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In your opinion, what's the best, modern petrol engine in the 1.5 to 2.0-litre size? Based on efficiency, smoothness and reliability.
I have just been informed by Skoda that my 2013 Skoda Yeti 2.0 4x4 DSG is ready for the EA189 NOx emissions service action. I have heard such a lot of bad press regarding the fix and my car runs fine,...
I had new fuel pump fitted a year ago. It went again two days after the warranty expired but I have only done 2000 miles in a year. They wouldn't cover it and charged me again. Is this normal?
I had my SEAT Leon fixed because of the emissions scandal. Shortly afterwards, the aircon failed - the compressor is kaput. I had it fixed for £804. Could this be related to the fix? The car has done 50000...
I purchased a car via AutoTrader but since buying the car after two weeks the clutch has gone. I was told it will cost me £200. Is there anything I can do, or ask the previous owner to assist?
The air-con in my van does not seem to do much. Is it true it needs servicing every two years?
I have 2010 Nissan Micra, mileage is 95000. Does it have a timing chain or belt? When should I change it?
Can the headlights be adjusted for European driving in a 2008 Citroen Berlingo Multispace?
I have a MINI Cooper insured with Lancaster insurance (cheapest by far) and I'm due to have a baby, so it's not practical anymore. I've got a BMW 1 Series 2.0-litre petrol. I called to swap my insurance...
Named driver was at fault in a claim on my policy. Fast forward to getting a new policy with another company and we've swapped places i.e I'll be the named driver this time on his policy. He (the one at...