Will changing from run flat tyres mean a more comfortable ride?

My 2020 BMW 330i is excellent except that a back injury now necessitates a more compliant ride. The original run flat tyres are quite harsh on 19-inch wheels. Would I notice much difference in the ride...

How many years do tyres last?

I have a 2015 BMW X1 which has covered 45000 miles. The front tyres have been replaced once but the rear ones are originals and now 10 years old. They are still legal and have approx 4mm of tread. Is there...

Can I warranty claim for a cracked windscreen?

I own a BMW X1 MSport 25e which I bought in September 2023 - so the car is still under two years old with about 14K miles on the clock. I have suddenly found that a 6-inch long crack has literally appeared...

What nearly new EV do you recommend?

My wife and I are looking at purchasing an EV for the first time to replace our 2017 BMW X1. After reading your helpful EV guide we seek recommendations for a shortlist of 3 or 4 vehicles/models to consider....

What engaging to drive car do you recommend?

I'm after a used car to replace my rapidly aging Peugeot 207. My criteria are a budget of £18k, 2017 or newer, 50k miles tops, manual petrol, sub 9-ish seconds to 60mph, saloon, hatchback, estate or decent...

What should I replace my Jaguar X-Type with?

I have been driving a Jaguar X-Type Estate 2.0-litre diesel for the last 16 years. Mileage was 33,000 when I bought it and is now 180,000. It is great to drive, very stable with plenty of torque. I am...

Why is my BMW automatic gearbox not smooth?

My previous car was a BMW 730d, the auto box when changing up or down it was seamless, it was always in the correct gear for all road conditions. I’ve recently changed cars and I now have a 2021 BMW 530d....

What is the cheapest and most reliable used electric car to buy?

What is the cheapest and most reliable used electric car to buy? Small size is okay and a range above 150 miles on a full charge.

What's the correct oil for my car?

Shell oils are now used by BMW garages in the UK. My 2019 BMW X3 3.0-litre handbook says 0W-30 or 5W-30, but only the 5W-30 Shell oil states that it is BMW LL-04 approved. Is it okay to use the 0W-30 Shell...

Should I charge my PHEV to 80% to preserve the battery?

Can you advise on this classic 'down the pub' argument please? Is it best to only charge my plug-in PHEV BMW X1 to 80% battery capacity and forgo the lost 'electric miles' in order to 'conserve' its battery...