Which Toyota Yaris should I buy?

I am looking to buy a Toyota Yaris 1.4D for my length daily commute. I have found a 2013 car with 34 miles on the clock for £13,495. but am not sure if this is better value than a 2010 car with 46,000...

Should I have the DPF removed from my Dacia Duster?

I read your column with interest each week and you constantly reiterate the problems with DPF and short journeys. I recently purchased a Dacia Duster, which I am extremely pleased with; nowhere near as...

Recommend a 7-seater vehicle for short journeys and occasional long trips?

We currently have a Toyota Verso 2.0 D-4D T-Spirit as a company car. It has 33,000 miles and will be four years old in November. We have been given a price of £10,550 to buy it. Would this be a good move,...

Buying a used car to cover lots of short trips- which is best for £3000?

I’m looking to buy a new car to cover lots of short trips. Overall, I drive 12 times a day, but only cover 20 miles. We have £3000 to spend and the car must be big enough for the family and have a bit...

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.

Which diesel is best for short journeys?

I'm looking at buying/leasing a new crossover. I play drums in a band so a small car is not an option. I work from home four days a week and drive a short urban journey once a week. Overall I cover 80...

Should I repair my car or scrap it?

I have a Volkswagen Golf estate that’s covered 88,000 miles. The car is a diesel, with a DPF, but I haven’t had any problems bar a hole in the engine block. The question is, is it worth replacing the engine...

Diesel engine losing power - what's the fault?

My 2007 Honda CRV diesel has started slowing and hesitating when putting my foot down on the accelerator. I took it to my local garage, who temporarily fixed it by running the car at high revs for half...

Which model of Fiat 500 is the best to buy for motorway journeys and city driving?

My girlfriend is very keen to purchase a Fiat 500 Lounge. She will cover 12-14,000 miles a year of which two-thirds will be motorway commuting, the rest city driving. I am not sure which engine is best...

Is the Mazda 6 Tourer automatic known for DPF problems?

I'm thinking of buying a Mazda 6 Tourer, but the auto version that I want is only available with a diesel engine and 19-inch wheels. Have the DPF problems been sorted and is the ride ok on these wheels?