I sold a car but the insurance is valid for a couple more months - can I drive another person's car on that policy?

I sold my car a couple of days ago and my insurance policy runs until the end of July. On that policy, I’m covered for third party liability when I drive another car with the owner’s permission. In June,...

My car was towed while awaiting repairs - should the garage pay for the fine because they parked it on the road?

My car has spent several weeks at the garage waiting to be repaired (parts coming from the US) in the mean time the tax and MoT had expired. I didn't think this was a problem because last time I saw the...

Water is leaking through a windscreen replacement - is the dealer liable for selling me a faulty car?

I have a 2012 Vauxhall Insignia. I noticed dampness in the drivers footwell so I took it to a Vauxhall dealership under warranty. After a long investigation, they came to the conclusion that it was an...

My classic was damaged inside a rented garage - who is liable?

I rent a garage from a local housing association and I park my classic Saab 900 in there. I recently visited the garage to find that they had replaced the roof without informing and with the car in situ....

My Skoda Superb on a four-year PCP is faulty - should I reject it in case it can't be fixed?

I took out a four-year PCP on a Skoda Superb in October 2017. I quickly realised there was an issue with the gearbox, particularly when changing between second and third gear. They attempted to fix it...

A delivery moped hit my son's car - should the company that employ the rider pay for the damage?

My son bought a used SEAT Leon FR from a friend two weeks ago for £2000. It was in excellent condition with a full service history. On Thursday, two young lads on pizza delivery mopeds came to his place...

A driver who couldn't stop in the snow hit my van - is he wholly liable?

I was traveling up a hill in snow doing 18mph recently. A pickup truck, which was coming down the hill too quickly, couldn’t stop and went up verge - then back down into the rear of my van. He is claiming...

Should you admit liability after an accident?

I often read in your questions that the third party admitted liability. I always understood that one must NOT do that as it will reduce the negotiating stance of the insurance company. Otherwise, fault...

My 2010 Nissan Juke suffered the common gearbox fault - it's out of warranty, but is there anything I can do?

My 2010 Nissan Juke developed a major gearbox problem (CVT) which would cost over £4000 to repair. The car is unsafe now, and I've since seen on the internet that this is not uncommon. I've been in contact...

Is the dealer liable to pay for engine repairs on my two year old Audi A4?

I bought an Audi A4 from an Audi dealer two years ago. It's been serviced by them since purchase, with the last service in December 2017. It recently broke down and had to be towed to the Audi garage....