Does the new Focus leak?

Having tested and looked at the new Focus, just released, can you confirm if Ford have sorted the problem with rainwater entering the hatch area when lifting the tailgate?

Space saver wheel - OK to fit a normal tyre?

My car has a space-saver spare wheel that is rated to 80km/h. I would like to get a 'proper' tyre for emergencies. Is it OK to fit a standard 205 55 16 W/V tyre to the steel 'space saver' wheel? If...

Waiting six months for my S-MAX

Hello, we ordered an S-MAX in September 2010 and paid a deposit in 02-10-10 at GATES of Dunmow Essex. When we ordered it we were told it would be before Christmas 2010, and we agreed on that. However...

Alternatives to Ford S-MAX?

We need to find a car with space for 3 child seats in the back on a Budget of £12k. I want to find an alternative to an S-Max, which my wife wants. I don't like it as I feel like I would be driving a...

Should my Ford Mondeo be returning better fuel economy than just 47mpg?

I purchased a new Ford Mondeo 2.0 Duratorque TDCI (115PS) 6-speed manual in October last year. The car has now done 6,500 miles. The Ford brochure indicates fuel consumption of: Urban 44mpg, Extra Urban...

I want quieter tyres

I just bought a Ford Fiesta 1.6 TDI. It came fitted with Continental Premium Contact 2 tyres, which seem quite noisy. Do you know of any tyres which would reduce road noise at all?

Need an economical estate

I think I would like to buy a new company car before the end of the tax year. I need something economical and it should be able to carry two cellos. Should I trade in my 02-plate Volvo V70 (current...

Ford Focus warning lights

Five weeks ago the Glow Plug warning light came on when driving my Ford Focus. I stopped the car, turned off the engine, waited a few seconds, then re-started the engine and all was OK until yesterday. Driving...

Why don't you set up a database of real fuel economy figures supplied by your readers?

I was interested to read Andrew English bemoaning the fuel consumption of the Ford S-Max 2.0 diesel automatic compared to the quoted figures. He struggled to get 40mpg from a car supposed to achieve 47mpg...

What should I sell my 2001 BMW 330i for, and what should I replace it with?

I wish to sell my Y-reg 2001 BMW 330i Touring, mileage 106,000. Reasonable condition outside, excellent interior. Reason for sale: although the handling is superb, the harsh suspension and low profile...