic car for £12,000?

Will there be problems getting parts for a Honda FR-V in the future?

I am considering buying a Honda FR-V. I am slightly concerned about getting parts in case of a breakdown. Honda discontinued the FR-V in 2011. Would finding parts be a problem? I am planning to keep the...

Can you advise some rear-facing car seats for 9 months to four years?

What are the best rear-facing car seats for a Ford Fiesta. I need one for 9 months to four years old. Thanks.

Is there a scam going with the automatic renewal process of existing car insurance policies?

Is there a scam going with the automatic renewal process of existing car insurance policies? I ask this because having received my automatic renewal letter from LV insurance I attempted to contact them...

Can I recover the cost of increased insurance premiums from a third party following a no-fault accident?

I was reverse parking when a car came out of a side road and caused damage to my vehicle rear bumper. It has been registered as a no-fault accident, and while I have 9+ years protected NCD, I suspect that...

What car tracker do you recommend?

What's a good device to buy for tracking a car?

Do I have to have my car serviced at a main dealer to preserve the warranty?

I have recently purchased a three-year-old Toyota Auris. Do I have to have it serviced at a main dealer to keep the remainder of the warranty or can it be done by any garage?

Are there any cars with fold flat seats that can be used as a camper?

I'm looking for an older used car that can be used as a camper sometimes. It will need back seats that fold down completely flat for a double or small double mattress. Ideally, something that costs max...

We bought a used car and discovered a water leak - should we return it or get it repaired?

I bought a used Fiesta EcoBoost from Evans Halshaw and after three weeks I noticed there's a 10mm gap where the windscreen meets the cowl vent. When we bought the car the manual was wet and I assumed the...

Can I change the wheels on my Jaguar XJ40 to Kent alloys?

I own a 1990 Jaguar XJ40 and want to replace the teardrop alloys with the older Kent alloys. I'm told they may not fit because of the size difference on the inside rim touching the XJ40 brake calipers....

Which is better - a coupe or a soft top MX5?

Is the Mazda MX5 Mk3 soft top as vulnerable to rust on the rear arches as the Mk2? I'm trying to choose between the coupe and the soft top Mk3 MX5. Are there issues with the power operated coupe hoods...

Is Dynamic Chassis Control on a Volkswagen Golf SV worth the money?

Is the DCC option on a Volkswagen Golf SV worth the money? I only would average 3500 to 4000 miles per year.

My car has been sat for six years with some diesel in the tank - should I drain it before starting it?

I have had a 2003 Mercedes-Benz E320 CDI sitting on the drive for the last six years with some diesel fuel in the tank. Now I am about to restart using the car again, do I have to drain out the old fuel...

What's a good used car for commuting?

I drive a BMW 535d and park outside my work. When I leave to go home I have had four marks on it, scratches, dents on various parts of the paintwork over the past two years. I have had enough of these...

What is better for an MPV - a diesel or petrol?

Diesel seems to be receiving bad press recently and diesel is more expensive than petrol. I intend to buy a nearly new MPV in the near future (probably a Citroen Grand C4 Picasso) and was hoping for your...

What's a good small car with no boot lip that will be dog-friendly?

I am looking for small family car but lots seem to have a steep boot lip, which is tricky with a dog jumping in and out. Are there any small cars with false floors/no lip?

What is better over a six-year period - leasing or buying?

What is better for cost over a six-year period - leasing or buying? I'm looking at a small hatch like Volkswagen Polo or Honda Jazz.

Do you recommend run flat tyres?

Do you recommend run flat tyres?

I bought a used car from a dealer that's faulty - can I return the car or get them to fix it?

I bought a used car eight days ago from a used car garage and it has started to make a whine from the gearbox. I rang them up and they said you will have warranty cover through the AA. I got the AA out...

What are the best car cleaning products to give my car that 'like new' look?

I am looking to wash my car want to restore to the optimum near new look, eliminating as many scratches as possible while restoring colour and ensuring protection and providing all round protection. Ideally,...

Are faulty headlamp washers an MoT fail?

My 1996 Daihatsu Fourtrak is due its MoT soon and I've noticed that the headlamp washers don't work. Is this an MoT failure?

Why do I see an increasing amount of new cars driving without rear lights on although they appear to have sidelights on at the front?

I see an increasing amount of new cars driving without rear lights on although they appear to have sidelights on at the front. Am I imagining this or is it some money saving device by car makers

Where can I get parts for a Toyota Carina E?

I have a Toyota Carina E and am having terrible problems in sourcing a rear brake splitter. I am trying to register it to French plates but need this part to get the MoT.

Do I need to screen my keyless car key when I'm at home?

If a key has a button to open the car door and you press a different button to start the car, do you need to screen the key when at home?