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I need to replace my 2016 Hyundai Tucson 2.0 CRDi with something (petrol) that can tow at least 2500 kg. I am torn between getting a reliable, robust SUV for towing, at least Euro4, low mileage, which...
What is a suitable car for elderly parents as passengers? And what is the best car for easy access? I can spend around £20k.
Can you recommend a small, inexpensive EV (new or nearly new) that is definitely capable of carrying bikes on the roof? Range is not too important and we prefer simplicity and traditional controls over...
Is it possible to buy a nearly new small suv automatic with a budget of £15,000? If so what would you recommend?
I have restricted movement of my legs and have problems getting in and out of cars. My VW Passat was a lovely car but low to the ground making it difficult to get out of. I changed it for a BMW X1 thinking...
I currently drive a 67 plate Land Rover Discovery 5 with 60,000 plus miles on the clock. I am thinking it is probably time to change before something major goes wrong. I have been thinking of dropping...
I have to move a large collection of boxes from England to Italy and I want to buy a suitable car, probably an estate or something van-based. What is the best option?
We would welcome your thoughts on a replacement of a 15 year old diesel Skoda Fabia Estate which is now economically unrepairable. It was a great car for the family as though small sized, the boot was...
I have put down a deposit on a Hyundai i10 with 34,303 miles on the clock. The MoT history shows no fails and two minor advisories from years ago - other than that it's a clean sheet. However, from 2021...
We bought my daughter a 2004 Citroen Xsara Picasso as a bargain from a friend a few years ago. It is starting to cost her and her partner serious money to keep on the road and they now think they ought...