Is the Toyota Corolla Cross coming to the UK?

My wife and I have a Toyota Corolla Touring. It's a terrific car, but we are finding that it is a bit low for getting in and out. Therefore it was good news to hear that there was a Corolla Cross which...

How reliable is the PSA 1.2 engine?

I have read a lot of bad press on the PSA 1.2 petrol engine, how much of this is actual and does it cover the turbo and non turbo engines?

What is the best all-wheel drive hybrid?

What is the best awd hybrid please?

What small SUV do you recommend?

My wife has a 71 plate Volvo XC40 2.0 litre petrol light hybrid which is a lovely car and comes highly recommended. My problem with it is that, as it's used for relatively short journeys, it manages only...

What are the advantages of hybrids compared to petrols and EVs?

Can you tell me please the advantages of buying a self charging petrol car over a straight petrol engine car or full electric car?

What winter/offroad tyres would you recommend for an Audi A4?

We have a 2015 Audi A4 quattro estate and have moved to a hilly elevated area that often suffers from winter snows. What would be a good choice of winter/offroad tyre to allow us to still drive around...

My neighbour is deliberately obscuring their numberplate to avoid ULEZ - should I report this?

We have a resident in our road who has 'stuck' leaves over her number plate to avoid detection from the ULEZ cameras. Her son is a serving police officer so we are reluctant to email/phone our local station...

Does the transmission oil need to be changed on a DCT automatic?

Have a 68 plate Hyundai i20 1.0 litre petrol with the DCT automatic transmission. It is not a torque converter automatic. Car has done approx 28k miles. Does the transmission oil needs to be changed and...

How do I update the navigation on my Hyundai Tucson?

My 2016 Hyundai Tuscon TomTom navigation no longer receives updates I am advised by a message on its screen. And I`m told there is not an option to renew. In particular via my portable plug in EE wifi...

Are Range Rovers now uninsurable in London?

I was speaking to a friend who lives near me in North London and wanted to change his car from a BMW to a Land or Range Rover and was quoted £8000 for insurance. He decided to buy an Audi Q5 instead. My...

Are there cambelt issues with the 1.2 PureTech engine?

I am thinking of buying a 2019 C4 Cactus, I have read that there are some cambelt issues, can you please advise on when you should change cambelt on these cars and should I be wary of them? And also is...

Should I replace my summer tyres with all-season?

We have a Porsche Macan fitted with Pirelli P Zero tyres which need replacing. We find the tyres superb with great grip and reasonably quiet. We wonder if we should be considering all-season tyres as a...

What's a good first car for my daughter?

My daughter has decided to buy a car. She lives in a seaside town where parking is at a premium. She needs a car that is small reliable and can get her about her town and about Cornwall where she lives....

Do I have to use a genuine oil filter in my car?

What is the difference between a genuine Citroen/ Peugeot oil filter and a non genuine one, like Bosch?

Should I replace the cambelt on a low mileage Ford Focus or sell it?

My wife's late 2008 Ford Focus 1.6 Titanium has just 31k on the clock. It has a full service history but has not had the cambelt (and the associated pumps etc) replaced. It's a hi-spec model with satnav...

My personal plate on retention seems to have disappeared, what can I do?

I’ve had a couple of plates on retention for many years. I have moved house since I got a certificate for retention. I recently tried to re activate them and they say there’s no record of them. What can...

Is it safe to mix cross climate and summer tyres?

Is it safe to mix summer tyres with cross climate tyres?

Can I register my new car on my private plate?

I have a new car on order. When it arrives I would like the dealer to register it with a number (current number at the time) bought from DVLA containing my wife's initials. We did this before with an...

Can my Ford Fiesta mild hybrid really do 70mpg?

I purchased Ford Fiesta Titanium mild hybrid in April. Have made two journeys from Cumbria to stafford, 350 miles return, and on both occasions I am averaging 76/77mpg driving at a steady 55/60mph. Always...

What's the best car for a disabled driver?

I have severe upper limb mobility and struggle to drive even with a steering spinner as my Mini Clubman is so low. I cannot operate tailgates at all by hand and cannot reach up above chest level. What...

What car should I choose for reliability and comfort over long distances?

I’ve had few cars over the years and am currently running a Subaru Outback 3.0-litre at 142k. 25 mpg and top rate VED with inevitable big bills ahead - do I stick or twist? We do 30k plus a year, rural...

What's the best 4x4 for towing a horse box?

What would you suggest for an SUV 4x4 with towing capacity of 2000kg to tow a horse box. My ideal car, a Volvo XC60, is like looking for hen’s teeth. Budget is £20k.

How often should I replace the fuel filter on my car?

How often does the fuel filter on my MINI Countryman 1.6d 2013 need changing?

Does the transmission fluid need changing in my BMW?

I have a BMW 220d xDrive auto Active Tourer. It is 8 years old and has done 103,000 miles. I am advised by BMW that there is no requirement to ever change the auto transmission oil but a local autobox...

My old Peugeot 407 has failed its MoT, should I pay £2000 to have it repaired?

I have a 16-year old Peugeot 407 which has just failed its MOT, mainly because of all the electronic problems causing alarms showing about ABS, the speedometer not working, and other things. Will it...

How much should it cost to repair a driver's seat belt?

How much should it cost to repair seat belt which is not retracting properly?

What's the best hybrid for towing a caravan?

I have a twin axle Swift caravan of about 1.7t that I need to tow. In an ideal world I'd like an at least a 2.0 litre 4x4 with a high ride and diesel/electric that means I go electric most of the time,...

My Fiesta's head gasket is failing, what can I do?

I have a 2006 Ford Fiesta diesel and I'm getting a lot of oil into coolant. It still runs fine, I have put a sealer in water but makes no difference, is it worth trying to put something in the oil? It's...

Can I drive my car if it failed an MoT but still has a certificate within date?

I have had my car MoT'd 3 weeks earlier than the expiry date of current certificate, unfortunately the car failed its test. Can I legally drive the car for the next 3 weeks until current certificate expires?

What's the best used EV for around £12,000?

As a family we have an Audi Q4 (my wife’s work car) and a Land Rover Discovery Sport (now 6 years old). I would love to be completely EV, but the 3+ long trips to the Alps we do each year with skis, bikes...

Does the Nissan X-Trail suffer from a bad throttle connection?

My wife is test driving a 2021 Nissan X-Trail 1.6 diesel auto this week. Somebody I know just bought a Nissan Juke petrol auto and he's told me he's returning it for a refund, as he says there's travel...

What's the best seven seater for an Uber driver?

I am an Uber driver and do more short journeys than long. I need 7 seats - what do you recommend

Is it safe to drive my car with an AdBlu fault?

My Citroen C3 Picasso has had AdBlu added and pump cleaned but the warning light is still coming on. Is it okay to drive or is it dangerous?

Do we need to tell our insurer about my wife's hip replacement?

My wife recently had a hip replacement and is now well on the road to recovery (8 weeks). Firstly, is she now allowed to drive? And secondly, does she need to inform her insurer of this procedure?

My Ford Puma rear discs are suffering from repeated corrosion, what could be the cause?

I bought my new Puma in October 2020. At the two year service, I was advised the rear discs were badly pitted and corroded, and as I noticed some uncomfortable braking, I had new rear discs and pads at...

Do I need to replace my lost driver’s licence?

I’ve lost my driver’s licence which I renewed in April and, as I’m now 73, will need to be renewed again in 2026. As all my details are on the DVLA website, is it a legal requirement to apply for a replacement...

What's the difference between Michelin Cross Climate+ and Cross Climate 2?

My 2017 VW Golf GTE has 225/40-18 tyres which will soon need replacing. The Michelin Cross Climates are attractive and often recommended by you. However, the runflat version (Zero Pressure) only seems...

Do I need to keep my run flat tyres for insurance purposes?

I have Mercedes E350 with run flat tyres, if I replace these with ordinary tyres would this affect the insurance or my Mercedes service and breakdown cover?

How accurate are used car valuations?

My last car was an Accord estate, sold in Sep 2015 having been owned by me from new in 2007. WeBuyAnyCar offered me £2650 whilst the Mazda dealer where I bought my current Mazda 6 from didn't want to buy...

If I change tyre size will this make the speedometer inaccurate?

If the smaller of the two numbers on a tyre relates to height will remaining on the same size wheel with taller tyre not affect speedo readings?

Where can I get Chevrolet car parts?

I’m having issues sourcing Chevrolet Car parts. A few items need to be replaced on my Chevrolet Orlando but keep finding issues to sourcing the parts that are no longer available. When Chevrolet announced...

Should I service and MoT my car before I replace it?

I will be changing my 19 plate Toyota Corolla for a brand new one in early March 2024. My current car is due for an annual service and MoT on the 10th. Would it be prudent of me to have it serviced and...

What battery charger do you recommend?

What charger do I need to replenish my 2021 Fiesta Active X Edition T MHEV flat battery please

Is there a better alternative than a Skoda Kamiq out there?

I have a Skoda Kamiq (an excellent motor) but am ready for a change. I don't know whether to wait for the new updated 2024 Kamiq, or to go for something completely different. If I was to change, can you...

The DVLA is showing different details for a vehicle than the Motor Insurance Database - is this an offence?

If a car is showing on the DVLA as a particular make, but the Motor Insurance Database has it as a totally different make eg MG(DVLA) Renault(MID) is this an offence?

Can I fit smaller wheels to my Volvo XC40 to improve the ride comfort?

Can I change my wheels to 18-inch from 19-inch on my Volvo XC40 T5? I have had two different opinions from Volvo dealers. I find the ride hard on 19-inch Continentals.

My car has been given a Cat S write-off status - can I contest this?

My car was given a Cat S write-off without any Inspection. Can I request an inspection? Could the Cat S status be cancelled if the inspection results were favourable?

Is the Audi A1 expensive to insure for a young driver?

Is an Audi A1 one expensive to insure for a young driver?

What is my 2000 Jaguar XJ worth?

I have owned my XJ saloon since new, bought in 08 /2000. Mileage is 33000, in good condition. Just about to move home, without space to keep as a second car. Would it be possible to provide a rough indication...

Is it illegal to remove the AdBlu system?

Is it illegal to disable the AdBlu system and can the disablement be checked say with a MoT?