SEAT Ibiza cambelt - when should I change?

I have a 2008 1.4-litre petrol current shape five-door Ibiza 58 plate and I wonder if you know when a cam belt has to be changed on it as I can't find it in the handbook and I've been to my local independent...

Is it a good idea to get a family friend to service an Audi?

We are looking at purchasing a 2005 55-plate Audi A4 Avant 2.0T FSI S-Line. It has done 77,000 miles. My dad (an avid follower of Honest John) says that we are silly as we wouldn't be able to afford...

Where can I view recall information for my Audi Allroad?

Is there a website that I, as a private individual, can use to access any recent recalls on my 2007 Audi Allroad? I can find recall listing sites on the web, but all are for older models.

Can we expect our ageing Skoda Fabia to develop any problems soon?

My daughter has a 2003 Skoda Fabia estate which has served her well. It has 67,000 miles on the clock. We are wondering if you could advise on any major problems that could be around the corner. We are...

Do the airbags need replacing on my 14-year-old Audi as an MOT requirement?

I gave my faithful Audi A4 Avant SE to my daughter earlier this year after buying myself a Toyota Verso. The Audi is a 1998 model and the handbook says that the airbags have to be replaced after 14 years....

Can I expect my diesel Renault Laguna to develop expensive problems soon?

In 2009 I bought a new Renault Laguna 2.0dCi 150 Initiale 50 diesel automatic. Can you tell me whether it has a diesel particulate filter, dual mass flywheel or an exhaust gas recirculation valve fitted...

How can I prepare my Jeep Cherokee for a long drive with a caravan?

I used to use my 2004 Jeep Cherokee 2.8 CRD Limited to travel backwards and forwards from Exeter to Manchester. More recently we use hire cars, so the Jeep only gets used for social, domestic and pleasure...

Why are timing belts used instead of chains?

Timing belts are expensive to replace, and my Golf needs one every four years. Do the manufacturers just fit them to create work for themselves or are there sound engineering reasons as to why some engines...

Change your oil often and it'll pay off in the long run.

I'm a devotee of regular oil and filter changes. 20,000-mile service intervals are clearly aimed at fleet operators keeping maintenance costs down and are irrelevant to many of us. I bought my 1.2-litre...

Should we trade in our 100,000-mile Volkswagen Golf?

We own a 2004 Volkswagen Golf 1.9TDI automatic that has now done almost 100,000 miles. So far it has been relatively trouble-free, although it recently needed a new alternator and battery. Would you advise...