Is the manufacturer's warranty still valid if not purchased from a main dealer?

Is the manufacturer's guarantee on a 2016 Ford Focus still valid if not purchased from a Ford dealership?

The air con failed in my Mazda 2 - why are replacements taking so long?

The air con unit packed up in my Mazda 2 and my local dealer confirmed that the condenser has failed. Due to failures they now have 18 on order from Mazda. Two months have now passed and I'm still waiting...

Warranty company refuse to honour my warranty - what should I do?

I bought a car in April and it came with a third party warranty. Just over a month later it developed a fault and I claimed it under the warranty I had. The warranty company have refused the claim stating...

I use my Volvo V70 auto to tow a caravan - is there anything I should have done to ensure it keeps running?

I own a 2011 Volvo V70, it's done 48,000 miles. It's always been serviced by a Volvo dealer and I use it for towing a 1500kg caravan about 4000 miles per year. Please advise any steps I should take, over...

Why won't my car start?

My Vauxhall Vectra won't start when I turn the key. All I get is a ticking noise. Can you please help?

I had the cam belt on my car changed seven years ago - does it need another one now it's hit 60,000 miles?

I have a 2013 Renault Clio 1.4 and it has done just shy of 60,000 miles. It's already had a cam belt change seven years ago (25,000 miles ago). Will it need another belt change?

My car door needs replaced - should I be aware of any future problems that may arise?

My car went in for servicing at the dealership garage I purchased it from. Whilst there, someone drove into it. The driver's door needs replacing. The garage will do this at their expense and give me a...

Can I modify my Audi A1 to get softer suspension?

I have an Audi A1 1.6 TDI Sport which is well built, lively and economical. The only downside is the firm suspension which is not suited to the poor quality of my local roads. Is it possible to modify...

I don't need to use Hyundai servicing to maintain the warranty - can you recommend a cheaper third party option?

I've just bought a six month old Hyundai i10. I knew their service costs are steep but I also noted you don't have to use Hyundai to maintain the warranty. Hyundai have just bought out a service plan that...

The timing chain on my 2013 Renault Clio has failed - should I push for Renault to cover the full repair costs?

I've owned my 2013 Renault Clio 0.9 since new and it has done 36,500 miles. The car has a full service history. The timing chain has failed and is currently with a Renault repair centre, customer services...