Can you mix tyres on a Ford Focus?

I recently bought a Ford Focus, which has tyres of two different makes, totally different tread patterns, different wear and different load ratings (92 and 96) on the front axle. They say this is not illegal...

Best used medium hatchback?

I'm looking to buy a used medium sized hatchback and wondering what you would recommend for £6,000? Or do I need to spend more like £8,000? I recently bought a 2009 Volkswagen Golf S TSI DSG 1.4 turbo...

When should I change the cam belt on my 2013 Ford Focus?

When do I need to have the cam belt changed on my 2013 Ford Focus 1.0 Eco Boost 99hp? My car has only done 40,000 miles.

Best first car for an 18-year-old new driver?

My 18-year-old daughter has just passed her driving test. We would like to find her something to drive and would appreciate your advice. We are looking for a used small car. We are keen on Volkswagens,...

Best estate car to fit fishing gear in?

I need a small van or estate car to put my fishing gear in. It will not do more than 1,000 miles a year. I do not want to spend more £2,500 on it but need to fit rods, an items up to seven feet long. What...

Can you recommend a petrol hybrid under £40,000 for towing?

I currently drive a 2016 1.6-litre diesel Nissan X-Trail doing about 10,000 miles a year in total, of which 75 per cent is short urban journeys, the remainder being towing a 1,400kg caravan. As the car...

Which is the best petrol automatic small SUV?

I'm looking to buy a new petrol automatic small SUV such as the SEAT Arona or other makes. My priority is mpg.

Fiesta Active Hybrid battery drain issue - is low mileage the cause?

I have owned a Fiesta hybrid, bought as a pre-reg, since November 2021. It went back to the main dealers in January because the touch sensitive locking stopped working. I was told this was due to the 12V...

Are there any problems with the Ford Fiesta EcoBoost?

Are there any reports of failures/problems with the Ford Fiesta EcoBoost 'wet' cam belt? Any concerns regarding the claimed 150,000-miles or 10 year life predicted?

Ford Focus or Vauxhall Astra - which is best?

I'm torn between buying a 2014 Ford Focus 1.0-litre EcoBoost or 2012 Vauxhall Astra 1.4-litre Turbo GTC. Both cars have good history and in good condition. Any thoughts on which one is better?