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I presently have a Mercedes-Benz E-Class diesel but am thinking of a greener option for the future. However, I am sure I am not alone in seeing "range anxiety" as my biggest worry and am therefore very...
I would be grateful for your up to date guidance on my next car, a small automatic, probably an SUV. I want a new car at a discount, at a price that I hope will not exceed £20k by too much. Apart from...
I am considering changing my 2019 Ford Focus auto (with the dial selector) for a new Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI DSG. I am very disappointed with the Ford auto 'box and will not consider another Ford because of...
What is the best used estate to buy?
Do electric cars need running in like petrol and diesel models? I'm buying a new Kia e-Niro 4. The dealer says they have several in their storage compound. Do I need to worry that it has potentially been...
Does MG make a small SUV? If so, can you tell me what it is?
Could you please recommend a mid-size car with ease of passenger access and pliant ride quality?
I have severe and chronic back pain. Road conditions these days are generally not very good, especially with speed humps, potholes and even driving over a drain in the road you can often feel a big bump....
I currently drive a Mitsubishi Shogun, I would like to replace it with an all-electric or hybrid SUV but I have been told that I won't be able to pull as much weight as I pull now. The Shogun hauls 3250kg,...
My partner drives a 2003 Audi A6 Avant TDi with 200+ miles on the clock and has a phobia of change. Which modern estate car: a) has a large flat load area (>1800 mm L x 1000 mm W between arches). b) is...