Does the start/stop mechanism and premium fuel effect the regeneration process?

I stumbled across a couple of issues which seem to do the rounds on various forums, so I thought I'd ask here for a definite answer. One is that the Start-Stop mechanism, as implemented in the Audi A6...

Will using premium fuel and driving gently improve the life of the EGR, DPF and injectors?

The emissions fix was done on my 2010 Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDI in January 2017 and it now drives very differently. The DSG gearbox changes up into seventh gear much earlier than before (at around 40mph)...

Can I transfer a private reg from a SORN vehicle?

Can I transfer the private reg from a car I put into storage (SORN) five years ago? It had an MoT when put into storage but hasn't had one since. The car could be recommissioned and MOTd quite quickly...

The emissions fix caused the EGR on my Audi A3 to fail - what are my rights?

200 miles after the update, my 2010 Audi A3 Cabriolet 1.6 has broken down and needs a new EGR valve. These are on back order and, after two weeks, I have no idea when I will get my car back. I am concerned...

MINI have delayed my delivery date and I will now pay the higher tax - what should I do?

We purchased a new 2017 MINI Countryman F60 on Feb11, launch day, after the sales woman and financial manager advised us to order that day to beat the April 2017 tax hike. They said it would arrive in...

What would you advise running my car to avoid EGR failure after the emissions fix?

I own a Volkswagen Golf Estate Mk6 1.6 TDI. I bought it a year ago as a family estate and I like the car a lot. Recently the EGR valve failed, luckily under main dealer warranty. At the same time as this...

Can you suggest an auto that offers a nice ride and decent boot space?

I'm looking for a very smooth ride and responsive acceleration. I've got £10,000 - £20,000 to spend on something automatic with a decent boot and five doors. I have a 2007 Vauxhall Zafira 2.2 plate which...

Is tax on diesel cars really going to go up?

Am I wrong to completely rule out buying a diesel car? Is tax on diesel really going to go up enormously?

I do over 20,000 miles per year - should I buy an SUV?

I'm thinking of purchasing an SUV, or similar to replace my Saab 9-3. I have narrowed it down to Kia, Honda, Ford and Nissan. I'm tempted by the Kia Niro. I do around 20,000 - 24,000 miles a year, should...

Is there an insurer that will get me to the airport if I sustain a puncture on my way?

I have a three year old BMW 4 Series, 10,000 miles done and runflat tyres with no spare. I live in North Devon and often drive to Gatwick (240 miles, four hours) for a flight. If I sustain a puncture and...