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My wife was hit from behind and shunted into the car in front, which shunted into a car in front of it. The impact was low and everybody stated they had no injuries. The driver who hit my wife admitted...
My Mazda CX-5 is three years old and the free sat nav updates will soon end. What is the best option taking into consideration that I have an Apple iPhone but not Apple CarPlay?
I'm a driving instructor and while on a lesson this week my car was hit by a foreign driver in a French registered car. We exchanged details, to my face he admitted liability (I have front and rear dashcam...
My son bought his dream car, a Morris Traveller. He has no garage but can have it winter stored. His thoughts about this are the poor heater in the Moggy. As a result, he will need a "reliable" banger....
I am considering purchasing a 2004 1.8 Audi TT Convertible. Could you please give me a value and tell me whether it's a future classic?
I'm thinking of buying a small, portable jump starter to keep in the glovebox just in case I get a flat battery. Is there a specific model or brand that you'd suggest looking at and how much should I pay?
I want to get some Tile trackers for my family. Are they any good and which version would you recommend? Are any of the alternatives to Tile any good?
I've seen a few of your Christmas gift guides and wondered if you have one for classic cars? Stumped as to what to get someone this Christmas. Any help would be appreciated.
The recent cold snap has got me wondering whether I should invest in a pair of snow socks or snow chains? Which are best suited to the British Winter and do you have any recommendations?
Is it my imagination or are car headlights getting ridiculously bright? Is there a maximum brightness legally allowed? As it now gets dark at tea time I spend much of my time with one hand on the wheel...
My car was a Cat N write off. A settlement has been agreed but do I have to re-insure the car and do I need to contact the DVLA? The car was bought back from insurance company.
My 2009 car has just failed its MoT for having different sized tyres on the same axle. The spare wheel (steel, but not a space saver with a speed restriction painted on it) was fitted, with the original...
Having recently purchased a Range Rover Velar from a main dealer and paid £465 road tax I have just received the following from DVLA. "It has been identified that the above mentioned vehicle has been incorrectly...
We're having our first child in the new year and unsure about which child seats that we should be looking at - it's all so confusing. Do you have any advice and - ideally - details of which you think would...
I'm looking to buy a sat nav as a Christmas present for my dad. What's the best model for under £100?
Someone reversed into my driver's door and dented it. It still opens and closes perfectly well. They admitted it was their fault. The car is a SEAT Altea probably worth £800 at best. A repair is likely...
I am seeking a car must be petrol, automatic with a full spare wheel and large boot, plus easy to get into for a person with short legs and mobility problems. I have a Passat at the moment, but it is 15...
I am thinking of buying a new SUV. Can you tell me which model is the best for comfort?
My 18-year-old daughter has recently passed her test and Grandma has offered to buy her a second-hand car, up to 3 years old, with approx. up to 20,000 miles on the clock, and 4/5 doors . What would you...
I would like to know if I can have a dash cam fitted to my 2002 ford KA that doesn't have a cigarette lighter powerpoint? And if so, where can it be connected to?
I own a 2007 Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI. A friend is selling his 2011 C350 petrol. I only do 5000 miles per year and my diesel is more economical to run, but with the impending ULEZ expansion would it be prudent...
I'm looking for a new or lowish-mileage used car that's economical and has a sunroof and (ideally) a CD player. It must be good in the snow (assuming I fit snow tyres). We have two dogs and move furniture...
I am in the market for a new SUV and (at 70) comfort takes precedence over power these days. Which SUV smooths out the bumps and gives a quiet and comfortable ride? I have a budget of £30,000.
I am looking for a small to medium-size hatchback with a petrol engine and automatic gearbox. I cover 5000 miles a year and have £7000 to spend. I currently have a Vauxhall Corsa auto, but find it a bit...
We are thinking of replacing our 2013 Ford Fiesta, which uses the 1.25 Ford Duratec engine. We are looking at the C-MAX, but can't decide between the 1.6 Duratec or 1.0 EcoBoost. Having talked to a few...
What small automatic can you recommend? My precious Toyota Yaris has just failed its MoT and needs work that is more than the car is worth. My budget is approx £5000.
Your review state the Hyundai i10...
I'm looking at either the Honda Civic 1.5 Sport Plus or the Ford Focus 1.5 EcoBoost ST Line X. I was wondering which you thought was the better option?
I currently use a diesel Range Rover Evoque 190 to tow my boat, which weighs approximately 1 tonne. I would like to change to a petrol vehicle (SUV) but am struggling to find one that has the necessary...
I'm 81 and my wife is 70 and we both have difficulty getting in/out of our saloon cars so would like a small SUV. We like our comfort and all the latest modern technologies. What do you suggest?
I need to get the code for my Ford van's radio 6000 CD. Can you help?
My daughter is considering purchasing either a new Kia Rio or a new Honda Jazz, both are petrol automatics. Which do you consider to be the best buy?
Do I really need 4x4 for snow/ice? Or are the many twp-wheel drive SUVs on sale right now better in winter weather than a standard hatchback? I'm looking for something to deal with rural Scottish weather...
What's the difference between yellow top and blue top Reliant engines?
I am looking to buys an executive sedan (3 Series, C-Class or A4) for under £5000. My annual mileage is around 10,000 miles and I'm looking to possibly get an automatic.
How much would it cost to modify a 2012 Ford Transit Van to avoid ULEZ charge?
I am looking to replace our trusty old Nissan Micra. I would like a small car that's cheap to run and very reliable. I have up to £3000 to spend.
I'm picking out a car for a friend and would be interested to know what would be a good hatch/saloon for a learner driver at under £2500? Preferably a diesel one as he intends on using it for a long commute.
I recently bought a car from a dealer that said one owner from new and the vehicle check said one owner from new. However, now I have received the V5C it shows "no of former keepers 2" on the front? Should...
I have Triumph Vitesse Convertible 2L Mk2. I have had to remove the rubber seal on the gearbox cover due to old age and have obtained the new rubber seal but it needs to be glued to the cover. It is the...
I am looking at a 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. What should I look out for? Are there any known issues or problems?
Five weeks ago I had a total hip replacement and would like to know the rules governing when I can resume driving? I’ve searched online and asked a doctor and physiotherapist but no one seems to be sure....
I went to view a secondhand car that was described by the dealer (in bold capital letters) as "1 Previous Owner". I was looking for a one-owner car. At the time of viewing the salesman told me the car...
What should I be looking out for when buying a Volkswagen T5 camper with 116,000 miles on the clock? It has eight previous owners and very little MoT and service history. The body is very good condition,...
Can I fit brighter headlight bulbs to my 2009 Ford Fusion Zetec? Will Halfords fit these bulbs?
My Mercedes SLK 250 won't unlock. Last Sunday it sat on my drive during very heavy rain and hasn't let anyone in since. The key raises the button but the car remains locked. Both keys have been tested....
What ramps do you recommend for loading a disability scooter into a Hyundai xi20?
I was wondering if you are aware of whether Toyota Corolla models are being focused on in terms of theft of the catalytic converters? I have a 2006 Prius, which has been hit twice in six months and so...
I've just switched to a new insurer and in the small print it states: "We will NOT pay a claim if your car is stolen and any tracking device, which we insist is fitted, has not been set or is not in full...
I am buying a Mk2 Volkswagen Golf GTI 16 valve from a friend which has light structural damage and has been written off as Category S. But is very repairable according to a local repair specialist. The...
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