Should I trust my Mondeo's trip counters or my own calculations when measuring mpg?

I have owned two cars from new with trip computers, both of which were over-optimistic about fuel consumption. Typically in my 2008 Mondeo diesel I achieve 47mpg by doing brim-to-brim calculations. The...

Is the Ford Grand C-Max Powershift transmission better than Peugeot's EGC?

Is the Ford Grand C-Max dual clutch Powershift transmission better than the Peugeot EGC transmission? And is the Ford fitted with a dual mass flywheel?

Is £7200 a fair price for a 2010 Ford Fusion

I have been offered a 2010 Ford Fusion by a Ford main dealer. The car is a 1.4 petrol, manual Zetec version fitted with parking sensors. It is one owner and was supplied by the dealer, the mileage is 1500...

What £6500 car for commuting?

I am looking for some suggestions, as I would like to replace my current car within the next 6 months. I currently own a 05 plate Mazda 6 (1.8l petrol) with 105k on the clock. The car is superb to drive...

Water leak after fitting roof bars

I bought a new Fiesta 1.6 TDCI S in March from Ford. It was a year old,but only had delivery mileage, making me its first owner, with 2 years warranty remaining. Two weeks ago I fitted genuine Ford roof...

Relacement ABS pump on a Ford Focus - is this right?

My daughter has been quoted £1200 + VAT for a new ABS pump by a Ford main dealer on her 4 year old Focus. Is this reasonable? Are there any other options? It has passed its MoT at the same garage not...

Car misfiring in wet weather

My car is misfiring in rain. Changed plugs, core plugs, leads, coil pack. It started raining again and the car is missing again.

Lambda sensor on a 2004 Ford Focus

I have a fault with Bank 1 sensor 1 (lambda sensor), which I believe is the pre-cat sensor. Which one is this as I can see two sensors by the exhaust manifold sitting side by side?

My 43 year old daughter is looking to buy her first car.

My 45 year old daughter is looking to buy a small, economical first car. Which would you recommend? Bearing in mind cost of insurance and road tax. She has up to £4000 to spend.

Buying an economical car for under £8500

I am trying to decide on the most economical car I can get for under £8500. At the moment Fabia Greenline vs Ibiza ecomotive vs Fiesta Econetic. I do 86 miles a day and am trying to take account of fuel...