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Hi, I own a Mazda 5, 55 registration, about 82,000 miles run. It consumes 4ltrs engine oil almost every 1000 miles now. I checked for leak or smoke in exhaust but can't spot either of these symptoms. I...
Audi RS3: front tyre wear is 9400 miles and they're GONE and I haven't thrashed it. Is this the norm?
Sorry put all of it above, we are having a new Mercedes B class 1.8 petrol engine shortly my dealer wants to know what tyre/wheel size we want. Your newspaper article always say's how important they are...
My husband I are considering replacing our 1998 Honda Civic. It’s just made it through it’s MoT and he is desperate to keep it. I am not so enthusiastic. There were a few points of advice and the bushes...
Are there any owners of Nissan NV200s flagging up exsessive rear tyre wear? I'm down 2mm on both sides of my new van after 18,000 miles.
I am considering buying the new Ford Kuga. Have you any experience of buyacar.co.uk based in Chiswick, London. Their deals are very attractive.
Would you recommend 16-inch wheels for this model, or would 18-inch give too hard a ride?
What are the smallest estate cars which will take an adult bike in the back with the back seats folded down? An economical yet sporty car would be preferred.
Which car is better for hilly area driving? 1) Car with high horse power 2) Car with high torque
Recently, you confirmed that a winter tyre can be used as a 'spare' in the summer; or a summer tyre can be used in the winter; provided it is treated in the same way as a space-saver, and kept below 50mph....