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I'm in my late 60s and getting ready to take my test for the first time in a few months. Which car would you recommend for me to buy please?
I am returning to the UK after some years and shall need to change my car. I currently have a Renault Kangoo diesel. It's economical, spacious, comfortable, with upright, high and I love the sliding doors...
What's the most comfortable riding car for rough roads and potholes?
I have a 2013 Nissan Qashqai 1.6 petrol. I am looking to change it, but the newer ones all seem to have smaller engines with boosters. Does that mean that the engine will work that much harder and so not...
I read the motoring press and see mention of differing types of automatic transmission. But what are the different types and which is best?
My wife drives a manual Volkswagen Tiguan. She has a disability and now needs a smaller car but with a similar height to the Tiguan. Four-wheel drive is not essential although it does need to accommodate...
My wife has a four year old Twingo which she likes very much but physical necessity means she needs to change to a used automatic that is not too much bigger and not too expensive to run. Is there something...
I am looking to set up as a private hire driver but have very little knowledge when it comes to cars. Any recommendation please and the reasons why?
I have a Ford Tourneo Connect from Motability. I need a similar size (with a back for two pointer size dogs), tall enough for easy access, removable back seats and that is a hybrid for access to London....
I'm looking for a reliable, quality large estate for under £20k, no more than five years old. I'm trying to decide between an older Mercedes E Class or a newer Ford Mondeo or similar size options.