Dual clutch autos

I have heard of problems with VW's DSG transmissions - hesitating when pulling onto roundabouts or at junctions, apart from more fundamental problems. The Kuga has a similar(?) dual clutch affair. Would...

HELP! I put diesel in a petrol Ford Ka

I put diesel in a petrol Ford Ka. How can I get the fuel out from the top off the tank?

Can I get three child seats across the back of a family estate car?

Is it possible to have three seats for young children (18 months to six years old) properly secured in a large family estate car? My son would rather not buy a people carrier or SUV, but is concerned whether...

What will we get when trading in our 2003 Ford Fiesta?

I would be grateful for advice on replacing my wife’s car. What should I expect for trading it in on part exchange? The car is a 2003 Fiesta 1.4 petrol Zetec 5-door with 51,000 miles. Which car would you...

I agree with your comments on the new Fiesta 1.0 EcoBoost.

A quick note to let you know that I endorse all your comments on the Fiesta 1.0 Ecoboost 125. I had a demo drive today and I liked everything about the car, simply super. Nice engine (sounds good, too),...

How can I improve the ride in my Ford Fiesta?

I own, and really enjoy driving, a 2008 Ford Fiesta Titanium (bought about six months ago at Dagenham Motors, Sidcup) fitted with low profile tyres, which are good and fine for ride on decent roads. But...

Winter tyres are superior in performance to 4-wheel drive without winter tyres.

I thought you might like to hear that we bought the S-Max you suggested to replace a Land Rover Discovery 3 and can confirm your advice that the winter tyres are definitely much better than 4-wheel-drive...

Is it necessary to change the gearbox oil in my three-year-old Ford Mondeo Sport?

My Ford Mondeo Sport petrol is nearly three years old with 17,000 miles on the clock. During my recent annual service I was told the car required a complete gearbox oil change, recommended by the manufacturers,...

Why does my Ford C-Max wear tyres so rapidly?

I have a Ford C-Max 2.0TDCI fitted with Michelin Pilot Sport 3 tyres, 235/40 ZR 18 95w. The front tyres need replacing after 16,000 miles with even wear across the tread. This seems a very short tyre life....

Dazzle from the dashboard?

How can I overcome windscreen dazzle from the centre of the dashboard when the sun is shining on it?