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I have a new Fiat 500 with stop/start, but the system refuses to work. It has been back to the garage numerous times because the stop/start does not apply itself when it should, and when it does it does...
My 2001 Renault Clio has recently been having trouble starting. I can get in the car one time and it will start fine, the next I attempt to start the engine, turn the key fully, and there is absolutely...
I bought a 2008 Volkswagen Eos five months ago and am concerned about the DSG gearbox and the roof which is leaking. Can I still take the car back to the vendor and ask them to fix it, or is five months...
I own a 2009 Volkswagen Passatt CC GT. The yellow coil warning light keeps coming on and the car goes in to limp home mode. I’ve replaced the turbo valves and actuator, but still the problem persists....
My friend has a 2010 Touota Auris. When turning right or left all external indicator lights function as do the hazard lights when operated. However when signalling to turn left the dashboard signal display...
My 2007 Kia Picanto is suffering with heavy windscreen condensation. It’s always on the screen, but the rest of the car is dry and I can’t find any leaks. Any idea what could be causing it?
My 2001 Nissan X-Trail is giving me all sorts of problems. First, I was asked to replace the accelerator sensor and throttle body sensor, but neither fixed the car. I was asked to replace the fuel regulator,...
I have a 13 year old Audi A6 Allroad, which I use in the Alps in the winter. However, I’ve noticed that the car runs very poorly in cold weather and sometimes will refuse to start. I’ve tried using polar...
My car has had a service done recently, but after a few days the engine oil ran out. I discovered that the engine oil filler was open with no cap. Am I entitled to compensation?
I have recently bought a used Mazda 6 from a dealer with three months warranty, but after taking it for a service with a local dealer they advised car needs £4990 of work doing and is in a dangerous state....