Are the official fuel economy figures for plug-in hybrids accurate?

Are the mpg figures for the Jaguar F-Pace petrol plug-in believable? How are they calculated?

I do very low mileage. Should I get a diesel or hybrid?

I'm looking to change my car (petrol Nissan Qashqai) to an automatic as I do around 3000 miles a year, mostly town driving and the odd motorway trip. My wife is disabled with hip problems so I need something...

Do I need to replace the cam belt in my car?

I do low annual mileage - about 5000. Volkswagen tells me that I should now spend about £400 on a new cam belt and associated hardware for my Touran. I know that a breaking cam belt wreaks horrible engine...

Are all Land Rovers now automatics?

I'm considering replacing my Freelander and would like another Land Rover. I would like another manual but it would seem that most models are now automatic. Which model would you recommend? It doesn't...

What is the future of classic cars?

What is the future for classic cars and should I buy one now that I am able to do so?

I have wear just on the outer edges of my rear tyres. Why's that?

Why have I got wear on the outer edges of the rear tyres?

How will electric cars perform if snowed in by the weather?

How do you think electric vehicles will perform when completely stuck in a traffic jam due to snow or ice compared to petrol and diesel vehicles given the difference in the amount of charge left for heating...

Our work van isn't ULEZ-exempt. Can we retrofit tech to make it compliant?

We have a company van (Vauxhall Vivaro 1.6 Bi-turbo, registered in March 2016). When we purchased the van from the main dealer in April 2016, he gave us the impression that the van would comply with the...

What's the best dash camera?

What’s the best dashcam for £150-£200?

Can you suggest a family car with a big boot that'll be reliable?

I have 2 teenage girls and need to trade in my small Fiat for something which is big enough to put a tent and some paddleboards in the boot. It also needs to be easy to park. I don’t care two hoots about...

How do I safely pay for a car in lockdown?

I'm in Manchester and there's a rare car in Kent that's available privately. I've spoken with owner extensively and we have agreed on a deal. But how do I get there and pay for the car? Under current lockdown...

How can the average driver afford a new electric car?

I've just read the review of a Polestar 2. A look into the leasing deals on the internet mean that the cost for 36 months is £26K plus running costs. Working out the yearly rate for this vehicle is £8700+...

Which small cars are the cheapest to tax?

Which make and modes have the cheapest car tax? It also needs to be good for very short journeys i.e. 3 miles per day, not driven much at weekends. Thanks.

My car has done very few miles since the last service. Does it actually need serviced again?

My 2018 Mercedes C-Class Estate is due for an MOT and service. Since the last service, it's only done 330 miles (total miles: 6207). Mercedes want £583. Do I even need to get it serviced?

Is a used car with very low mileage cause for concern?

I’ve seen a BMW 320i M Sport that I’m rather interested in. It’s at the main dealer. It was registered in late July 2017 but has covered only 2500 miles. Is that low mileage likely to be a problem? I tend...

What tyres will offer my van more grip off-road?

I run a 2016 Mercedes-Benz Vito to transport my off-road motorcycle to and from events, mainly on motorways followed by narrow lanes, tracks and fields. I'm looking for a tyre with better grip off-road...

My car keeps going back to the dealer under warranty for a water leak. What rights do I have?

I purchased a 2018 BMW convertible from a BMW dealership with 4000 miles on the clock. The car has been back to the dealership on five occasions for a water leak in the boot area and also in the driver's...

Why is PCH cheaper than PCP?

Why are contract hire prices so much lower than PCPs? You don't own the car at the end but there is very little equity in it if you do.

Can you advise on the safety of the keyless models?

From looking online, it appears that the 2017 Suzuki Vitara SZ5 model was available with keyless or key ignition that year judging by the photos I have seen of the car. Can you advise on the safety of...

Should I get a Honda Jazz or Ford Fiesta?

I've narrowed my search down to a Ford Fiesta 1.0 turboboost or Honda Jazz 1.33. Both are 2016 models with just under 20,000 miles on the clock. I intend to run the car for 10 years and add a further 70,000...

I'm having trouble finding the car I want in NI. How do you suggest I buy it?

I'm having trouble finding the car I want (Ford Mustang Convertible) in Northern Ireland. If I have to get one from Britain, there's no way I can take it back easily if anything went wrong. How do you...

Can you recommend a sports car for a tall driver?

I've not long retired and would like to get a nippy sports car. I have a budget of about £10k. I'm 6ft 8ins tall and feel my choice may be very limited. Any ideas as to what I might fit in?

What would you recommend to replace a Peugeot 206?

My Peugeot 206 is nearing the end of its life. Even though it has only done 76,000 miles, there have been too many problems keeping it going. Can you recommend something small, uninspiring, inexpensive...

What cars will take 3 child seats in the back row?

We're a family of five. Could you please tell me if it’s possible to get 3 child seats across the back row of the Audi Q5, BMW X3 or Volvo XC60?

I need a ULEZ-compliant family car. Could you make some suggestions?

I live just outside London and my car is about to be rendered useless by the ULEZ. I have a Ford S-MAX (diesel 2.0-litre) and although I'm used to the space, I don’t really need a 7-seater. I'm totally...

I have a diesel car that's been sat around for 8 months. Could this cause the injectors to fail?

The engine in my diesel Mercedes was fine before but it was left sitting for nearly eight months, without starting. When it was started again the engine was running, but at low RPM (about 50%). The injectors...

Should my next car be electric or petrol?

I will be without a car for 6 months as the police are kindly looking after my licence. I currently have a diesel Kia Sportage, which I will sell. I want a 4x4. What fuel type should I buy? From doing...

How do you charge a hybrid car?

How does a hybrid charge?

Which cars still offer a CD player?

Which small cars have a CD player?

What's the best polish and wax to use on a car?

What would you say the best polish/wax is to use? Is there a method? Stay safe.

Garage says brakes are rusty and need cleaned due to lack of driving. Is this right?

My daughter in law took her Mazda MX-5 for a service this week. It's about eighteen months old and she has had it since June 2020. Due to lockdown, though, she's not driven too much. The dealer rang her...

I'm irritated by the EU and want to change our cars for non-European alternatives. Suggestions?

Irritated by EU machinations, I’m increasingly inclined to change our BMW X2 and Audi TT Sport (both 2-litre petrol & auto) for non-European alternatives, which frankly is proving a very difficult proposition....

What's the best petrol hatchback?

I will be changing from an estate to a hatchback as the space is not used. Top choice at the moment is a Golf. My preferences are petrol (annual mileage 10k), automatic and a bit of grunt so around 150ps....

I want to treat myself to a flashy, economical car for 10k. What do you suggest?

I’m turning 50 this year and I figured I finally deserve a treat. I’ve decided to trade in (or scrap) my beloved, well-aged and slightly banged up 1.0-litre Nissan note. Please don’t judge me but now I...

What are the most economical cars?

Do you have a top 10 or similar of most economical cars? It would be nice to see a list that would have specific engines included, i.e. Ford Focus 1.5 diesel.

Can you suggest a small, premium hybrid?

I drive a 4-year-old Mercedes C-Class - which I love. But even before lockdown, I thought it was time to get a smaller car and venture into the world of hybrids. I'm looking for a high-spec, small, self-charging...

My car has been stuck abroad for over a year. What should I check when I get back to it?

I've had a Volkswagen Passat Estate parked in an underground car park in Spain. The battery is disconnected. We have not been to Spain since November 2019 and do not know when we can get back. What problems...

Will I be able to attend a speed awareness course?

My speeding points from 2017 expired in December, but I have another ticket from November 2020. Will I be offered the speed awareness course or not as the offence was within 3 years of my last offence?

Does the Garmin Mini dash cam overheat?

There is information available stating that if you enable parking mode on the Garmin Mini Dash cam then the units overheat. Can you elaborate, please?

Why are my tyres wearing out so quickly?

I have a BMW X3 M40d purchased November 2019. It's done around 10, 500 miles in that time mostly around town with only a few motorway trips. It's just had its first service and I've been informed that...

I want one last great diesel estate car. What would you recommend as a simple option?

I drive 25,000 business miles per year and do not think battery-electric would be suitable for my next vehicle. I recently saw an advert for the advanced technology on an Audi diesel and it frightened...

Can you get a crossover hybrid with a manual transmission?

I'm looking to replace two cars with one. My wife loves her Nissan Qashqai and I need an estate type car. We would like to change to a petrol hybrid. Can you get a crossover hybrid with a manual transmission?

I have slight damage to my car after a scrape. Should I inform my insurance company?

Trying to get through a narrow gap to get off a garage forecourt, I scraped my car against the bumper of a large lorry. No damage at all to the lorries bumper, but I have a slight depression in the rear...

Should I use ordinary diesel or super diesel?

I have a 2012 V70 2.0-litre diesel with just over 70,000 miles. It's extremely quiet and comfortable with no rattles, knocks or squeaks and I fill up 2 out of 3 times with super diesel. Living in rural...

Can a car be sold without a service book?

Is a dealer allowed to sell a car knowing there's no service book and not informing the buyer of this fact? Also, would they be duty-bound to inform the buyer that the car has been repaired?