Ford service in North East England - software?

I've heard so many bad reports about dealers in the North East - I am worried - does anyone any recommendations of a good (cheap) dealer in the North East of England? This will be the first service...

Transmission Fluid Change

I cannot find service schedule for Ford Fusion. I am particularly interested in changing the transmission fluid on auto gear box. What is the recommendation for mileage/years, what specification fluid,...

Central locking fault

When cold, the central locking only unlocks drivers side. Unlocks when driving, when it's warmed up.

Ecoboost or TSI?

I would like to buy a Volvo V40, Ford Focus or Seat Leon but wonder which model has the better engine (reliability, consumption, power)? As I want decent performance for reasonable money, I'm considering...

Buying a passat sized car - what would you recommend?

Thinking of changing our 56 plate, 77,000-mile VW auto diesel SE Passat. It's been a bit problematic - VW have paid for 2 problems I had with injectors and have now replaced them all. I'm worried about...

Buying a small 5-door hatchback

My 30-year old son wants to buy a 2-3 year old 5-door Fiesta. Which petrol engine best suits this car in terms of reliability and economy please?

Which economical SUV or saloon for towing and seating comfort?

Next summer I intend to trade in my three-year-old SEAT Altea XL Sport for a new or nearly new car. The car needs to able to tow a 1100kg caravan, be economical, and capable of 45 miles per gallon solo....

Are there any SUVs which are more comfortable than Honda's CR-V?

My wife and I are both retired and live near Oxford. Once a week we drive to Suffolk, a round trip of some 300 miles, which contributes to a joint annual mileage of around 30,000 miles. We have two 60...

Red engine system warning light

I have an engine system warning light come on in my 55-plate Focus TDCi (red cog like with exclamation mark in centre) any ideas please? Car has done just over 93,000 miles and was going to get belts change...

Ford C-Max - Facelift Due?

We are looking at buying a new Ford C-MAX (probably through Drive the Deal due to prices) but I am concerned we'll buy just as a facelift is due. Do you know if one is on the horizon for 2013?