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I own a Skoda Yeti diesel, which I have used for towing a caravan for the past six years. Due to our advancing years, we have decided to give up caravanning and no longer need a diesel car. We will probably...
When electric vehicles are discussed, one thing I do not see mentioned is whether older drivers should change from manual to electric. Electric vehicles must be automatic or equivalent to an automatic....
I bought a 1.5 TSI VW Passat Estate GT in September and I'm very happy with the buy. I moved from a 2.0 TDI to the mid-sized petrol engine due to the overall MPG and power. This move was mainly down to...
I've owned a Renault Grand Modus for the last 7years. I Iike the car very much, but it's showing it's age. I have £7000 - £10,000 to spend on a used car and I have been offered £1000 for my Modus against...
Why are electric cars so expensive? Surely nearly all the components are cheaper to produce than conventional petrol/diesel versions.
I live in the London suburbs and drive 5000 miles per year (mostly in London with most return journeys no longer than 130 miles) so I am thinking about an electric car when I replace my current car. My...
I drive 4000 miles a year mainly in London. Which is the best new car to purchase - petrol/petrol hybrid or electric?
I am becoming more interested in purchasing an electric car and at the age of 72 and a low mileage driver want it to last a long time. I imagine that the battery in an electric car is a lot different from...
I have a Nissan Micra which I am considering replacing for an automatic city car. I like the Kia Picanto. However, I am wondering if I should consider buying an electric car? My mileage is around 4000...
There is a good choice of electric cars but what happens when you drive through a ford or water?
 

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