Can I endorse Miller Oils' Diesel Power Eco Max for DPF care, as used in my Vauxhall Zafira?

I have an old-school 2.0DTI in a Vauxhall Zafira. I have had issues with the EGR valve for about three years. Instead of having it replaced my local friendly garage "cleans" it and all is well, or was...

DPF regeneration problem with Passat

The DPF light suprisingly came on after a motorway run between Liverpool and Northumberland. I tried the usual of driving as the manual stated, but an extra light came on saying take to garage! I couldn't...

Fuel additives?

There is no Shell filling station locally so I use BP 'Ultimate' - but here it is 10p/litre dearer than'Regular' unleaded. Is there an additive that I can buy to use with 'Regular' and get similar benefits...

Which fuel should I use in my 1968 Volkswagen Beetle?

I have just spent nearly £7000 having a 1968 Volkswagen Beetle 1200 restored, in addition to paying nearly £2000 four years ago for a new Vega engine. I have been alarmed to hear of the increasing quantity...

Why do you rate BP Ultimate diesel over Shell V-Power for diesels?

I currently run a 2006 Honda Accord 2.2 i-CTDi and have been using Shell V-Power diesel fuel exclusively. I was just wondering what your thoughts are and why you singled out BP Ultimate diesel as your...

Is fuel tank condensation in my diesel tractor causing starting problems?

Some 2-3 weeks ago you ran a letter about problems with diesel fuel blockage caused by the addition of biodiesel to standard diesel and lack of use of the vehicle. I have a smallholding and two tractors...

Will a brief lack of lead substitute damage the engine of my Series III Land Rover?

I normally add some lead substitute to the tank of our 1980's Series III Land Rover. The other day I didn't (because the garage didn't have any on its shelves and I then forgot about it). So with a full...

Is it worth having my Honda Civic's engine flushed for £33?

I booked my Honda Civic in for its first service since I bought it, mileage 13,000. I was asked if I wanted an engine flush for an extra £33. I asked what this was and was told they flush out all the oil...

In or out?

My new Ford S-Max manual (p155) recommends using petrol "without additives or other engine treatments". Also supplied with the car is a leaflet saying "Ford recommends BP because BP fuels include additives...

Supermarket diesel?

I own a Toyota Corolla Verso 2.2 D4D. The Toyota dealer recommended that I not run the car on diesel purchased from supermarkets (do you agree with him?). Also, that I use an injector cleaner once very...