Downsizing from Citroen Picasso, recommendations needed

We acted on your advice when we bought our Citroen Picasso and have been very happy with it, but 175000 miles later it needs replacing. We do about 18000 miles a year, lots on country roads, motorways...

Which car would make a good runaround for my parents?

My parents are in their 60s and looking for a new car. They don't want anything flash, just something small and reliable that isn't too expensive to run. They will mainly use it to get around town with...

Storing five jerry cans of diesel - is it a good idea?

I wish to store diesel fuel in five jerry cans. How long may I store modern fuels before they become contaminated or of reduced efficiency? I would also be interested in petrol storage.

Buying a medium family carto replace my MINI

I have a MINI Countryman, and need something larger and comfortable, sporty but smooth. Had a current SEAT Leon DSG diesel, with no DPF before, and want something slightly larger. The Audi A3 appeals,...

Buying a new car, what Audi would you recommend

I currently drive a P-registered Volkswagen Golf 1.6CL, and my husband has a 2.5-litre 2001 BMW 3-Series compact. We are looking for a single replacement for both cars, and currently considering a used...

Super unleaded: Which brands are free from ethanol?

Can you please advise what brands of super unleaded fuel are still free from ethanol as I now understand Shell VPower contains an unspecified amount of ethanol and I do not wish to run ethanol in my classic...

Which is the best diesel fuel brand?

What is the best diesel fuel brand for a Ford Focus 1.6 diesel LX 2007?

What is the best high octane pump fuel available?

I always try to use Shell V-Power super unleaded petrol, but here in Bideford there are no local Shell stations. The next nearest fuel station until recently was Esso, but recently Texaco has taken over...

Best fuel for Volkswagen Up - what would you recommend?

I have recently ordered a Volkswagen Up (your review was very informative) and was wondering what fuel (brand, RON etc) would you recommend? The model is a Take Up with the petrol 60PS engine.

Petrol vs Diesel 4WD

We are considering a 4WD (or AWD) which will mostly be used in town - approx 6-10 mile journeys with no more than 6,000 miles per year. Which models should we consider and is petrol or diesel the better...