Should I use a diesel or petrol car as a driving school vehicle?

I am a driving instructor and I do about 700 to 800 miles per week. My question is, would a diesel car be better for me? At first glance at my weekly mileage the answer would seem obvious, but here are...

Should I be concerned about the DPF if I buy a Volkswagen Golf or Polo TDI?

I am about to choose between a Golf TDI 90 PS and a Polo 75 PS TDI, but am concerned about reports concerning DPF problems with the Polo in particular. There are also reports about Volkswagen dropping...

Which replacement for my Ford C-Max will tow a 1232kg caravan?

I bought a new Ford C-Max 2.0 diesel on your recommendation in 2006 and to date, with 104,000 miles on the clock, it has been an excellent and comfortable workhorse giving me a regular 47/8mpg, dipping...

Is it true that an electronic upgrade to my 2010 Audi A6 could increase the power to over 200hp?

There are a number of what look like reputable companies advertising simple-to-install electronic upgrades that are claimed to increase the power output and economy of turbo diesel engines. They also claim...

Does my Range Rover P38 have a high pressure pump fault?

I have a Range Rover P38 diesel. The injector light keeps coming on when the vehicle is revved, and when you set of it will accelerate ok and then, when you go to change gear, the engine cuts out. I have...

Does my Peugeot Expert diesel van need a new fuel pump?

I have a Peugeot Expert diesel, 2005 model. I've just had the key programmed by Peugeot. They said the key wasn't programmed, but I think differently. There are no faults codes. I can get the van to run...

Is dual mass flywheel failure a common fault on Peugeot diesels like my 307 GLX?

I've recently noticed a metallic rattle on starting up my 2003 Peugeot 307 GLX 110 HDO with 68,500 miles. This was diagnosed as spring rattle on the flywheel so a new flywheel was fitted under warranty....

Is this Vauxhall Vectra a good buy for £1500?

I'm thinking of buying a 52-reg Vauxhall Vectra 2.0 DTI diesel. It's in excellent condition and has done 97,000 miles. Everything works as it should and it's £1500, with a 12-month MOT and tax until December....

Can I use home-processed biodiesel in my Skoda Superb?

I have a Skoda Superb 2.0 diesel, 2005-6. Needing to save money, I can buy a biodiesel kit and buy the used filtered oil. I have a spare garage to do it in and am told I can make up to 2500 litres for...

Are people fitting older engines to the Ford Galaxy to avoid timing belt problems?

i am thinking of buying a used new shape Ford Galaxy but I have heard that there is a problem with one of the diesel engines. I think it is the 1.8 TDCI which has a timing belt instead of a chain. I am...