Are there any new vans available without a DPF?

Can you tell me if there is van available that does not have a DPF? I drive 10 miles per day, with the odd run of 35 to 60 miles every six weeks.

Are SUVs subject to the same safety requirements as cars?

Are SUVs and light vans subjected to the same safety requirements and crash tests as cars?

Should I get a diesel or petrol van for short journeys?

I have often read in your column of the shortcomings of diesel engines when used for frequent short runs, particularly the huge expense of replacing a DPF. I am in the process of a career change, becoming...

Automatic transmission in a small van?

I own an automatic transmission Renault Kangoo (petrol). I have done over 100K miles in less than six years. Never had major problems with it - fingers crossed - and I've changed the timing belt at 70k...

My heater isn't working

I have an Escort van 1.8 (non turbo) diesel everything works ticks over etc - but the problem is non of the heating works...

MINI's new Clubvan - can you tell me a bit about it?

I drove past a MINI dealership the other night and noticed something called a 'Clubvan' that's arriving in 2013. I've never heard of it before - can you tell me a bit about it? I'm a self-employed electrician...